
From the Organizer
Stayton Fun Run
Since 1983 Stayton has been celebrating fitness and this family tradition on the 4th of July. Both the runs and walk of this annual event will take place on asphalt and cross-country surfaces. The courses are excellent for the competitive runner, fun runner and walker.
The Runs and Walk is being held in conjunction with Stayton’s 4th of July festival. The festival features such activities as a Kid’s and Grand Parade, a community dinner, band concerts, variety show, kid’s games, food booths and a fantastic fireworks display. So, there is much to do after the race is over.
The MOST PATRIOTICALLY DRESSED RUNNER will win a patriotic denali blanket a $130. value
WHEN: Every JULY 4th, starting at 9:00 a.m. (DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR TIMED RESULTS WILL END @ 8:45 AM) ***8:30am Race Day Scout Flag Ceremony (start your 4th of july off right)***
WHERE: Starts at the Stayton Community Center – 500 W Burnett St. (Off 1st St.). Stayton is 15 miles east of Salem on Highway 22.
FEE: $15.00 per person if you pre-register online (before July 4th). $20.00 per person day of the race (DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR TIMED RESULTS WILL END @ 8:45 AM). Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Stayton Community Center.
INCLUDED: Ribbons to the top male and female finishers in five-year age-groups in the 5k and 10k races; Stay around after the race to see who won the most patriotically dressed!
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED: High Entry Fees, Fancy Awards
Learn More About The Race: www.StaytonFunRun.com
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
78°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
18%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Stayton, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
555 ft
Nearest Airport
SLE
Salem-Willamette Valley Airport/McNary Field · 14 mi
Major Hub
PDX
Portland International Airport · 55 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
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Stayton Fun Run
Jul 4, 2026