Community Energy Run 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Lake Stevens, Washington
- Entry fee
- From $45 · goes up to $50 on Oct 3, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Energy Run | 5K | Oct 3, 20269:00 AM | $45$50 after Oct 3, 2026 | – |
| Virtual Community Energy Run (join from anywhere)Virtual | 5K | Oct 3, 20269:00 AM | $45$50 after Oct 3, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $50 on Oct 3, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $45 until Oct 3, then $50 until Oct 3.
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $45, entry is about 29 percent above a typical 5K in Washington, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Washington runs 36:53, about 11:52 a mile, based on 223 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:40 and men in 33:07.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:08 AM, and the Community Energy Run starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 330 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
3301 Old Hartford Road, Lake Stevens, WA 98258
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 49°F at dawn to 63°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 31% of days. Cold snaps dip to 43°F and hot years reach 74°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 3301 Old Hartford Road, Lake Stevens, WA 98258Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 330 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt - Unisex Sizing
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Community Energy Run?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $45 before processing fees, and rises to $50 on Oct 3, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Washington?
- At $45, entry is about 29 percent above a typical 5K in Washington, which costs $35 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 3301 Old Hartford Road, Lake Stevens, WA 98258.
From the organizers
The Community Energy Run is a 5K event benefiting the Community Energy Fund (CEF), which provides assistance to Snohomish County and Camano Island families struggling to pay their utility bills. Whether you run, walk, or simply stop by, there’s something for everyone:
Meet our sponsors and learn how they support the community
Enjoy live demos from the Snohomish PUD Water Utility
Connect with neighbors and take strides toward helping those in need—right here at home
Your participation helps keep families warm, safe, and supported
Virtual race option available, participate from anywhere