Diaper Dash 2026
Diaper Dash 2026 is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Anchorage, AK, with an entry fee of $40.
- Date
- September 12, 2026 (15 days to go)
- Location
- 1666 Cache Drive, Anchorage, AK
- Price
- $40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Alaska Adoption Services is excited to host the 5th Annual Diaper Dash 5K! Join us as we celebrate the 5th anniversary of the Community Diaper Pantry while raising awareness and funds to support this vital program. The Community Diaper Pantry provides free diapers and wipes to families in need throughout the Anchorage area, ensuring babies have the essentials they need to stay clean, healthy, and dry.
The FREE Children's 1-Mile Fun Run begins at 10:00 a.m. and is open to kids 12 and under. The Diaper Dash 5K will start immediately afterward at 10:30 a.m. Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled morning while supporting the Community Diaper Pantry. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, every participant helps make a difference for local families in need.
We will begin the run at the Tudor Elementary School off Cache Dr. The race will be timed in partnership with Skinny Raven.
PRE RACE BIB PICK UP: September 11th, 2026 11:00am-1:00pm @ Alaska Adoption Services (471 W 36th Ave Suite 201)
RACE DAY BIB PICK-UP: September 12th, 2026 8:30am-9:45am @ Tudor Elementary School off Cache Dr (the start line)
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
56°
Typical Low
37°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Campbell Creek Sci Ctr, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Anchorage, AK
Population
289,069
as of 2023
City Elevation
156 ft
Nearest Airport
ANC
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Alaska Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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Diaper Dash 2026
Sep 12, 2026