Big River Race

 Come join us at Chiawana Park in Pasco, Washington for the 3rd Annual Big River Race

 Saturday, May 30th, 2026 for a Half Marathon, 10k, 5k & FREE Fun 1 Mile. Run along one of Eastern Washington's biggest landmarks, the Columbia River. Enjoy a scenic route on paved riverfront trail. This race offers you four different options; a distance for everyone in the family, group of friends or coworkers.
 
The course will be flat & fast! Perfect for your first time to achieve one of these distances or set a new personal goal. The race will start & end at the west end of the park. All race distances are on a paved path and along the riverfront.  Chiawana is a Native word for “Big River”

 
The Columbia River has provided this region's culture and economy for thousands of years. It is the largest river in the Pacific Northwest. The river forms in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia, Canada and flows through Washington. This Big River irrigates more than 6,000,000 acres of agricultural land. Agriculture is huge part of our community and is possible because of this valuable water source.
 
The race course will have fun, themed aid-stations, cheer squads & music along the way. You run the miles, we bring the entertainment and support! We believe your achievements should be celebrated. Invite all the friends and family to come watch you cross the finish line! Chiawana Park as beautiful shade trees, a big grassy park and a gorgeous view of the river. After the race sit, relax, enjoy some post race treats and listen to a live band!!
 

Our race values come from the meaning: Chiawana
•compassion • creativity • reliability • generosity • loyalty

Race Date

 Saturday, May 30th, 2026

Race Location:

 Chiawana Park 2020 Rd. 88 Pasco, WA

 THE START/FINISH LOCATION WILL BE AT THE WEST END OF THE PARK

Race Start Times: 

Early Start Half Marathon 7:00am

 (if this distance will take you over 3hrs)

Half Marathon 8:00am 

10k      8:10am

  5k       8:15 am 

1 Mile  9:30am

 - Bib Pickup -

Friday, 5/29 12-6:00pm At  Runner’s Soul 5020 W Clearwater Ave, Kennewick, WA 99336 

Saturday, 5/30 Starting at 7am at the start/finish area Chiawana Park 2020 Rd 88 Pasco, WA 99301  

 - Registration - 

Opens on January 1, 2026

Online registration will end MAY 26TH AT 11:59PM

In-person registration will be at Packet Pickup and Race Day Morning.

 if the race does not sell out there will be in person registration. you must be registered 30 minutes prior to your start time.

- Prices - 

• Half Marathon  $55 > 01/01- 01/31   $60 > 02/01-04/30     $65 > 05/01 05/26         $70> In person registration                              (price includes shirt)

   

• 10K  $35 > 01/01- 01/31                    $40 > 02/01-04/30      $45 >  05/01-05/26       $50 > In person registration

   

• 5k  -$20  01/01- 01/31          $25 > 02/01 - 05/27          $30 > In person registration 

   

• 1 Mile FREE! FREE!! tell all your family & friends!! 

• Race Shirts $20.00 Adults(mens & womens styles) and youth sizes. The order cut off date is Wednesday, 5/6 by 8pm. 

 ~ Awards ~ 

All finishers will receive a medal! 

Special awards will be given to top three overall male & female in the half, 10k & 5k distance. These will be announced at the finish line and awards will be give out once all top 3 runners have finished. 

Age group awards male & female will be given out to 1st, 2nd, 3rd place in the half, 10k, 5k. check your time after you finished, to see if you received an age group award. AG awards will be pick up at the "bib pickup shelter"

Age categories  [5-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89]

 1 Mile - will receive a finisher medal  no age group awards; this distance will not be timed. All for fun! 

Timing: This event will be timed by Eastern Oregon Sports Timing 

 ~ Finish(celebration) Area ~ 

Invite all the friends and family to come watch you cross the finish line! Chiawana Park has beautiful shade trees, a big grassy park and a gorgeous view of the river. After the race sit, relax and enjoy a live band, post race treats and cheer on the participants! The race start/finish area is at the west end of the park. 

  Runner's Soul will be sponsoring the "post hydration drinks". Ice water, Electrolyte & Recovery Drink and chocolate milk.

Post Race Snacks - fresh fruit (bananas & oranges), granola bars, cookies, mixed nuts and frozen/cold treats.

Toilets: The parks&rec will open the restrooms at both west & east end of the park. We will have extra portable toilets near the start/finish area. Toilets will also be along the course at little parks just off the path and portable is at Wade Park for the 10k & half marathon. 

Aid-Stations: will have GU gels, Roctane electrolyte & water

7 stations for the half - 3 for the 10k - 1 for the 5k - water only for the 1 mile. 

~ FREE RECOVERY ZONE FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS ~

Stretch, foam roll, quick massage or compression therapy. 

