2026 Aurora Colony Days 5K and Kids 1K
2026 Aurora Colony Days 5K and Kids 1K is a running race on August 8, 2026 in Aurora, OR, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- August 8, 2026 (16 days to go)
- Location
- 21113 Liberty St NE, Aurora, OR
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Experience the charm of Aurora like never before! Join us for a chip-timed adventure through the city's most picturesque historic streets.
Choose your challenge:
5K Main Event • Saturday, August 8 at 7:30 AM • Wind through scenic landmarks • Professional chip timing • Perfect for runners and walkers alike!
Kids' 1K Fun Run • Kicks off at 8:30 AM • This year kids run for free, so bring your little ones along for a chip-timed run around Aurora Park. We will kid's t-shirts for sale on the day, if you'd like to buy one.
Registration Fees: • 5K Run/Walk: $35 • Kids' 1K Fun Run: Free
Last-Minute Warriors: Same-day registration opens at 6:00 AM (Note: Race shirts are NOT guaranteed)
Want to be part of the action behind the scenes? We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers!
Questions? Ready to volunteer? Contact your race director: Ronan Feely.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
84°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
10%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Aurora State Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Aurora, OR
City Elevation
170 ft
Nearest Airport
SLE
Salem-Willamette Valley Airport/McNary Field · 24 mi
Major Hub
PDX
Portland International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 Aurora Colony Days 5K and Kids 1K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
16
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 Aurora Colony Days 5K and Kids 1K
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Location
- 21113 Liberty St NE, Aurora, OR
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About This Sport
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Running
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Aurora than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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2026 Aurora Colony Days 5K and Kids 1K
Aug 8, 2026