Events
Description
Sign Up Now for the 4th annual Fly Away 5K, a family-friendly community event beginning at Log Boom Park in Kenmore, with a marked course along the Burke-Gilman Trail!
*** Kids 4 years old and under are FREE! ***
2023 Event Format*
IN-PERSON Event at Log Boom Park in Kenmore with a Marked Course along the Beautiful Burke-Gilman Trail
Sunday, September 10, 2023
Log Boom Park / Burke-Gilman Trail (17415 61st Ave NE, Kenmore)
Timed/Marked Course Out and Back from Log Boom, heading west towards Lake Forest Park
9:00am - 12:00pm
9:00 AM | Packet Pickup Begins
10:00 AM | 5K Run/Walk Begins
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Finisher Awards and Community Celebration
Prefer to Walk/Run a Virtual Race?
To maximize flexibility, we are offering a virtual race again this year. You can complete your race anywhere you are - on any trail, path, track or treadmill - September 4-10! Race time submissions must be complete by September 10.
See Route Recommendations below.
*Event format subject to change should community health recommendations change. Thank you for understanding.
Event Details
T-Shirts, Medals & Swag Bag
5K participants will receive an event TSHIRT**, MEDAL*** & SWAG
Be sure to register early!
- **TSHIRT included for participants who register by August 27
- ***MEDALS will be given only to those registrants who participate in the race.
See 2023 design sneak peek below!
Pets are Welcome!
Pets must be kept on a short leash or in a pet stroller/wagon, etc. at all times. Owners must clean up after their pets.
Registration Fees
Early Bird Registration*: Only $35 (ends Aug 15, 2023)
Regular Registration: $40 (August 16, 2023 – September 10, 2023)
Children 15 & under: $15
Chidren 4 & under: Free!
All Registrants get a Finishers Medal!
Check Out the Sneak Peek of the Medal / T-Shirt Design!
(Final design/color may vary)
*Registrations by August 27, 2023 get a free event t-shirt!
About Log Boom Park
The newly redesigned and updated Log Boom Park in Kenmore, WA is situated on the beautiful north shores of Lake Washington with the famous Burke-Gilman Trail running through it! Participants will start and finish at Log Boom Park and travel along the Burke-Gilman Trail.
Before/after the event, enjoy new amenities such as a sandy beach, picnic shelter, hand-powered watercraft launch (rentals by WhatsSup Stand-Up Paddle & Surf), ADA concrete path promenade, seating and beautiful public artwork. Other amenities include an open play area, picnic tables, playground, wetlands and more!
Check out this great video of Log Boom Park by Best Side Cycling for a sneak peek!
Why You Should Support the Fly Away 5K
It's fun! And event proceeds will help support the Bothell Kenmore Chamber's many community programs. For over 18 years our Chamber has been actively involved in local economic prosperity, supporting and promoting local businesses, and developing an active and vibrant community where we all love to live, learn, work and play!
Virtual 5K Route Recommendations
Saint Edward State Park Map / Info
City of Kenmore Parks
Escape outdoors to explore Kenmore's city, county, and state parks and trails. Details
City of Bothell Parks
Learn a little about each park, look at pictures, and see where they are on a map. Take a tour / Additional details.
Additional Local Attractions Things To See & Do / Outdoors & Play
5 Kid-Friendly Hikes With Wider Trails for Seattle-Area Families Parent Map
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Awards
Following the race, we will be acknowledging our top 3 male and female runners in each of the following age brackets:
- Age 0-12
- Age 13-17
- Age 18-59
- Age 60+
Race Participant Survey
Please complete the following survey to help us better understand your race experience.
