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Gresham Lilac Run

Fun run and walk

Presented by Unitus Community Credit Union.

Saturday, April 18, 2026

Main City Park

We’re celebrating year eight of the Gresham Lilac Run. The 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, and Little Lilac Run events are now open for registration.

Register for the race

 

Gresham Lilac Run logo

Beneficiary 

Thanks to the generosity of our race sponsors, the 2026 Gresham Lilac Run supports multiple partners serving the Gresham community. The 2026 Lilac Run Beneficiaries are:

Sponsors

This event is made possible by the generosity of our sponsors and support of local partners. Contact LilacRun@greshamoregon.gov if you’re interested in sponsoring this event.

Presenting Sponsor

Unitus Community Credit Union

Free Little Lilac Run 

A free lil’ dash down the Springwater Trail for kids 12 and younger. Each Little Lilac runner will receive a race bib and finisher medal. Register for the race!  

Contact

Interested in sponsorship and helping this community thrive through health and overall wellness? Contact LilacRun@GreshamOregon.gov to learn more.

  • Two women stretch underneath blossoming cherry trees ahead of the Gresham Lilac Run at Main City Park.
  • All ages take off from the starting line at the annual Gresham Lilac Run.
  • A crowd is in good spirits and smiling while walking and jogging in the Gresham Lilac Run on the Springwater Trail.
  • Women smile and wave while jogging along the Springwater Trail for the Gresham Lilac Run.
  • Two young boys stand on the Springwater Trail holding signs to support their mothers at the Gresham Lilac Run.
  • Runners move along a green, forested trail during the Gresham Lilac Run.
  • Two seniors wave their hands in excitement as they near the finish line at the Gresham Lilac Run.
  • People celebrate getting their Gresham Lilac Run medals at the finish line.
  • A family and baby in a stroller smile at the Gresham Lilac Run meeting zone.
  • A line of children eagerly await the start of the Little Lilac Run to start.
  • A popular spot is the pancake booth after the Gresham Lilac Run.
  • Two men smile and enjoy a post-race celebration beer at the Gresham Lilac Run.

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