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Description
The wait is finally over! The Kaiser Permanente Seafair Torchlight Run is making a celebratory return on Saturday, July 26, 2025. For the first time since 2022, this fan favorite will once again fill the streets of Seattle as thousands of participants lace up their sneakers and race ahead of the iconic Alaska Airlines Seafair Torchlight Parade. The race will kick off at 6:00 PM, setting the stage for an unforgettable evening of family fun and entertainment.
This year, Seafair is taking both the Torchlight Run and Parade back to the night—and what better way to celebrate than with a Neon-Themed 5K? Whether you’re rocking glowing shoelaces, bright body paint, or a full LED costume, we want to see your shine. Got a team color? Show it off! This is your moment to sparkle, glow, and most importantly—have fun.
Set against the stunning backdrop of the newly revitalized Seattle Waterfront, the all-new race route offers runners a unique chance to experience downtown like never before. Open to runners of all experience levels, the Torchlight Run is perfect for seasoned athletes, casual joggers, first-timers, and families looking to enjoy the summer spirit of Seafair.
Once you cross the finish line, the celebration doesn't stop. Stick around for the Alaska Airlines Seafair Torchlight Parade, beginning at 7:30 PM, and enjoy live entertainment, music, and vibrant Seattle energy as the city comes together in celebration.
EVENT SPONSOR
Seafair is proud to partner with Kaiser Permanente for the 2025 Kaiser Permanente Seafair Torchlight Run. For more information on Kaiser Permanente, visit their website at https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/washington/front-door
Place
Seattle, WA US 98101
TORCHLIGHT RUN SWAG!
All participants of the Kaiser Permanente Seafair Torchlight Run will receive the following runner gifts:
- Participant Shirt
- Commemorative Finisher's Medal
- Custom Race Bib & Timing Chip
Images of the Torchlight Run SWAG will be available soon!
REGISTRATION INCREASE DATES:
In-Person Reg Prices:
$25 April 14 - April 17 (This will be a 76 hour sale OR the first 760 entries, celebrating our 76th festival)
$30 through May 30
$35 through July 4
$40 through July 25
$45 July 26 (race day)
THE COURSE
The Kaiser Permanente Seafair Torchlight Run will start and finish at Seattle's New Waterfront in 2025!
Torchlight Night is back! This year, once again, the Torchlight Run will kick off the night's festivities at 6:00pm and run along Seattle's NEW Waterfront! Following the parade route, run participants can expect a flat, scenic, high energy run as you pass by parade goers cheering you on, passing out high fives and keeping the energy high!
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION
FRIDAY PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP
Friday, July 25 from 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: TBD
Join us Friday, July 25 at (Location TBD) where participants can collect all their race materials including their bib/timing chip, participant shirt and medal.
DAY OF RACE PACKET PICKUP & REGISTRATION
Race day packet pickup will begin at 4:00pm at the event start line and continue until the start of the race at 6:00pm. Avoid long lines, collect packets on Friday.
VOLUNTEER
Volunteers are needed to support the Seafair Torchlight Run and race participants. Areas volunteers will support the race are:
Friday Packet Pickup
Day-Of Packet Pickup
Gear Check
Post Run Swag Distribution
Volunteers will work together to manage all the different participant areas.
Timeframes vary
Friday - 2:00pm - 7:00pm (will provide a free entry in exchange for volunteers)
Saturday - 4:00pm - 7:30pm (for all areas including pre-race packet pickup, gear check, post run swag distribution)
REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER HERE
FAQs
SATURDAY, JULY 26 - LIVE EVENT FAQs
WHERE IS THE EVENT LOCATED? Seattle Waterfront
WHEN IS THE LIVE EVENT? Saturday, July 26, 2025
WHAT TIME IS THE EVENT? 6:00pm race start
WHEN IS PACKET PICKUP? Pre-Race packet pickup will be Friday, July 25 from 2:00pm - 7:00pm at Location TBD and on race day starting at 4:00pm at the event start line
DO YOU HAVE GEAR CHECK? Yes, we will provide gear check near the start line
WHERE IS PARKING? Parking for the event will be located throughout Downtown Seattle streets. We suggest the lower Queen Anne neighborhood (use the Thomas Street Pedestrian overpass) or throughout the waterfront neighborhood. Please be sure to read street signs and follow all parking guidance. There are also plenty of parking garages to utilize
WHAT'S THE COURSE? The 5K Course will be a loop course along the Seattle Waterfront
WILL WATER STATIONS BE AVAILABLE? Yes, there will be 1 on course water station
ARE STROLLERS OR PUPS ALLOWED? Sure, all we ask is that you stay to the edge of the course and running paths to allow others to pass. If with a pup, please make sure they are to the outside of the course at all times.
ONCE REGISTERED, CAN I RECEIVE A REFUND? No refunds will be given. We will allow any participant unable to attend to defer their entry to 2026. Email us if this is needed.
ABOUT SEAFAIR
Since 1950, nothing has been more synonymous with summer in Seattle than Seafair. Before the Seahawks and Mariners called Seattle home, before the 1962 World’s Fair that gave us the iconic Space Needle, Seattle celebrated Seafair. Today, the non-profit Seafair has grown into a multi-week festival with events across the Puget Sound touching more than two million people. Times may have changed since its inception, but the core values of Seafair remains dedicated to being a volunteer and community - driven festival and a catalyst for creating events and experiences that celebrate the best parts of living here.
Seafair’s Signature Events include:
Seafair Kickoff Celebration presented by Bank of America
Seafair Pirates Landing
Seafair 4th of July brought to you by Amazon
Seafair Triathlon & Kids Tri
Alaska Airlines Seafair Torchlight Parade
Kaiser Permanente Seafair Torchlight Run
Seattle Fleet Week & Boeing Maritime Celebration
Seafair Weekend Festival featuring the Boeing Seafair Air Show and Apollo Mechanical Cup Races
In addition to Seafair’s signature events, Seafair supports dozens of local community events throughout the region.
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://www.seafair.org/torchlight-run/.
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