MLK Jr. Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 Seattle
About the race
Today we gather to honor the legacy of Dr. King and his enduring commitment to justice, equality, and peace.
This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. Waves sell out quickly, and once a wave is full it is closed.
All paces and ages are welcome, whether you run or walk. There is no equipment or setup needed; this is a pure run with our coordinators supporting you in a warm, stress-free setting.
What you get (swag bag)
- Running T-shirt, shipped to the address you register with (US only)
- Finisher's towel or giveaway
- Finisher's medal
- Digital training pack
- Optional technical running shirt, a lightweight, moisture-wicking shirt that can be upgraded for $5 more
Packet pickup and swag delivery
There is no packet pickup. Swag is shipped directly to your address, so provide your full, correct US mailing address, including apartment number, and check the spelling. Race bibs are provided on race day.
Your shirt arrives at your mailing address the week of your race.
Race updates
We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.
Last-minute registration
Registrations made 2 weeks before the race are accepted. Shirts take time to ship, so your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race.
Wave times
Email us your desired wave time at [email protected]. Waves are filled on a first come, first served basis.
- Wave A: 7:30 AM
- Wave B: 8:00 AM
- Wave C: 8:30 AM
Late runners can run upon arrival. Our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave.
Virtual run option
The virtual run can be done any time and place of your choosing, using any tracking device (optional). It includes a training pack with digital tools. After you finish, submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal.
Charity fundraising
Every mile you log after the race, we donate $1 to one of the charities we work with. Fundraising is optional.
Timing
- Timing is optional. You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc.) and submit it with our easy form to be posted online, or ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.
- No timing chips are used.
Cancellation policy
Registrations made 2 weeks before the race are accepted.
The course
Location
Seattle, WA, USA Open in Google Maps
City insight: Seattle
Seattle is the most populous city in Washington State and the Pacific Northwest, situated on an isthmus between Puget Sound and Lake Washington. It is the county seat of King County and the northernmost major city in the United States. The climate is mild and often damp, with dry summers and wet winters, so summer and early autumn are the best seasons to race.
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