Cherry City Half Marathon
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Cherry City Half Marathon
The Cherry City event in Salem, Oregon brings multiple road races to Riverfront Park on September 12, 2027. The event is organized by Ascent Racing LLC and is based at 200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301.
Distances offered:
- Half Marathon 13.1 miles
- 10K
- 5K
- Kids Fun Run roughly 0.4 miles
Participants receive an official race shirt and a special finisher medal. Post-race offerings include live music, food trucks, overall and age group awards, and complimentary beverage pours for guests age 21 and over provided by the event’s wine partner. Awards are given to the top three overall male and female finishers, top three masters (age 40+) male and female finishers, and top three finishers in listed age groups.
Course services include multiple aid stations with water and electrolyte drink; some stations also provide energy chews or gels and portable toilets. Dogs and strollers are not allowed on the course. The kids race is untimed, takes place in Riverfront Park, and is recommended for children 10 and under; parents and guardians may run with children.
Packet pickup is offered at locations before the race and on race day, including an event pickup at Willamette Valley Vineyards and at Riverfront Park. The event also features a team competition and relies on volunteers for race-day support. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
