Kirkland Half Marathon
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Kirkland Half Marathon & 5K
The Kirkland Half Marathon & 5K takes place on May 2, 2027 at Juanita Beach Park, 9703 NE Juanita Drive, Kirkland, WA. The event offers three distances and showcases several of Kirkland’s neighborhoods along routes that include both road and crushed gravel on the Cross Kirkland Corridor Trail.
- Half Marathon - road and crushed gravel; views of Lake Washington
- 5K - roads in neighborhoods; one aid station at about mile 2
- Kid's Run - approximately half-mile, same start and finish as adults
The half marathon route provides views of Lake Washington for much of the course. Six aid stations are placed about every 2–3 miles on the half marathon course and are stocked with water, Tailwind Nutrition and GU gels. The 5K has one aid station near mile 2. Pacers from Super Pacers are available in the half marathon with target finish times of 1:30, 1:45, 1:50, 2:00 and 2:15.
All participants receive a custom bib, a participant shirt and a finisher medal; kids’ registration includes a finisher medal and a kids shirt may be added for an extra cost. The race is cupless; participants should bring a handheld or use a small reusable folding cup provided at the start. Gear check is offered for free but participants must provide their own bag. The event benefits Girls on the Run Puget Sound. Awards are given to top finishers and age groups and must be picked up on race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
