OktoberFeast

OktoberFeast Race Information

<p><span style="font-size:14pt"><strong>Run, Walk, and Rally to End Senior Hunger with Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels!</strong></span></p> <p>Join us Saturday, October 3 at 10 AM for our Oktoberfeast-themed 5K Fun Run &amp; Walk along the beautiful Columbia River. Whether you’re racing for a personal best, strolling with friends, bringing the kids (and dogs!), or just showing up for the fun—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<br />(Parking near New Vintage Church)</p> <p> <br /><span style="font-size:14pt"><strong>Everyone Is Welcome</strong></span><br />Runners, walkers, strollers, wheelchair users, kids, teams, and dogs are all encouraged to join.<br />And yes… costumes are highly encouraged too! &#x1f389;</p> <p> <br /><span style="font-size:14pt"><strong>Make Your Miles Matter</strong></span><br />New this year: every participant is a fundraiser—but it’s totally flexible.</p> <p>When you register, you’ll automatically get your own fundraising page where friends, family, and coworkers can support your 5K.</p> <p>Fundraise as much or as little as you’d like<br />No minimum required—your registration is enough to participate<br />Want to go all in? Form a team or even create a page for your dog </p> <p>Can&#39;t come in person? Or not interested in racing? Consider selecting our virtual 5K option to still help support our cause to outrun Senior hunger!</p> <p>Every dollar raised stays right here in our community for Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels, helping ensure local seniors have access to nutritious meals and meaningful connection.</p> <p> <br /><span style="font-size:14pt"><strong>Join the Fun (and Friendly Competition!)</strong></span></p> <ul><li>Top Fundraiser Award</li><li>Largest Team Prize</li><li>Costume Contest (people and pups!)</li><li>Timed race option with prizes</li></ul> <p><span style="font-size:14pt"><strong>Free Community After-Party</strong></span></p> <p>The finish line is just the beginning!</p> <p>Stick around for a free OktoberFeast-style celebration open to everyone—even if you didn’t participate in the race.</p> <ul><li>Food &amp; refreshments</li><li>Live music</li><li>Beer garden</li><li>Family activities</li><li>Kid Zone</li><li>Dog Zone</li><li>And more!</li></ul> <p>&#x1f4cd; Located at the Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels campus (right by end the end of the race)<br />      Festivities continue until 2 PM</p> <p> <br /><span style="font-size:14pt"><strong>Registration Details</strong></span><br />     Online registration open until the night before<br />     Day-of registration available on-site<br />     Register by September 9 to guarantee your event t-shirt (Later registrations will receive shirts after the event)<br />     Virtual Racing option available <br /> <br />Questions? donate&#64;gencare.org</p>