Pigtails Run - The "flat" run
Welcome to the Pigtails Run! This event is for anyone who wants to get out and run. It is a low-cost/low-key event with low support, meaning don't expect water stops or porta-potties every two miles, and don't expect a race shirt or a beer at the finish. Expect a great time with great volunteers and other runners.
IMPORTANT EVENT CLARIFICATION
Unfortunately, the 20th Pigtails Run had to be postponed due to major, historic, catastrophic flooding. There will now be two Pigtails Run events in Maple Valley in 2026. To ensure you are registering for the correct event, please read carefully:
THIS IS FOR THE DECEMBER 2026 EVENT.
PIGTAILS RUN VS. PIGTAILS CHALLENGE
This event should not be confused with the Pigtails Challenge. Both races were started by the amazing Van Phan, and after 10 years she passed the torch. The two races are now managed by different RDs, but both still maintain the grassroots, family-of-runners atmosphere that was intended. Both have great community support.
WHAT KIND OF EVENT IS THIS?
We want to support anyone who wants to get out and run. That said, this may not be the best choice for a first race. On the other hand, it could be a great choice if you understand what to expect and you are not expecting a large, fully supported event (with water stops and porta-potties everywhere).
PLEASE READ BEFORE RACE DAY
Please read the website linked above. Reach out with questions now rather than later. We want your race day to be great. Help us make it great by reviewing the start line logistics, parking locations, and start times on the website at a minimum. Thanks, and we look forward to seeing you in December.
Pigtails Start Times
- Marathon - Early Start: 6:30 AM
- 50K Early Start: 6:30 AM
- Marathon: 7:30 AM
- 50K: 7:30 AM
- 1/2 Marathon: 8:30 AM
