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Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Tolt-MacDonald Park, Carnation WA
5K · 10K · Half · Marathon
52–70°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
55–66°F
dry
2024
53–67°F
dry
2023
53–66°F
dry
2022
58–74°F
dry
2021
54–60°F
rain
2020
51–76°F
dry
2019
49–75°F
dry
2018
50–62°F
rain
2017
54–74°F
dry
2016
46–69°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Sep 12
Cloudy · 48–72°F
Saturday, Sep 12starts near 48°F · 40% chance of rain · wind up to 6 mph
About this race
Race Overview
- Event Name: Beat The Blerch
- Date: 2026-09-12
- Location: Tolt-MacDonald Park, Carnation, WA
- Race Types: 5K, 10K, half, and full marathon
About the Race
- Origin: Created by The Oatmeal and inspired by this comic about running.
- Location Detail: Takes place in a quaint little town located about 35 minutes outside of Seattle.
- Course Description: Beautiful flat, out-and-back course winding through evergreen, mossy forests along the Snoqualmie valley trail.
- Nearby Attractions: Strawberry farms and pumpkin patches near the starting line offering guided tours for post-race activities.
More Information
- Registration: For more details and registration, visit Beat The Blerch Official Page.
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Live prices near the start line, Sep 11 – 13, 2026.
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