Country Bear Fun Run @ the McCleary Bear Festival
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- 100 S 3rd St, McCleary, WA
- Distance
- McCleary Country Bear Fun Run - Adults · McCleary Country Bear Fun Run - Kids 5 years and under · McCleary Country Bear Fun Run - Kids 6-17 years old
From the Organizer
As part of the Bear Festival activities, the McCleary Civic Renewal Council is hosting a 1.25-mile or 5K run, trot, and walk through the city of McCleary.
Pre-registration is open through July 12th and encouraged. You may register the day of the race. Registration will open at 8:00 a.m. and close at 8:50 a.m. The registration table will be at the corner of W Simpson and S 3rd Street.
Costumes are encouraged, and prizes will be awarded!
Prize categories ($25 value)
- Best kid costume (13 and younger)
- Best "Big kid" costume (14 and older)
- Royalty Court Choice
- 1.25 mile - winner
- 5k - winner
Packet pickup opens at 8:00 a.m. and the fun run begins at 9:00 a.m.
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
78°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elma, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About McCleary, WA
Elevation
236 ft
Nearest Airport
OLM
Olympia Regional Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
SEA
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport · 54 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
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- Race
- Country Bear Fun Run @ the McCleary Bear Festival
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- 100 S 3rd St, McCleary, WA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Country Bear Fun Run @ the McCleary Bear Festival?
- Country Bear Fun Run @ the McCleary Bear Festival is a running race held in McCleary, Washington on July 11, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Country Bear Fun Run @ the McCleary Bear Festival?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in McCleary, Washington at 100 S 3rd St, McCleary, WA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Country Bear Fun Run @ the McCleary Bear Festival?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Country Bear Fun Run @ the McCleary Bear Festival
Jul 11, 2026