Race to Space - McMinnville

Race to Space - McMinnville

Race to Space on May 9, 2026 is a timed, loop-course running event held on Linfield University’s Wellness Trail at 57 SW Keck Drive, McMinnville, OR. The event offers multiple individual timed options, a team relay, and a set of Bingo Run formats that combine lap running with a number-draw game. Profits from the event are donated to charity.

Available options include:

• Abduction Adventure - 12 hour timed race
• Journey to Pluto - 8 hour timed race
• Solar Shuffle - 6 hour timed race
• Mission to Mars - 3 hour timed race
• Moon Shot - 1 hour timed race
• Space Sprint - four loop relay, teams of two to four
• Bingo 10 - up to 10 laps or 3 hours, minimum 3 laps
• Bingo 20 - up to 20 laps or 8 hours, minimum 3 laps
• Bingo 30 - up to 30 laps or 12 hours, minimum 3 laps

The course is an approximately 1.5 mile loop, mostly dirt and bark dust with a few tree roots. The start/finish and main aid station are near SE Lever Street on Wildcat Circle, with parking close to packet pickup. The aid station supplies water, an electrolyte drink, and a variety of snacks; runners are encouraged to bring personal food and reusable cups. Participants receive a pair of running socks and top finishers earn awards; shirts depend on entry numbers. No refunds or transfers will be issued. The event is organized as a class project by Linfield University students in an Economics of Running course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.