Ladybug Run for CDH Awareness 5K/10K

Race Overview

Join us for the 15th annual running of this unique and popular 5K/10K race on July 11, 2026! This stroller-friendly event takes runners on a scenic course through the open green spaces and forested paths along the Tualatin River in Tigard's Cook Park and neighboring areas, offering a fun and memorable experience for all participants.

Location

Address: 17005 Southwest 92nd Avenue, Portland, OR

Race URL: Ladybug Run for CDH Awareness

Perks for Participants

• Finisher Rewards: All 5K and 10K finishers will receive a shirt, medal and a race packet filled with goodies to celebrate their accomplishment.
• Virtual Participation: Can’t join us in person? Sign up for the virtual race and run your own 5K or 10K course—anywhere, anytime.
• Group Runs: Want to run with friends? Organize a group virtual run, and we’ll promote it on our website so others can join you!

Race Day Details

• Start Line: To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, the start line will remain open for 15 minutes.
• Staggered Start: This allows for a staggered start and plenty of space.

Why We Run

• Awareness: Proceeds from this event benefit the Ladybug CDH Foundation, whose mission is to raise public awareness about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH).
• Research Funding: Fund critical medical research.
• Family Support: Provide direct support to families in the Pacific Northwest facing the challenges of CDH.

Survivor/Angel Signs

We line the sidewalks at Cook Family Park with signs remembering and honoring Angels and Survivors. If you have a CDH Angel or Survivor you would like represented with a sign, please contact us at ladybugcdh@gmail.com. Send us a few sentences about their story and 2-3 photos. We’d love to be able to honor your CDH warrior.

Additional Resources

2025 Results: View Results

2024 Results: View Results

2023 Results: View Results

2022 Results: View Results

Join Us

Don’t wait—register today to lace up your shoes, make a difference, and help us support families impacted by CDH. Together, we can bring hope and make strides for this important cause.