Daffodil 8k

Puyallup, United States • 29 Mar 2026

Official Run of the Daffodil Festival

The Daffodil 8K is a noncompetitive running event held in Puyallup, Washington. This event serves as the official run of the local Daffodil Festival and is currently in its sixth year. The course is noted for being flat and is designed to be family friendly.

The start and finish lines are located at Van Lierop Park. From this location, the route crosses over to the Foothills Trail. Participants can learn about the history of the Daffodil Festival during the event. The race is chip timed for those who wish to track their personal performance.

Specific participant items include:

  • 8 km distance

The first 100 individuals to register for the event receive commemorative medals. Additionally, the first 60 registrants receive a commemorative shirt. After the initial 60 registrations, event shirts may be purchased for a fee, though sizes and quantities are limited.

Packet pickup occurs a few days prior to the event on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at a location to be confirmed. Registration for the event remains open until March 24, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

8 km
Daffodil 8k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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