About the Event
Join us for the 5th annual OdySea Aquari-RUN: An Ink-Credible Dash for Conservation! The OdySea Aquari-RUN – 'An Ink-Credible Dash for Conservation’, is an octopus themed 5k and kids race fundraiser to support the OdySea Aquarium Foundation. As the non-profit partner at OdySea Aquarium, the OdySea Aquarium Foundation seeks to educate, engage, enrich and inspire all ages to conserve and protect our planet by supporting local education programs and conservation work!
This year’s race is all about celebrating the octopuses and their ‘ink-credible’ adaptability and curiosity! Runners are encouraged to wear their best octopus themed running attire to this family friendly event!
We hope to ‘sea’ you there!
Event Details and Schedule
Mail-in and Virtual Run Registration
To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing. Mail-in registrations will be accepted until April 13, 2026.
Can't make it to this year's event but still want to participate? This year will feature an OdySea Aquari-Run Virtual. A virtual race is a race that can be ran at any location. You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can run your race at your pace wherever you like. All virtual race participants will receive a custom event finisher's medal and custom event shirt (if selected). Please note that your shirt and medal will be mailed out following the event on April 19, 2026. Prior to the event all virtual participants will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your time.
Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at [email protected]
What You Get!
- Custom Event Finisher's Medal
- Custom Event Dri-Fit Shirt.
- Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups for the 5K only (race day participants only). Our age groups are the following: 8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & Over
- Costume Contest for a chance to win OdySea Aquarium tickets or animal artwork.
- Show your 2026 finisher's medal at the OdySea Aquarium ticket booth for $5 off admission to OdySea Aquarium on the day of the event.
- Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)
- Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)
- Event Managed by StartLine Racing! Club SLR discounts do not apply.
Please note any race related items (shirts, medal, etc.) will NOT be mailed to those that do not attend the event.
Race Day Information
Race day registration will be available beginning at 6:30am at Arizona Boardwalk.
We accept cash, and credit cards on race day.
Race day pricing:
- 5K Adults - $50
- 5K Kids - $40
- Kiddie Kraken Dash - $25
This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds or transfers due to weather.
We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons.
No roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.
Leashed pet friendly
The Kiddie Kraken Dash is an untimed, race for our youngest participants. All participants receive a finisher's medal and a shirt. Parents who only want to accompany their children on the course do not need to register.
Course Map
5K Course Map
Packet Pickup Opportunities
You will have two opportunities to pick-up your race packet (bib, chip, event swag, etc):
- Saturday, April 18th from 2:00 - 5:00pm at Arizona Boardwalk - near OdySea Aquarium ticket office (map)
- Arizona Boardwalk is located at 9500 E Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
- Sunday, April 19th starting at 6:30am at Arizona Boardwalk (event site)
Event schedule
- Sat, April 18, 2026 2:00 PM - Packet Pick-Up at Arizona Boardwalk from 2-5pm
- Sun, April 19, 2026 6:30 AM - Race day packet pickup and registration opens
- Sun, April 19, 2026 7:30 AM - 5K Start Begins
- Sun, April 19, 2026 7:35 AM - Race day packet pickup Closes
- Sun, April 19, 2026 7:40 AM - Kiddie Kracken Dash Begins
- Sun, April 19, 2026 8:30 AM - Awards Ceremony (approx.)
