Oregon Track Club Community Runs
Oregon Track Club Monthly Community Runs
Oregon Track Club has hosted annual community runs since 2011. They are kept interesting and fun by varying the locations in the Eugene/Springfield area, the distance (1 mile, 4K, 5K, 8K to 10K) and the surface (paved, gravel or bark trails, hybrid). The Community Runs are at 6pm or 6:30pm on the second Thursday of the month from March through October.
About OTC Community Runs
The Community Runs are a great way to meet other runners, test your fitness, go for a personal record or just enjoy a relaxing pace among great scenery. All paces and ages are always welcome and celebrated; as are leashed pets and strollers. Even though the vibe is informal and fun, the Community Runs are professionally timed and announced by Eclectic Edge Racing using computer chip technology. Random prizes and refreshments are provided by the sponsors which include Bigfoot Beverages, Eclectic Edge Racing, Run Hub Northwest and Track Town Pizza.
Community Runs are free for OTC members and only $15 for the general public or non-OTC members ages 15 and older and $10 for youth ages 14 and younger who are not an OTC member. There is easy online registration until 3pm the day of each event and also on-site registration available. Oregon Track Club is looking forward to cheering you on at a future Run/Walk.
Thank you to our long-time sponsors: Bigfoot Beverages, Eclectic Edge Racing, Run Hub Northwest, and Track Town Pizza. Thanks also to the many volunteers who make the Community Runs possible.
OTC Community Run 2026 Dates
March 12 - Alton Baker Park
Starts at 6:00pm
5K Race or “Spirit of Bowerman Mile” Run or Walk
April 9 - Alton Baker Park
Starts at 6:00pm
8K Race, 4K Race or “Spirit of Bowerman Mile” Run or Walk
May 14 - Pre’s Trail
Starts at 6:30pm
6K Race, 4K Race or “Spirit of Bowerman Mile” Run or Walk
June 11 - Dorris Ranch Park
Starts at 6:30pm
3 Mile Race or “Spirit of Bowerman Mile” Run or Walk
August 13 - Maurie Jacobs Park
Starts at 6:30pm
5K Race or “Spirit of Bowerman Mile” Run or Walk
September 10 - Lane Community College
Starts at 6:30pm
3K Race or “Spirit of Bowerman Mile” Run or Walk
October 7 - Pre’s Trail
Starts at 6:00pm
5K Race or “Spirit of Bowerman Mile” Run or Walk