Race to Space - McMinnville

McMinnville, United States • 9 May 2026

Event details

Race to Space is set for May 9, 2026, at Linfield University’s Wellness Trail in McMinnville, OR. The event offers multiple timed options and a relay:

  • 12-hour Abduction Adventure
  • 8-hour Journey to Pluto
  • 6-hour Solar Shuffle
  • 3-hour Mission to Mars
  • 1-hour Moon Shot
  • 4-loop relay Space Sprint (teams of 2-4)
  • Bingo 10 (max 10 laps or 3 hours)
  • Bingo 20 (max 20 laps or 8 hours)
  • Bingo 30 (max 30 laps or 12 hours)

The Bingo Run uses a lap-draw system: runners draw a number each lap and finish when they match the numbers on their bib. Profits from the event go to charity.

Course and logistics

Base Camp and the start/finish are at 57 SW Keck Drive, McMinnville, on an approximately 1.5-mile loop trail. The course is mostly dirt and bark dust with a few tree roots; road shoes are recommended in dry conditions and trail shoes may be better if wet. The aid station will supply water, an electrolyte drink, and snacks; runners are encouraged to bring personal food and reusable cups.

Packet pickup and parking are close to the start/finish; participants are asked to arrive early to collect bibs. There are no refunds or transfers. The event is organized as a class project by Linfield University students. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

12 hr
Bingo 30 (maximum of 30 Laps or 12 Hours, Minimum of 3 Laps)
12 hr
Abduction Adventure - 12 Hour Race
8 hr
Journey to Pluto- 8 Hour Race
8 hr
Bingo 20 (maximum of 20 Laps or 8 Hours, Minimum of 3 Laps)
6 hr
Solar Shuffle- 6 Hour Race
3 hr
Mission to Mars- 3 Hour Race
3 hr
Bingo 10 (maximum of 10 Laps or 3 Hours, Minimum of 3 Laps)
1 hr
Moon Shot- 1 Hour Race
Space Sprint - 4 Loop Relay (2-4 per Team)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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