Run to Stay Warm

Run to Stay Warm is held in Eugene, Oregon, on November 22, 2026, the Sunday before Thanksgiving. Three distances are offered: the half marathon (13.1 miles) starts at 9:00 AM, followed by the 10K and the 5K at 9:15 AM. The flat course winds along Eugene's scenic riverside paths, and the event supports the EWEB Customer Care Program, which helps local families in need.

For more than a decade, runners of all ages and levels have gathered here to celebrate the sport, community and giving back. The flat riverside profile makes the half marathon a good PR course and a friendly first half; a 10- to 12-week build with a weekly long run is enough to be ready. Beginners and families will find the 5K and 10K equally welcoming, and everyone gets to enjoy the swag and a lively after-party once the running is done.