In 236 days · Sat, Apr 3, 2027
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When
Saturday, April 3rd, 2027
Where
3008 Inspiration Drive, Yakima WA
Distances
5K · 10K
Typical weather
36–58°F · low rain risk
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2026
32–58°F
dry
2025
35–56°F
dry
2024
44–56°F
dry
2023
29–51°F
dry
2022
39–60°F
dry
2021
40–66°F
dry
2020
26–51°F
dry
2019
44–63°F
dry
2018
30–52°F
dry
2017
32–54°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Run for Your Life (RFYL)
- Type: Annual charity Fun Run/Walk & Community Fair
- Organizer: Students of Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU)
- Inception: First launched in 2011
Community Impact
- Mission: Promote healthy lifestyles and foster community well-being
- Course: Flat, easy, and accessible for all ages and fitness levels
- Inclusivity: A fun event for everyone, regardless of fitness level
- Proceeds: Support PNWU scholarships for rural and underserved area students
Event Details
- Type of Race: Run For Your Life 5k/10k
- Location: PNWU Campus - MultiCare Learning Center, 3008 Inspiration Drive, Yakima, WA
- Date: April 3, 2027
- Check-in Time: 8:00-9:15am
- Race Start: 9:30am
Special Features
- Kids 11 and Under: Run for Free! (Giveaway Not Included)
- Pony Race: New event for kids who aren’t ready for the 5K or 10K
- Distance: Short-distance race made just for kids
- Location: Race down Inspiration Dr. alongside peers
Vendor and Parking Information
- Food Vendors: Welcome! Contact the race director for participation.
- Parking: Follow signs for parking in the North and Northeast lot of Butler Haney Hall.
Additional Information
- Website: Run for Your Life Race
Course map
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