The Great Ferry Race
- Date
- June 7, 2026
- Distance
- The Great Ferry Race
From the Organizer
The Great Ferry Race is unlike any other race you’ve ever done. Participants will board the ferry in downtown Seattle by walking on, enjoy the scenic 35 minute crossing to Bainbridge Island, and then assemble on the car deck and walk off. This half marathon race will start on the ferry dock and take runners all around scenic Bainbridge Island. The course is approximately 2/3rds road and 1/3rd groomed trail. After the run, enjoy the post-race festival before picking a return ferry of your choosing back to Seattle.
Please note that this is a hilly course, compared to most Orca Running events, and that approximately 1/3 of the course is on Bainbridge Island trails. The trails are not technical and do not require trail running experience, but runners that experience difficulty while running on trails should probably not run this race.
Bainbridge Island and Kitsap County residents who don’t need to take the ferry are welcome to attend–please select the Bainbridge resident option when registering.
Bainbridge Island residents - save $8 on your race registration (by choosing this option at checkout, you are agreeing that you live on Bainbridge Island and your registration will not include riding the ferry to the start line).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Great Ferry Race?
- The Great Ferry Race is a running event held in Bainbridge Island, WA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is The Great Ferry Race?
- Sunday, June 7, 2026 in Bainbridge Island, WA at 208 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island, WA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Great Ferry Race?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
The Great Ferry Race
Jun 7, 2026