Events
Half Marathon
Event Description
Welcome to the first ever Children of the Sun Half Marathon, presented by CENTURY 21!
This is Spokane’s newest late-summer race experience, taking runners down one of the city’s most underrated paved trails. Whether you're chasing a PR, tackling your first half marathon, or just looking for a fun local race with a laid-back atmosphere, this event was built for you.
All three distances — Half Marathon, 12K, and 5K — take place entirely on the Children of the Sun Trail in Spokane, starting and ending at Wildhorse Park. Expect smooth pavement, rolling elevation changes, and a course that rewards smart pacing. It’s fast enough to race, challenging enough to stay interesting, and beginner-friendly from start to finish.
What to Expect:
- Fully paved trail course
- Aid stations with water and electrolytes
- Finisher medals
- Great race photos
- Local Spokane running community atmosphere
- Beginner-friendly environment
- Coffee, snacks, and post-race hangout area
Whether you’re running 13.1 miles or your first-ever 5K, we can’t wait to see you at the starting line!
Course Maps
Half Marathon
12K
5K
Packet Pickup
August 21st, 2026 from 4:00-7:00PM
CENTURY 21 Beutler & Associates
101 W North River Dr
Spokane, WA 99201
Event Schedule
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Why "Children of the Sun"?
The Children of the Sun Half Marathon is named after the trail that hosts our race. Today, it is owned and maintained by Washington State Department of Transportation, but that name carries a much deeper meaning.
“Children of the Sun” is a phrase connected to the Spokane Tribe, whose traditional stories describe their people as descendants of the sun. The name reflects a deep connection to this land and to the history of the Spokane region.
Runners will begin their journey at Wildhorse Park and head north along the trail. To the east lies miles of railroad tracks and rolling hills. To the west lies the Hillyard Historic Business District; A neighborhood shaped by railroads, industry, and generations of working-class Spokane families.
