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Sunday, August 9th, 2026
9401 Farwest Drive SW, Lakewood WA
5K · 1 Mile
58–81°F · low rain risk
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2025
57–81°F
dry
2024
59–87°F
dry
2023
60–77°F
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2022
58–82°F
dry
2021
54–78°F
dry
2020
55–76°F
dry
2019
60–73°F
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2018
60–92°F
dry
2017
61–90°F
dry
2016
58–69°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Aug 9
Sunny · 53–86°F
Sunday, Aug 9starts near 53°F · 0% chance of rain · wind up to 9 mph
About this race
Race Overview
STOMP OUT THE STIGMA is all about raising awareness of mental wellness and eliminating the stigma surrounding mental illness. Join us in the fastest, flat 5k route in the area or a nice 1 mile race around Waughop Lake.
Event Details
- Date: 2026-08-09
- Location: 9401 Farwest Drive SW, Lakewood, WA
- Registration URL: Register here
- Parking: Easy parking at the Pierce College Fort Steilacoom campus with a short walk down a trail to Fort Steilacoom Park.
Race Details
- 5k Race: Starts by the lake with a flat course at Fort Steilacoom Park, finishing back at the entrance of the lake. This race is chip timed.
- 1 Mile Race: Starts at the entrance of Waughop Lake and takes you on a scenic lap around the lake.
- Course Conditions: Both routes are mostly paved with a short area that is dirt/gravel.
- Entry Benefits: Includes a race shirt if you register by 7/21. Finishing medals will be given to the first 200 finishers.
Event Restrictions
Sorry… no strollers or dogs at the event because of the insurance restrictions.
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