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Anchorage Running Club Unites Runners Through RunFest and Weekly Local Races

The Anchorage Running Club connects runners of all levels via its main fundraiser and a year-round series of local races.

By Anchorage Sport Desk · Published July 18, 2026

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The Anchorage RunFest, the Anchorage Running Club's main fundraiser and the city's largest running event, is scheduled for August 15-16, 2026.

RunFest Marks Milestone Anniversary

The 2026 edition marks the 30th anniversary of the Humpy's Marathon. Races range from a 1-mile run to a 49K ultra and include a marathon, half marathon, 49K ultra, 5K, Anchorage Mile, and a Kids' 2K Fun Run. Bib pickup begins at 1st United Methodist Church. These distances allow participants with different abilities to join the same weekend program.

Weekly Series Extends Club Reach

The Bonny Sosa Tuesday Night Races operate as a year-round series of weekly community events on varying courses throughout Anchorage. The format keeps runners engaged outside the main RunFest dates and supports steady participation across neighborhoods.

Trail Events Add Mountain Options

The Crow Pass Crossing covers 22.5 miles through Chugach State Park. The Arctic Valley Mountain Race provides challenging terrain with glacier and inlet views. Both events give club members access to routes that differ from road races while remaining within the Anchorage area.

The Anchorage Running Club coordinates these activities to maintain consistent community contact. Runners can register through the event sites listed on anchoragerunfest.org and runsignup.com. Checking the Anchorage Running Club calendar on alaskamountainrunners.org provides details on the Tuesday Night Races and trail events ahead of the August RunFest.

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