2026 MLK Dream Run
2026 MLK Dream Run is a running race on September 19–20, 2026 in Portland, OR, with entry fees from $40 to $60.
- Date
- September 19–20, 2026 (58 days to go)
- Price
- $40–$60
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
2026 MLK DREAM RUN – REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Saturday & Sunday • September 19–20, 2026
PCC Cascade Campus – Portland, Oregon
Join the MLK Dream Run’s 5K, 10K, and 15K races—an annual Soul District fundraiser that fuels small business growth and uplifts youth entrepreneurship.
THIS RACE IS PUT ON BY COMMUNITY TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY.
ONLINE REGISTRATION
Online registration closes Friday, September 18, 2026 at 12:00 PM (Noon).
EVENT LOCATION
Race Start / Finish • Soul-Ful Vendor Village • Entertainment Center
Portland Community College – Cascade Campus
705 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217
Onsite Registration Tent available both days.
PRE-PACKET PICKUP & ONSITE REGISTRATION
Saturday, September 19, 2026
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, September 20, 2026
7:00 AM – 7:45 AM
We strongly encourage all participants to attend Saturday’s Pre-Packet Pickup to avoid long lines on Sunday.
Enjoy the full Saturday experience:
Live music
Vendor market
Food & beverages
Course test-run with the Nike Shakeout
Community networking
Full activation: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1639520974369?aff=oddtdtcreator
RACE DAY SCHEDULE — SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026
Warm-Up: 7:00 AM – 7:55 AM
Race Start Times:
15K – 8:00 AM SHARP
10K – 8:10 AM SHARP
5K – 8:20 AM SHARP
Start/Finish Line Location:
PCC Cascade Campus
705 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217
Course maps will be emailed to all registered participants.
AWARDS & POST-EVENT ACTIVITIES
Awards follow USATF guidelines, based on the self-identified gender selected during registration:
Youth (20 & Under) – Male/Female
Open (21–39) – Male/Female
Masters (40–54) – Male/Female
Super Masters (55+) – Male/Female
Prizes
🏆 Overall Fastest Male & Female in Each Distance
→ Receive one Round-Trip Airline Ticket from Alaska Airlines
🥇 Open, Masters & Super-Masters Winners
→ Win their weight in beverages courtesy of Widmer Brothers
🎒 Youth Category Winners
→ Receive a special swag bag prize package
All category winners also earn:
✔️ Medal
✔️ Media coverage
✔️ Bragging rights until next year
Finisher Perks
Every finisher receives:
Swag bag with sponsored gifts
Nike race t-shirt
Cold beverage
Fresh grilled cheese sandwich courtesy of Dave’s Killer Bread & Tillamook Cheese
Entry into raffle drawings from generous local businesses
Post-race activities include music, raffle prizes, networking, and our Soul-Ful Vendor Village.
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Help spread the word and let the community know you’re running!
Facebook: facebook.com/MLKDreamRun
Instagram: @MLKDreamRun
Twitter: MLK Dream Run PDX
THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING
And thank you for helping us
#INVESTINTHESOUL
Stay tuned for our upcoming announcements about 2026 entertainment, vendors, and Soul-Ful Market participants!
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
74°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Portland Kgw-Tv, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Portland, OR
Population
642,715
as of 2023
City Elevation
35 ft
Nearest Airport
PDX
Portland International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 MLK Dream Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
58
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 MLK Dream Run
- Date
- September 19–20, 2026
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About This Sport
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2026 MLK Dream Run
Sep 19, 2026