Race Day
Start and Finish
All events start and finish in Vassault Park, at the intersection of North Vassault and North 37th Streets in Tacoma.
Directions to Vassault Park
From I-5 take Highway 16 West to Exit 3. Follow the signs to Ruston to get to North 37th and Pearl Streets.
12K Wave Start
To create a smoother and safer start for participants in the 12K run, the field will be started in three separate groups, or waves, at five-minute intervals. Your starting wave will be determined by your estimated per-mile pace:
7:30 or faster - Green Wave
7:31 to 8:30 - Yellow Wave
8:31 or slower - Red Wave
Express Bus Service
Pierce Transit WILL NOT be able to provide service from the TCC Transit Center to the race. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Please carpool!
Parking
Support the Wilson Ram's Girls Basketball team by parking at Truman Middle School (5801 N. 35th, Tacoma, just across Pearl Street near Vassault Playfield) $5.00. All proceeds benefit the Lady Rams spring/summer basketball program.
Clothes Check
Free clothes check will be offered at the Vassault Park tennis courts the day of the event for participants with an official bib number. Please allow time for check-in process prior to the start of your event.
Weather
Race day starting time temperatures in recent years have been in the 60s (F) and have ranged from a high in the 80s to a low in the 50s. Prepare for a variety of weather conditions, and use the free clothes check to store extra clothing during the race.
Strollers, Baby Joggers and Pets
Due to safety and insurance concerns,wheeled devices, such as strollers, in-line skates or bicycles will not be permitted in the 12k run. Strollers and baby joggers are welcome on the 5k course and the 12k walk, or the 2k Junior Shuffle course. For those walking the 12k, participants exceeding one hour for the first three miles will be required to use a shortcut...shortening the distance to five miles. Pets are not allowed on any of the event courses.
Food, Drink, and More
Complimentary fruit and drink will be available to registered participants after they finish, and a number of vendors will offer samples, products, and services for the entire family.
Medical Information
At the finish line, there will be a Sports Medicine tent. Look for the MultiCare Orthopedics & Sports Medicine sign.
Race Day Photos
Race day images will be available for online viewing and purchasing through 
Please provide your email address on your entry form for image delivery.
Day of Event Schedule
6:30 am. .......... START of Military Race
7:00 am. .......... Late Registration & Number Pick-up
8:00 am. .......... START of 2K Jr. Shuffle
8:15 am.............START of Youth/Teen 5K Run
8:30 am. .......... START of 5K Run
8:40 am. .......... START of 12K Wheelchair Race
8:45 am. .......... START of 12K Green Wave
8:50 am. .......... START of 12K Yellow Wave
8:55 am. .......... START of 12K Red Wave
9:00 am. .......... START of 12K and 5K White Wave (Walkers)
10:15 am. ........ Awards Ceremony
10:45 am. ........ START of Diaper Dash