Upcoming events.
Thursday Evening Run
6pm
Saturday Coffee House Runs
8am May to September
9am October to April
Every Sunday at 8am
12-20 mile long run
CORK hosts several weekly runs throughout the year plus special events on a rotating basis. We love to see our running community and it’s always more fun running with a group. Plus, you’ll often find us mawing pastries or downing a cold beer after our group runs. Come hang out with us.
Below is a list of our runs but always check our calendar for the most up to date information. Our runs are open to EVERYONE! You don’t need to be a member to run with us. Come check us out!
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CORK Weekly Runs:
Thursday Evening Run - 6pm. Meet for a casual 3-5 mile run on road/trail. Join us at Lifty’s Bar and Grill from May to September and Crosscut Warming Hut from October to April.
Saturday Coffee House Runs - Meet for a morning run on road/trail. Join us at Thump Coffee in The Grove at 8:00am from May to September and at 9:00 am from October to April.
Sunday Long Run - Meet for a 12-20 mile long run! Join us every Sunday at 8am.
CORK Yearly Events:
Bigfoot 10k and Fall Foot Races - Our biggest event of the year is our annual Bigfoot 10k Race that happens every October. It’s the longest running foot race in Central Oregon and features a scenic, fast downhill course. Find more info here.
CORK New Years Day Run - Alway a fun event on the calendar. We get to ring in the new year with a run and fun get together on the first day of the new year. Stay tuned for location.
CORK Monthly Runs:
Dirt and Donuts - Second Sunday of May, June, July, Aug, Sept. Come on out and join us for donuts after a short trail run. See the events calendar below for times and locations.
Hot Chocolate Runs - When the weather turns cold, it’s time for a hot drink after your runs. Join us the second Sunday in Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, and March for coffee and hot chocolate and donuts after your run. We meet at the Commons Plaza downtown. See the events calendar below for times and locations.
Mom Squad - We meet on the third Sunday each month and welcome moms of all running levels. Connect, share, and run with us! Whether you're expecting or a seasoned mom, it's all about fitness and fun. See you at our next meetup!
Spotlight Races - Each month CORK will pick a local race to support that is fun, has good community, and helps support our local running clubs. CORK members get discounts and/or VIP treatment at our spotlight races. Discount codes are located on a password protected page on our website. Email CORK if you haven’t gotten your password!
Footzone Weekly Runs:
Tuesday Performance Group - 5:30pm email max at footzonebend dot com
Or check out one of the weekly FootZone runs at www.footzonebend.com/events
Other Running Area Running Clubs:
RORK - Redmond Oregon Running Klub
PORK - Prineville Oregon Running Klub
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FootZone Local and Regional Race Calendar
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Central Oregon Big Butte Challenge
Explore Central Oregon one epic butte at a time with a self-paced summer challenge featuring 9+ scenic hikes and the best local brews around.
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Saturday Coffee Run
Join us at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 8 AM for an easy run on road or trail.
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-saturday-run
Sunday Long Run
Join us every Sunday at 8am. We typically have a 12-13 mile course and a 16-20 mile course. All paces welcome.
Locations vary so join the conversation on our Google Group page
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Haulin Aspen
Haulin’ Aspen participants will enjoy spectacular single track and forest service roads beginning and ending at Wanoga Sno-Park at an elevation of 5500 feet. The course weaves through the rolling terrain of the Deschutes National Forest offering stunning views.
Saturday Coffee Run
Join us at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 8 AM for an easy run on road or trail.
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-saturday-run
Sunday Long Run
Join us every Sunday at 8am. We typically have a 12-13 mile course and a 16-20 mile course. All paces welcome.
Locations vary so join the conversation on our Google Group page
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Saturday Coffee Run
Join us at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 8 AM for an easy run on road or trail.
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-saturday-run
Sunday Long Run
Join us every Sunday at 8am. We typically have a 12-13 mile course and a 16-20 mile course. All paces welcome.
Locations vary so join the conversation on our Google Group page
CORK Youth Trail Day Camp
Middle school runners are invited to hit the trails with CORK and Max King Trail Running Camps! This one-week summer day camp will introduce athletes to trail running through fun runs, skill-building, games, mountain lake swims, and adventure on some of Central Oregon’s best trails. Click to learn more and register.
Head here for details and registration: CORK Youth Trail Day Camp
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Saturday Coffee Run
Join us at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 8 AM for an easy run on road or trail.
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-saturday-run
Sunday Long Run
Join us every Sunday at 8am. We typically have a 12-13 mile course and a 16-20 mile course. All paces welcome.
Locations vary so join the conversation on our Google Group page
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Saturday Coffee Run
Join us at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 8 AM for an easy run on road or trail.
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-saturday-run
Little Woody Beer Run
A scenic, untimed 5K route through Drake Park and downtown Bend, along the beautiful Deschutes River with four craft beer stops featuring local breweries along the race course.
Sunday Long Run
Join us every Sunday at 8am. We typically have a 12-13 mile course and a 16-20 mile course. All paces welcome.
Locations vary so join the conversation on our Google Group page
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Saturday Coffee Run
Join us at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 8 AM for an easy run on road or trail.
