Viking Fest Road Race
About the Event
The annual Viking Fest Road Race is returning to downtown Poulsbo — and this year, it’s about more than just crossing the finish line!
Hosted by Poulsbo Parks and Recreation, the Viking Fest Road Race serves as a community fundraiser supporting more than 1,200 local programs offered each year. Proceeds from the race directly fund free senior fitness classes, adaptive trikes for inclusive recreation, youth sports, arts and culture programming, community events like our Summer Concert Series and Spooktacular, and improvements to Poulsbo’s parks and trails.
This race is a celebration of community! Every registration is an investment in programs that keep Poulsbo active, inclusive, and connected.
Participants can choose from multiple race options including a 5-Mile or 1-Mile Run along Poulsbo’s scenic waterfront. For those unable to attend in person, a Virtual Viking Fest Road Race 5K (VVFRR 5K) option allows supporters to complete their miles anytime, anywhere — walking, running, biking, or swimming — while still contributing to the cause.
Every registration dollar stays local, strengthening recreational access for people of all ages and abilities.
The Viking Fest Road Race continues to be a beloved tradition during Viking Fest weekend, bringing families, athletes, and neighbors together in celebration of health, heritage, and community pride.
Registration is now open! For more information or to sign up, visit [link].
5 mile- $30 until 4/14, then $40 until registration ends
1 mile- $20 until 4/14, then $30 until registration ends
Virtual race (medal included)- $40 until 4/14, then $45 until registration ends
T-shirt- $15
Coming from out of town? Check out the full Viking Fest weekend details: http://vikingfest.org/.
Join fellow runners on May 1, 2026 for the Viking Fest Road Race. It's a fantastic 5K, 8K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Poulsbo.
Races Offered
Running
Virtual 5K
2026 Virtual Viking Fest Road Race 5K: Can’t make race day? You can still make an impact. The 2026 Virtual Viking Fest 5K lets you support your community on your own schedule, your own route, and your own way. Walk along the waterfront, jog through your neighborhood, bike through a local park, or take your miles wherever life takes you. Whether you choose to walk, bike, run, or swim, every mile directly supports Poulsbo Parks & Recreation and helps keep Poulsbo active, inclusive, and connected! You will have 2 weeks between May 1st and May 15th to complete 5 kilometres (3.1 miles), in any location and format you choose! To get started: 1. Register. You will receive a custom race bib to print out at home! All registrants will receive an exclusive VVFRR 5K medal!! Pick up your medal from the Rec Center anytime between May 18th and May 31st. 2. Invite friends to join you by sharing this invitation within and beyond the Poulsbo community! 3. Complete your race. Submit your results by email or online, with or without a time included. Take a picture with your bib and email it to parksrec@cityofpoulsbo.com with your name and where you finished your 5K. You can also share your journey on social media using the hashtag #VitrualVikingFestRoadRace2026 and tagging @PoulsboParksRec. 4. WIN! There are 2 opportunities to win a prize giveaway. Enter yourself in one or both! All participants who upload their results via the RunSignUp platform will be entered into a random drawing for a giveaway! All participants who submit a photo to parksrec@cityofpoulsbo.com of them with their bib including their name and location they completed their 5K will also be entered into a random drawing for giveaway! Register for $40 until April 14th, when the price will increase to $45 until registration closes and the race wraps up on May 15th — all proceeds benefit Poulsbo Parks & Recreation! Your registration fee stays right here in Poulsbo, helping fund free senior recreation programs, adaptive trikes for inclusive mobility, and community parks and recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities.
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About Poulsbo
Viking Fest Road Race takes place in Poulsbo, Washington, United States. The local timezone is America/Los_Angeles.
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