
From the Organizer
Join us on Saturday, August 15th for the FREE “Move Puyallup” 5K in partnership with the City of Puyallup Parks & Recreation! Gather your friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors and enjoy a fun and active morning along the scenic Puyallup Riverwalk Trail starting near Fred Meyer.
This chip timed, family-friendly event welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Whether you are chasing a personal best, enjoying a morning walk with friends, or introducing your family to a healthy and active lifestyle, the “Move Puyallup” 5K is the perfect community event. The paved Riverwalk Trail offers a beautiful and welcoming course for everyone to enjoy.
This FREE event is open to the entire community, so lace up your shoes and come enjoy fresh air, movement, community spirit, and a great morning on the trail. Let’s Move Puyallup together!
Please NO dogs! We love our furry friends but for their safety and the safety of your fellow runners and walkers, please leave your pets at home. In addition, our insurance does not cover dogs.
Absolutely NO scooters, roller blades, and/or any wheeled items. Strollers are welcome.
Check In: 8:00 AM
Event Begins: 9:00 AM
Events
Weather
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
77°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
15%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mcmillin Rsvr, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
42,642
as of 2023
City Elevation
427 ft
Nearest Airport
SEA
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport · 20 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Move Puyallup 5K
Aug 15, 2026