Jefferson Healthcare Rhody Run Sunday, May 17, 2026
📍 Race Location
Venue: The Rhody Run will take place at Fort Worden State Park, Port Townsend, Washington.
Parking: Additional parking and shuttle service will be available from the Jefferson County Fairgrounds (4907 Landes St, Port Townsend, WA 98368).
🎉 About the Event
Organization: The Jefferson Healthcare Rhody Run is organized and produced by the Port Townsend Marathon Association, a charitable non-profit organization dedicated to fostering and encouraging runners of all ages.
Volunteer Effort: Nearly all aspects of this event are made possible by volunteers.
Community Impact: Proceeds from the Rhody Run are returned directly to the community in the form of funding support for school sports programs and youth-oriented nonprofit organizations.
Motto: Our goal is to produce a race where all runners—champion and beginner alike—feel that it is their race.
🏁 Courses
Distances: 12K &: 5K courses
Maps: Updated 2026 course maps are available on the registration page.
Parking Availability: Parking at Fort Worden is limited. Additional parking is available at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds.
Shuttle Times: Morning Shuttles: 7:30 AM – 8:45 AM, Return: 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Walking Option: The Fairgrounds are approximately ½ mile from Fort Worden, and participants may choose to walk to the start area.
📦 Packet Pickup
Pre-Race: Friday &: Saturday, May 15–16: Jefferson Healthcare (location and times TBA)
Race Day: Pickup at Parade Grounds at Fort Worden
🏅 Awards &: Championships
Medals: Custom Port Townsend Foundry medals will be awarded to the top three (3) finishers in each USATF 5-year age group for men and women in the 12K.