Run Like a Fool 5K

Run Like a Fool 5k and Kids 1k Run

Come Run Like a Fool and have fun and be festive in your wackiest costume. 

The course is flat and fast with two laps around scenic Capitol Lake.

The Donut Dash 5K sold out, so be sure to register now to secure your spot. The race is limited to 300 in the 5k and 150 kids.

Registration: 

Kids Run (12 and under): Free
$35 – Through April 11, 2026
$40 -- April 12 through April 18, 2026
$45 -- Race Day, April 19, 2026

Club Oly Members receive $5 off at checkout.

Groups of 4 registering together: $10 off per person
Groups of 5 or more registering together: $13 off per person

Group registrations are not eligible for the member discount.

 

Packet Pickup: 

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Fleet Feet from 2 to 4 pm. 3405 Capitol Blvd SE, Olympia, WA 98501 

Packet pickup is managed by Club Oly members, so please do not arrive early. 

OR

Race Day, Sunday, April 19, 2026 from 7:20 to 8:20 AM at Heritage Park by the start line. 

All registration will be online and registration closes at 8:20 am on the day of the race. 

 

Day of Race Details: 

7:20 am to 8:20 am: Packet pickup

8:50 am: Gear check closes. Bags must be labeled with your bib number. Bags can be picked up after you finish the race by presenting your bib number. 

8:45 am: Kids Race

9:00 am: 5K Race

10:00 am: Awards

 

Awards:

• Top 3 Overall - Men, Women, and Nonbinary
  

• Top 3 in each 10-year age group. 

• Top 3 wackiest costumes/outfits

Results will be available immediately after the race online. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

          
                

       

The first 275 participants will receive a foldable shopping tote and a medal.  Kids receive a kiddie medal/ribbon. 

 

 

 

5K: Foldable Shopping Tote