# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Alaska Distance Classic
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am (-08:00)
- **Event Description**: Run or walk 5k, 10k, or Double-Up at the Alaska Distance Classic!

Double-Up finishers earn a special finisher medal. Join the fun August 1st and help us support Special Olympics Alaska! Root beer floats at the finish line for all!

The Alaska Distance Classic starts at Alaska Pacific University and winds through the beautiful woods that surround the University of Alaska and APU campuses. Doubling Up? You have 45 minutes to finish the 5K before toe’ing up to the 10K start line. 

In tradition with previous years, this event includes awareness and a fundraiser for Special Olympics Alaska. In 2024, this event raised $3,000. Thank YOU for helping us support this incredible community organization. We look forward to our continued partnership and highlighting the world-class athletes from SOA! All participants receive a commemorative event shirt and a root beer float at the finish. Wind down with local Motley Moo Creamery ice cream and Broken Tooth root beer while you celebrate with your friends!

The 5K starts 45 minutes before the 10K. If you plan on Doubling Up for both events, you have 45 minutes to finish the 5K and hit the 10K Start line. Take a lap through the beautiful woods that surround the University of Alaska and Alaska Pacific University campuses.

In tradition with previous years, this event includes awareness and a fundraiser for Special Olympics Alaska. In 2024, this event raised $3,000. Thank YOU for helping us support this incredible community organization. We look forward to partnering again and highlighting the world-class athletes from SOA!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/anchorage/2026-alaska-distance-classic/200029439629411
- **Event Categories**: workshops, nonprofit, marathons
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 172

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Anchorage
- **state**: AK
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Atwood Center
- **lat**: 61.190951779297
- **long**: -149.80395072614
- **full address**: Atwood Center, 4455 University Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508-4649, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: 2026 Alaska Distance Classic
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/c884aff0f8e662f16c80ecfb569459885d9d101e6c1aeae9d3cc42b9230ecaee-rimg-w1200-h800-dc131b15-gmir?v=1775914988

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Alaska Distance Classic being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Alaska Distance Classic takes place on Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am at Atwood Center, 4455 University Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508-4649, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Alaska Distance Classic?
  - **A:** 2026 Alaska Distance Classic is organized by Skinny Raven Sports.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Alaska Distance Classic is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Anchorage, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 170+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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