Beat the Blerch
Beat the Blerch is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Carnation, WA, with entry fees from $40 to $120.
- Date
- September 12, 2026 (6 days to go)
- Price
- $40–$120
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Beat The Blerch is a 5K, 10K, half, and full marathon created by The Oatmeal and inspired by this comic about running.
Our Carnation, Washington race will take place in a quaint little town located about 35 minutes outside of Seattle.
It begins at King County’s Tolt MacDonald Park, and it’s a beautiful flat, out-and-back course that winds its way through evergreen, mossy forests along the Snoqualmie valley trail. Near the starting line of the race are strawberry farms and pumpkin patches, which offer guided tours in case you’re still up for a bit of walking after the race.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 9/12
High
76°
Low
—
Conditions
Slight chance light rain then mostly sunny
Chance of Rain
15%
Wind
0 mph
Host City
About Carnation, WA
Population
2,476
as of 2023
City Elevation
87 ft
Nearest Airport
SEA
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Beat the Blerch, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
6
Days to train
- Race
- Beat the Blerch
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Beat the Blerch
Sep 12, 2026