15th Annual Canby Dahlia Run

Experience the 15th Annual Canby Dahlia Run—where flower fields, farmlands, and countryside charm guide every step. Whether you’re chasing a personal record or enjoying a brisk walk, this is a race like no other.

Organized by the Canby Area Chamber of Commerce, this event drew over 500 participants in 2025—and we’ve sold out in in 2026 again!

Race Overview

Distances:

+ 5K and 10K run/walk

Course:

+ Start and finish at Swan Island Dahlias
+ Mostly paved roads with a short gravel stretch;  5 & 10K includes a small grass segment leading to the finish

Timing:

+ Chip-timed by Athletic Timing
+ UHF coded bib chips
+ Live results available online and at the finish line
 
Registration:

+ INCLUDES: Official Race T-shirt (deadline is 8/28/26), finisher medal, free parking, and entry to the Swan Island Dahlia Festival
+ RACE-DAY NO REGISTRATION: Sold Out

Race Day Schedule:

6:00 AM – Race Day Check in Opens. The Race is SOLD OUT - no race day registrations available.
7:00 AM – 5K & 10K RUNNERS Start
7:05 AM – 5K & 10K WALKERS Start
7:30 AM – 5K Medal & Award Photos Begin (1-2-3 Place winners per age group)
8:15 AM – 10K Medal & Award Photos Begin (1-2-3 Place winners per age group)
10:30 AM – Course and Chip-Timing officially closes

 
NEW Packet Pickup Times:

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 from 10:00am-4:00pm - Canby Area Chamber Office (191 SE 2nd Ave., Canby, OR 97013)

Thursday, September 10, 2026 from 12:00pm-6:00pm - Canby Area Chamber Office (191 SE 2nd Ave., Canby, OR 97013)

Friday, September 11, 2025, 2:00-5:30pm - Swan Island Dahlias (995 NW 22nd Ave., Canby, OR 97013)

WANT TO PICK UP SOMEONE ELSE’S PACKET? You may pick up packets for friends and family! Just have the name or email they registered under ready for us.

Parking:

Free parking at Swan Island Dahlias (grass field) managed by venue staff
Carpooling recommended due to limited space
 
Course Support:

   Medical & Aid Station: CPR/AED & First Aid available at course start/finish. 
   Water Stations: Located along each course—participants should also hydrate before the race
   Restrooms: Portable toilets at start/finish and mid-course
 
Policies & Restrictions:

   Distance Changes: May switch down in distance (no refunds; difference goes to Chamber as donation). No switching up on race day.
   Refunds & Transfers: Non-refundable, but you may transfer your registration to someone else.
   Pets: No dogs or pets on course; none may be left unattended in vehicles or at venue.
   Strollers: Not allowed.
   Wheelchairs/Handcycles/Barefoot: Welcome if terrain (pavement, gravel, grass) is manageable.
   Headphones/Hearing Devices:

• General Rule: Headphones are permitted but not encouraged; if used, one ear must remain uncovered for safety.
• Accessibility Exception: Runners who use assistive hearing devices (e.g., AirPods, bone-conduction headphones, or other adaptive technologies) may use them in both ears, provided the transparency/adaptive sound features are enabled to allow awareness of surroundings.
• Purpose: These guidelines are in place to maintain runner safety and ensure participants can hear course instructions, traffic, volunteers, and other runners.
• Responsibility: Runners using headphones are responsible for keeping volumes at safe levels and remaining attentive to their environment.

Weather:

This is a Rain or Shine Event—no refunds for weather delays or cancellations.
 
Finish Line & Awards:

All finishers receive:

   + Medal
   + Fresh-cut Dahlia
   + Free entry to the Swan Island Dahlia Festival
   + Top 3 male and female finishers (5K & 10K, chip times) receive awards per age divisions—must be picked up on race day (no mailing).

• Categories are: 14 & under | 15–19 | 20–29 | 30–39 | 40–49 | 50–59 | 60–69 | 70+
   

After Party:

   + Water and light snacks at finish line
   + Food available for purchase from on-site vendors
   + Explore Canby’s downtown for additional food, drinks, and events (Canby Area Chamber of Commerce Events)
 
Course Map:

Visit our website or facebook page for both course maps.
 
Questions?
Email the Canby Area Chamber of Commerce for more information.