OktoberFeast

OktoberFeast Race Information

<p><strong>Run, Walk, and Rally to End Senior Hunger with Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels!</strong></p> <p>Join us <strong>Saturday, October 3 at 10 AM</strong> for our community-centered 5K Fun Run &amp; Walk along the beautiful Columbia River. Whether you’re racing for a personal best, strolling with friends, forming a team, or cheering from the sidelines, this event is all about coming together for a cause that stays right here at home!</p> <p>&#x1f4cd; Start &amp; Finish: 2600 North Columbia Center Boulevard (Parking near New Vintage Church)</p> <p><strong>Everyone Is Welcome</strong><br />Runners, walkers, strollers, wheelchair users, kids, teams, and dogs are all encouraged to participate. And even better, it&#39;ll be a costume contest!</p> <p><strong>Make Your Miles Matter</strong><br />This year, every participant is a fundraiser! When you register, you can choose to:</p> <ul><li>Pay your registration fee upfront, or</li><li>Through your own personal fundraising page, invite friends, family, and coworkers to sponsor your 5K</li></ul> <p>You’ll have from the time you sign up until race day to fundraise—and yes, even your dog can have their own fundraising page!</p> <p>All proceeds stay local to support Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels, helping ensure our seniors have access to the nutritious meals and connection they deserve.</p> <p><strong>Join the Fun (and Friendly Competition!)</strong></p> <ul><li>Awards for Top Fundraiser and Largest Team</li><li>Costume Contest (for people and pups!)</li><li>Timed race option with prizes</li><li>Register by September 19 at 3 PM to guarantee your event shirt</li></ul> <p><br /><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>Free Community After-Party</strong></span></p> <p>Stick around after the race for a free celebration open to everyone—even if you didn’t run!</p> <p>Food and refreshments</p> <ul><li>Live music</li><li>Family activities</li><li>Kid Zone</li></ul> <p>Festivities take place at the <strong>Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels campus</strong> near the finish line and continue until<strong> 2 PM.</strong></p> <p><br />Questions? donate&#64;gencare.org</p>