Great Salmon Run
Registration for the 2026
4th Annual Great Salmon Run 5K is now open!
Saturday, August 1st, 2026
10am at the Bubble Waffle Stand
Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds
Bib & T-Shirt Pickup
📍 Salmonfest Front Gate
• Friday, July 31 | 4:00–9:00 PM
• Saturday, August 1 | 8:00–9:30 AM
There will be prizes for the Best Costumes!
Awards will be presented to male and female participants in the following age groups:
• 0–17
• 18-29
• 30-39
• 40-49
• 45-49
• 60+
Sponsorships help make this event happen!
This race was created to help support our mission. Now we have a healthy, fun community event to help raise funds for Thrive Ninilchik so we can continue funding opportunities that enrich the lives of our local youth.
All sponsors will be recognized on the Thrive Ninilchik website and social media channels. Platinum, Gold, and Silver Sponsors will also be featured on the official event T-shirt, with Platinum Sponsors receiving the most prominent placement, followed by Gold and Silver Sponsors. These sponsors will also be recognized through race promotional materials and race-day announcements. Platinum Sponsors will receive premier recognition through select Salmonfest and Great Salmon Run promotions.
To guarantee placement on the event T-shirt, sponsorships must be received by July 8, 2026.