2027 Happy Girls Runs

Happy Girls Bend is a women-focused running event that carves out a welcoming space in Bend, Oregon's scenic Riverbend Park. With about 127 finishers in its most recent edition and runners hailing from 11 states, the race maintains an intimate, community-driven feel. Now in its 11th edition (first run in 2011), the event offers a half marathon alongside 10K, 5K, and kids' distances, emphasizing women's fitness goals over competitive pressure.

The course winds through the park's paths, with aid stations stocked by GU and a post-race spread that includes food and a vendor expo. The atmosphere is low-key and supportive, built around shared achievement rather than record-chasing. Finisher medals reward every participant, and the small field means less crowding and more personal attention. While not a PR magnet — the typical winning time is around 1:35 and fewer than 1% of runners return — it's a genuine, unpretentious race that celebrates participation and community.