The Summer Solstice Run of 2026: June 22, 2026

Come celebrate the start of Summer at our annual solstice run at Golden Gardens. Bask in the long PNW summer daylight hours with a run around Discovery Park and a picnic afterwards! Friends, partners, and kids are welcome to join for the run or picnicking afterwards! 

June 22, 2026 (Monday)

Meet at Golden Gardens picnic shelters near the parking lot at 6:45 p.m.: 8498 Seaview Pl NW, Seattle, WA 98117. If weather is nice, please allow extra time for parking. We will meet at the picnic shelters.

We will head out by 7:00 pm for a social 5-10 mile run along the water, across the locks, through the scenic views of Discovery Park. There will be options to cut the run short, but the typical loop is about 7 miles. Runners will return to Golden Gardens by 8:30 pm for food and beverages hosted by CNW (burritos!) 

Often people jump in the water, so towels and warm clothes are encouraged so you can enjoy the sunset. 

If you can't make the run, please still join us for the food and social time! RSVP to secure your beachside burrito.

Feel free to bring side dishes to share. Individually packaged food items are even better!

Hope to see you there!

Claire Wendle + Madeline Westerhoff