Girlfriends Run
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Event overview
Girlfriends Run is an annual women-focused running and walking event in Vancouver, Washington. The 2026 edition includes the following race distances:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 6K The event also offers virtual options for the same distances and a fundraising group category called Pink Brigade Guys, Glam Gal, and related team entries. Individual entry prices are listed between $55 and $75 on the registration page, and virtual entries list a price of $50. A minimum $500 fundraising requirement applies to some charity-supported entries.
Location, date and services
The event is scheduled for October 18, 2026 at Vancouver Waterfront Park, 695 Waterfront Way, Vancouver, WA. Packet pickup is offered at Foot Traffic Vancouver on the Friday and Saturday before the race and at the waterfront on race morning. Participants are asked to bring photo ID for packet pickup. A bag-check will be available at the registration booth; bib number should be attached to the bag.
Participation, awards and beneficiary
About half of participants typically run and half walk. Age-group awards are given for the top three women in multiple age brackets from 15 and under through 80+. Awards are also presented to the top overall three and masters champions for each distance. Course record times listed are: 6K - 21:16, 10K - 36:49, Half Marathon - 1:19:15. The primary beneficiary is the Pink Lemonade Project, which receives direct donations separate from registration fees.
Additional notes
Parking at the waterfront parking lots may require payment; free downtown weekend parking is an alternative. Jogging strollers are allowed but participants are advised to start at the back. Only service dogs are permitted on course and must start after other participants. Kids 12 and under may register with a registered adult for a small fee; ages 13-17 receive 50% off registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
