Anchorage RunFest

Anchorage RunFest 49K Ultra, Marathon, Marathon Relay, Half Marathon, 5K, Anchorage Mile, and Kids 2k.

Anchorage Runfest is a full weekend celebrating running and healthy lifestyles in the Anchorage community! Come join us for a movie, week of races, kid's day, and a whole lot of fun!

Every year, it seems like many age group awards do not get picked up. Check after your race because all awards are not m...
08/10/2026

Every year, it seems like many age group awards do not get picked up. Check after your race because all awards are not mailed.
The top three male and female finishers in each 5-year age group (19 & under to 80+) for the Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K races receive an age group award and a commemorative mug. The top male and female finishers of the 49K in each 5-year age group (20 to 70+). Awards will be distributed in Town Square Park at the awards table.

https://anchoragerunfest.org/awards/

Friday and Saturday, August 14-15, 2026BIB PICKUP INFORMATIONLocationFirst United Methodist Church725 W 9th Ave, Anchora...
08/10/2026

Friday and Saturday, August 14-15, 2026

BIB PICKUP INFORMATION

Location

First United Methodist Church

725 W 9th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501

(Corner of 9th Avenue and G Street across from Delaney Parkstrip)

ENTER FROM 9TH AVE-NO ENTRANCE FROM THE ALLEY

Times

Friday, August 14, 2026 - Hours: 1pm-7pm
Saturday, August 15, 2026 - Hours: 8:30am-4pm

Pick up all bibs at the location and times above:

Saturday events: Anchorage Mile, Military Mile, and Kids 2K. (Note-this is a change from some years ago when these bibs were available at Delaney Parkstrip on Saturday morning.)
Sunday events: 49K, Marathon, Marathon Relay, Half Marathon, and 5K.

THERE IS NO SUNDAY BIB PICKUP. NO EXCEPTIONS

If you are unable to make the bib pickup on Friday or Saturday you must make other arrangements. You may have a friend or family pick up your bib or have make arrangements to have a volunteer pull your bib packet for you (a $25 fee may apply-email [email protected]).

1 week to go until Anchorage RunFest August 15-16! We are excited and the all volunteer race committee is hard at work, ...
08/09/2026

1 week to go until Anchorage RunFest August 15-16! We are excited and the all volunteer race committee is hard at work, prepping for race weekend! There is still time to register-
https://anchoragerunfest.org/

Here is another runner story-Hi, I’m Cari. I love traveling to different places to run half marathons, using each race a...
08/09/2026

Here is another runner story-
Hi, I’m Cari. I love traveling to different places to run half marathons, using each race as a way to explore new environments, challenge myself, meet new people and stay connected to my goals.

Running has become my way to create structure, clear my mind, and push beyond what I once thought I was capable of. Every course brings something new—different terrain, different energy, and a new version of myself showing up.

I’m especially grateful to be running in Alaska, a place that feels both powerful and grounding. It’s an experience I’ve been looking forward to, and I’m excited to take it all in, one mile at a time.

Next, I’m stepping into the world of ultra marathons. I’m excited for the training ahead and everything it will teach me—about endurance, discipline, and mental strength. This is just the beginning of a new chapter.

See you all at the finish line! — Cari

If you are celebrating running your 50th State at Anchorage RunFest, then please let us know. Email RD Melanie@ancrun.or...
08/08/2026

If you are celebrating running your 50th State at Anchorage RunFest, then please let us know. Email RD [email protected] and we can have a 50 state finisher certificate printed. The 50 state finisher certificates can be picked up at the awards tent near the finish line. These will not be mailed. Age group awards are also picked up after the race.

Please welcome Almerico Regine from Italy to Anchorage RunFest! Here is his runner story. I live and work in Rome as an ...
08/08/2026

Please welcome Almerico Regine from Italy to Anchorage RunFest! Here is his runner story.

I live and work in Rome as an electrical engineer. However, I was born and raised on the beautiful island of Ischia, off the coast of Naples, Italy.

This is my second time visiting Alaska. I fell in love with it during my first trip last year and couldn’t wait to come back.

I completed my very first race in October 2025: the Rome Half Marathon. Running through the city’s incredible history- past iconic monuments, unique squares, and the Colosseum- was an unforgettable experience.

Now I’m even more excited to run the Half Marathon here in Alaska, surrounded by breathtaking wilderness and landscapes that make this place so special.

Back home on my island, I also enjoy cycling and, of course, swimming in its crystal-clear blue waters.

My next dream is to complete a triathlon, and if there’s ever a chance to race one here in Alaska, I’d love to do it surrounded by this incredible wilderness.

Eat pasta run fasta!! 🍝

Are you looking to run the Humpy's Marathon in 4 hours? Be on the lookout for the 4:00 hour marathon pacer Nick! He can ...
08/06/2026

Are you looking to run the Humpy's Marathon in 4 hours? Be on the lookout for the 4:00 hour marathon pacer Nick! He can help you reach your goals!
Nick Taran, ultra runner, originally from Ukraine, now living in Anchorage. I’m 5 times national record holder for Ukraine, ultra runner, trail runner, 2nd place Denali100k, pacer and organizer of charity runs in Europe and USA, participant 50 states = 50 marathons. Last year, Nick was 1st place in his age group for the United Physical Therapy 49k Ultra (2025).

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Anchorage, AK
99524

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