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OTC Run/Walk Series stops in Eugene, Oregon, on September 10, 2026, with two short road formats: a 5K (3.1 miles) and a 1-mile run. Both are open to runners and walkers, and the Thursday date makes it a weekday evening-style outing rather than a weekend race.

Short series races like this are ideal for beginners and families, and equally useful for experienced runners who want a fast tune-up. The mile is a rare chance to test raw speed over a distance you can actually race hard, while the 5K works as a fitness check or a first-ever finish line. You do not need a long build: four to six weeks with one session of short, quick repeats per week is enough to run either distance well, and walkers can simply show up and enjoy it.