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-saturday-run
Sunday Long Run
Join us every Sunday at 8am. We typically have a 12-13 mile course and a 16-20 mile course. All paces welcome.
Locations vary so join the conversation on our Google Group page
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Saturday Coffee Run
Join us at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 8 AM for an easy run on road or trail.
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-saturday-run
Sunday Long Run
Join us every Sunday at 8am. We typically have a 12-13 mile course and a 16-20 mile course. All paces welcome.
Locations vary so join the conversation on our Google Group page
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.
Sunday Long Run
Join us every Sunday at 8am. We typically have a 12-13 mile course and a 16-20 mile course. All paces welcome.
Locations vary so join the conversation on our Google Group page
Hoodoo Challenge
The Hoodoo Challenge half marathon is back for its 10th year! The course follows scenic forested trails with amazing views from the top of Potato Hill. Runners will then walk back down the mountain for a hosted lunch and awards ceremony at the Hoodoo Lodge parking area.
There will also be a 5K race that will begin at the Hoodoo parking lot and end at the top of Hoodoo. This trail also offers scenic views and is a great option for runners and walkers that just want to have an amazing time outdoors.
Saturday Coffee Run
Join us at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 8 AM for an easy run on road or trail.
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-saturday-run
Oregon Cascades 100 Miler
Welcome to Oregon Cascades! These point-to-point courses will take you from Bend to Sisters - two of Oregon's premier running towns - where the trails (and beer) are the best anywhere!
Balloon Blast Kid's Race
Head down early for one of Central Oregon’s favorites: a kids-only obstacle race course. The Balloon Blast combines obstacles with a colorful course, perfect for kids ages 3-10. The exciting obstacles are appropriate for all types of children with a wide range of skill levels to tackle. We encourage parents and guardians to come and cheer their little athletes on as they enjoy being part of a supportive, healthy and motivational community event!
https://balloonsoverbend.com/night-glow/
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.
Sunday Long Run
Join us every Sunday at 8am. We typically have a 12-13 mile course and a 16-20 mile course. All paces welcome.
Locations vary so join the conversation on our Google Group page
Saturday Coffee Run
Join us at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 8 AM for an easy run on road or trail.
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-saturday-run
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Thursday Fun Runs Bend Trail Series Edition!
Awards Party – right after tonight’s race!
This is a SPOTLIGHT RACE! CORK members may get discounts and/or VIP treatment at our spotlight races. Discount codes are located on a password protected page on our website. Email CORK if you haven’t gotten your password!
Come join for the vibes and community in this fun local race series! This will take the place of our normal Thursday Night Run
Maps are posted for each route the Monday before each race on this site’s Route page and on the Facebook page.
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.
Sunday Long Run
Join us every Sunday at 8am. We typically have a 12-13 mile course and a 16-20 mile course. All paces welcome.
Locations vary so join the conversation on our Google Group page
Saturday Coffee Run
Join us at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 8 AM for an easy run on road or trail.
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-saturday-run
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.
High Cascades Youth Camp
Imagine experiencing trail running with two of the best trail runners in the world, Joe McConaughy and Max King. Explore lush forests, alpine meadows, and challenging terrain with supportive guides and new friends while learning about trail techniques, endurance, and safety. Join us for an epic journey in the heart of the Pacific Northwest!
Sunday Long Run
Join us every Sunday at 8am. We typically have a 12-13 mile course and a 16-20 mile course. All paces welcome.
Locations vary so join the conversation on our Google Group page
Saturday Coffee Run
Join us at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 8 AM for an easy run on road or trail.
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-saturday-run
Red, White and Blue 3 miler
Start your 4th of July with a fun family friendly untimed walk or run through beautiful Sisters, your well earned pancake breakfast will be waiting for you when you finish! (INCLUDED IN YOUR REGISTRATION)
Todd Beamer Memorial Run
The Todd Beamer Memorial Run commemorates a young man who lived his short life with a view of helping others. Popular among runners throughout Central Oregon, the race will mark its 30th year on July 4th, 2026. Racers can choose to run the 10k, 5k, or 2mi routes, which all follow the same course, or walk the 5k route.
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.
Sunday Long Run
Join us every Sunday at 8am. We typically have a 12-13 mile course and a 16-20 mile course. All paces welcome.
Locations vary so join the conversation on our Google Group page
Saturday Coffee Run
Join us at Thump Coffee at The Grove at 8 AM for an easy run on road or trail.
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-saturday-run
Wy’east Wonder
The original east-of-Wy’east race, this 50-miler and 50K is possibly the most scenic yet. You will want to return to these ridgeline trails again and again. And NEW in 2026 – a 50K Relay!
Cascade Lakes Relay
The Cascade Lakes Relay offers something for everyone with 3 events: CLR 36, CLR 24 and the Walk Relay.
Thursday Fun Runs
Meet at Lifty’s Bar and Grill for an evening social run at 6pm every Thursday! 🍻🍔
Join the conversation in our Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/cork-thursday-run
Tuesday Performance Group
Boost your speed, fitness, and efficiency with Footzone. ALL abilities are welcome at this interval-based workout. Come join the fun!
Locations vary. For more info, and to get on the weekly mailing list, email max@footzonebend.com.