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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
7201 E Greenlake Drive North, Seattle WA
Distances
5K
Typical weather
49–62°F · some rain risk
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2025
48–62°F
dry
2024
45–63°F
dry
2023
51–61°F
dry
2022
52–72°F
dry
2021
50–56°F
dry
2020
54–65°F
dry
2019
50–58°F
dry
2018
40–54°F
dry
2017
44–61°F
dry
2016
50–59°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Seattle Kraken 5K
- Date: October 3, 2026
- Location: 7201 E Greenlake Drive North, Seattle, WA
- Website: Seattle Kraken 5K
Race Details
- Description: The Seattle Kraken 5K presented by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) will take place Saturday October 3rd at Green Lake Park in Seattle. Proceeds from the event benefit the Kraken Hockey Fights Cancer Fund.
- Event Feature: This 5K fun run/walk will help kick off the start of the 2026 - 2027 Seattle Kraken Season.
- Host: Everett Fitzhugh will host the festivities which will feature members of our broadcast team, Buoy, and other Kraken special guests.
- Participation: Participants will enjoy a unique Seattle Kraken race event and it is designed for everyone to enjoy. Whether you run or walk, join us and show your support for the Seattle Kraken and the Kraken Hockey Fights Cancer Fund at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health!
Pricing Information
- Kids Pricing: Reduced pricing for kids up to age 13.
- Team Discounts: Create a team, after your first 5 people sign up, you will get a $5 refund!
Schedule
- Pre-Race Packet Pickup, Wednesday, September 30: 3:00pm - 7:00pm - Pre-race packet pickup at Super Jock and Jill Greenlake at 7210 E. Greenlake Drive N Seattle, WA 98115
- Pre-Race Packet Pickup, Thursday, October 1: 3:00pm - 7:00pm - Pre-race packet pickup at Brooks Trailhead at 3400 Stone Way, Seattle, WA 98103
- Pre-Race Packet Pickup, Friday, October 2: 8:00am - 7:00pm - Pre-race packet pickup at Kraken Community Iceplex at 10601 5th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125
Race Day Schedule
- 7:30am: Shuttles start from Kraken Community Iceplex
- 8:00am: Registration and packet pickup opens
- 9:00am: Kids Dash
- 10:30am: Awards
Virtual Participation
- Registration: Sign up for the virtual event to join us from your neighborhood.
- Virtual Packets: Virtual packets will include a race bib, event shirt and finisher's medal that will be sent to your home.
- Photo Submission: Submit your photos and results to be a part of the official finisher's list.
- Registration Deadline: Virtual registration ends September 15th.
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