41st Annual Whale of a Run

Silverdale Mall Parking Lot--corner of Silverdale Way NW and Kitsap Mall Blvd.
Silverdale, WA 98383

Running > 1 mile, 5k

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Event Description

Come celebrate the 41st Annual Whale of a Run on Saturday, July 29, 2023 in Silverdale, Washington. Featured events include:

  • 4-mile race (gun start with chip-timed finish)
  • 1-mile run/walk (gun start with chip-timed finish)
  • Kids dashes
  • Special Olympics dashes

The Whale of a Run is an official Whaling Days Festival event. All proceeds and donations benefit Meals on Wheels Kitsap.

Additional Information

  • Entry Fees
    • Pre-registration--$25 (4-mile), $20 (1-mile), $5 (kids dashes),  Free (Special Olympics dashes)
    • Day of Race--$30 (4-mile), $25 (1-mile), $5 (kids dashes), Free (Special Olympics dashes)
  • T-shirts
    • Commemorative t-shirts available for additional $15 each. Sizes adult S-3X and child M-XL. T-shirts guaranteed for entries received by July 5, 2023. Limited supply also available on race day.
  • Race Packet Pick-up & Registration
    • Early packet pick-up and in-person registration on Friday, July 29 from 4:00-7:00pm at Silverdale Mall Food Court area.
    • Day of race packet pick-up and in-person registration from 6:45-8:15am at Silverdale Mall Parking Lot.
  • Refreshments
    • Variety of fresh fruit, water and special treats will be provided by local businesses at the Finish Line.
  • Facilities
    • Restrooms and water available at registration and finish line. 
  • Awards 
    • Awards ceremony will begin at the Finish Line Area after the Kids and Special Olympics Dashes. 

For more information, visit www.mealsonwheelskitsap.org .


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