In 100 days · Sun, Oct 18, 2026
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Sunday, October 18th, 2026
5100 NW Neakahnie Avenue, Portland OR
5K
About this race
Event Overview
Help raise funds for kids' dental care on the Tooth Taxi by registering for The Dental Foundation of Oregon's inaugural Floss & Run!
Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
Location: Rock Creek Country Club, 5100 NW Neakahnie Avenue, Portland, Oregon, 97229
Race Details
- Race Path: You'll be on a professionally-rolled, gently challenging golf path in a peaceful and private setting under giant Douglas Firs.
- 1K Race: A race for children 11 and under starting at 8:30 a.m.
- 5K Run: Open to runners of all abilities starting at 9:10 a.m.
- 5K Walk: Begins at 9:40 a.m.; stroller runners start first to ensure space for all on the figure-eight course.
Participant Information
- Swag Bag: All registered participants will receive a re-useable swag bag with a cool Tooth Taxi headband, dental- and health-related items, and a raffle ticket for a chance to win prizes from local sponsors.
- Additional Tickets: Additional raffle tickets and putting contest entry may be purchased on site for $10.
- Medals: Each finisher receives a medal, and there are medals for the top three finishers in each age category.
- Food and Drink: The Rock Creek Country Club has a bar and grill with drinks and food for purchase. Parking is free.
Attire and Virtual Options
- Dress Code: We encourage attendees to wear their finest dental-related attire!
- Virtual Options: Not in the Portland area or can't make it on October 18? There are virtual race opportunities!
- Team Registration: We also have options for teams to enter.
- Major Sponsors: We are grateful to our major sponsors: BnK Construction and Permanente Dentistry (crown sponsors); and Columbia Healthcare Banking and Willamette Dental (molar sponsors).
Charity Impact
All proceeds go to children's free dental care and education on the Tooth Taxi. The Dental Foundation of Oregon's Tooth Taxi is on the road 48 weeks a year, providing free dental care and education to children who are uninsured, underinsured, unhoused, rural-based, and/or experiencing a dental emergency.
In 2025, the Tooth Taxi team cared for 1,027 children at 32 schools/neighborhood centers, worth nearly $634,000 in free services.
More Information
The Dental Foundation of Oregon is the fundraising arm of the Oregon Dental Association. For more information, visit dentalfoundationoforegon.org.
Registration Link
To register for the race, visit the race registration page.
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