Sponsored by AUGMENT , ABE MASSAGE SCHOOL& GAME CHANGER PT

Any questions: contact runbigriver@gmail.com 

**USATF sanctioned event policy does not allow for animals to participate in competitions. only service animals are allowed on the course and at the race start/finish. They must be leashed at all times***

THIS EVENT IS SANCTIONED BY USATF

 2026 Sponsorship for Big River Race  

 There are several opportunities available for you or your company to support the Big River Race.  Your sponsorship contributions will go towards helping us cover the costs associated with putting on this community race. From renting equipment, food & swag items for the runners, to material needed to make this event safe. If you are interested in sponsoring, please review the below opportunities, complete the applicable sections and return it by email runbigriver@gmail.com  

Payment can be made to: Big River Race by April 30th, 2026  In-kind donations: includes food products, swag items, raffle prizes & gift cards.

Thank-you for your consideration! 

PRESENTING SPONSOR (1 available) Contribution: $5,000 (cash)   “Recognition as the Presenting Sponsor of the entire event”    Benefits to you:

Name/logo on a sponsor appreciation banner that will be hung up during the event    
Name/logo on the back of race shirt 
Name/logo on the registration website 
Recognition on the event’s social media pages before the event 
Recognition during the pre-race announcement 
Company may setup a booth/table at the event to pass out information to runners
2 free entries to the race 

 RIVER LEVEL SPONSOR (2 available) Contribution: $3,000 (Cash)  Benefits to you: 

Name/logo on a sponsor appreciation banner that will be hung up during the event 
Name/logo on the back of race shirt
Name/logo on the registration website 
Recognition on the event’s social media pages before the event 
Recognition during the pre-race announcement
Company may setup a booth/table at the event to pass out information to runners                                                                                        1 free entry to the race

STREAM LEVEL SPONSOR Contribution: $1,000 (Cash)       Benefits to you: 

Name/logo on the back of race shirt
Name/logo on the registration website 
Recognition on the event’s social media pages before the event 
Recognition during the pre-race announcement
Company may setup a booth/table at the event to pass out information to runners 

 BROOK LEVEL SPONSOR Contribution: $500 (Cash)    Benefits to you: 

Name/logo on the registration website 
Recognition on the event’s social media pages before the event 
Recognition during the pre-race announcement

CREEK LEVEL SPONSOR Contribution:  $100 (Cash / In-Kind)  Benefits to you:

Name/logo on the registration website
Recognition during the pre-race announcement

VENDOR BOOTH SPONSOR Contribution:  $50 (Cash)   Benefits to you:

Setup a Vendor booth/tent at the post race celebration 
Able to display advertising for company (e.g. signage, table covers, etc.)

AID STATION SPONSOR (4 available) 
Contribution: Provide staffing (min 4 people) to run an aid station              

Benefits to you:  Able to display advertising at the aid station (e.g. signage, table covers, etc.)   Provide a fun themed station
Name/log recognition on social media and registration website
Recognition during the pre-race announcement
 

MUSIC/BAND STATION (5 available)

Contribution: playing music 1.5-2 hours along the race course to motivation & inspire runners.  

 Benefits to you:  Able to display school or company name/logo along the race course
Name/log recognition on social media and registration website
Recognition during the pre-race announcement

COUPON / SWAG DONATION
Contribution: Discount coupons, product samples, or advertising trinket (e.g. chapstick, water bottles, pens)

Benefits to you: company’s logo inserted into the race bag that every participant will receive 

THE START/FINISH LOCATION WILL BE AT THE WEST END OF THE PARK AND NEW HALF MARATHON COURSE!!

HALF MARATHON COURSE 

 The half marathon will be an out & back route going east on the paved riverfront path. Flat & fast for your new PR!! There will no traffic or busy roads to cross. Spectators are welcome to park and walk to this area. There will be total of 6 aid-stations. Approximately 1.5-2 miles a apart with water, electrolyte drink, gels and fruit snacks. And along the way to give you extra motivation! 

10K COURSE
The 10k will be an out & back route going east on the trail. There will be 3 aid-stations. Miles 1.55/4.55 and 3.10 (turn around) with water, electrolyte drink, gels and fruit snacks.  

5K COURSE
The 5k will be an out & back route going east on the trail. There will be 1 aid-station at the turn around  mile 1.55 with water, electrolyte drink. 

1 Mile 
The fun 1 mile will be an out & back going west to the end of the park. 1 water station at the turn around. 

2025 - BEN WENTZ PHOTOGRAPHY 

Why Volunteer?  

We cannot put on this race without the help of our awesome volunteers. The volunteers make this race possible & safe!  It’s a great way to give back to your community.  You'll have the satisfaction of helping others and a FUN time.  Lots of smiling faces, high-fives and sweaty hugs!!! 

GROUP VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES: The “More the Merrier”.. Come on and bring your friends, co-workers, school, club or family members. Group volunteer activities are a wonderful way to have fun while giving back to others and serving your community! Aid-Stations, Snack tables, Setup and Cleanup are just a few of the areas we need help. We are looking for several school bands to play 1.5-2hrs on the half marathon course. - No experience necessary. 

 Contact runbigriver@gmail.com

to find out how you or your group can get involved.