Sun City Barry James Memorial 5K and Half Marathon
Yakima's Barry James Memorial offers a scenic half marathon through orchards with rolling hills.
Race Date
Oct 11, 2026
Location
Yakima, WA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Location
- Yakima, Washington
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Sun City Barry James Memorial Half Marathon, hosted by the Hard Core Running Club of Central Washington, takes place annually on the second Sunday of October. This race is a favorite among participants, winding through picturesque orchards with a course that features rolling hills, offering a scenic challenge.
Aid stations are strategically placed at miles 3.5, 7, and 10, ensuring runners are supported throughout the 13.1-mile journey. The event, which also includes a 5K, starts and finishes at Volution Fitness, this year located on University Parkway in Terrace Heights, just east of Yakima. The race is known for its community feel and affordability, with early bird registration offering the best rates.
Race-provided description
The Sun City Barry James Memorial 5K and Half Marathon are put on every year by the Hard Core Running Club of Central Washington. They take place on the second Sunday of October at Volution Fitness, this year at a new location on University Parkway in Terrace Heights, Washington, just east of Yakima. The 5K and half marathon both start and end at Volution. There will be aid stations at miles 3.5, 7, and 10. The half marathon is a favorite race of many participants with rolling hills alongside orchards. Race fee is $15 for Hard Core Runner Members, $20 for non-members, and youth under age 12 are free. Costs go up to $22 on October 1st. Day of race entries will be $25.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
Shirts
Start Location
NEW LOCATION: 650 University Parkway, Yakima, WA, 98901
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Rural
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
5 timing sources · 8 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 69°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
44°
Afternoon (High)
69°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
7 mph
Wind
55%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Sun City Barry James Memorial 5K and Half Marathon?
The Sun City Barry James Memorial 5K and Half Marathon is held on Sunday, October 11, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Sun City Barry James Memorial 5K and Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Yakima, Washington.
What distances does the Sun City Barry James Memorial 5K and Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Sun City Barry James Memorial 5K and Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Sun City Barry James Memorial 5K and Half Marathon is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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