STRIDE 5K/10K Run/Walk Events

Participate in one or all of the STRIDE run/walk events, taking place in some of Salem’s most loved parks. These events are open to all ages and abilities.

Strollers and dogs on a leash are welcome.

Bibs are available on event day.

Events in Bush’s Pasture Park utilize soft and hard trails. Events in Riverfront and Minto-Brown Island parks take place on hard trails.

2026 Run/Walks

Starting Times and Fees

5K Events
Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
Price: $10.00 / person / event

10K Events
Start Time: 8:45 a.m.
Price: $17.00 / person / event

Dates and Locations

May 9 - 5K
Bush’s Pasture Park
Bib pick up location - Near Phillips' Field (softball field)

June 13 - 5K / 10K
Riverfront and Minto-Brown Parks
Bib pick up location - Riverfront Pavilion

July 18 - 5K / 10K
Minto-Brown Island Park
Bib pick up location - Minto-Brown Picnic Shelter near Parking Lot #3 

August 15 - 5K
Bush’s Pasture Park
Bib pick up location - Near Phillips' Field (softball field)

September 2 - 5K / 10K
Minto-Brown Island Parks
Bib pick up location - Minto-Brown Picnic Shelter near Parking Lot #3

Holiday Fun Runs/Walks

Celebrate the Holiday Season with a Fun Run/Walk. Dressing up is always encouraged!

Strollers and dogs on a leash are welcome.

Bibs are available on the day of the event at Riverfront Rotary Pavilion.

Frightfully Fun 1K / 3K / 5K

Put your costumes to the test!

October 24, 2026

Riverfront Park

• 4:00 p.m.

Cost: 1K / 3K / $6 per person, 5K / $10 per person

Optional: Commemorative t-shirts are available for an additional cost.

Turkey Trot 3K, 5K, 10K

Join us for a quick jaunt before the Thanksgiving festivities begin!

November 21, 2026

• 10K - 9:30 a.m.
• 5K - 10:00 a.m.
• 3K - 10:30 a.m.

Cost: 3K / $6 per person, 5K / $10 per person, 10K / $17 per person

Optional: Commemorative t-shirts are available for an additional cost.

Jingle Bell

December 6, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Start