Races
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COCC hosts several popular running race events each year that draw participants from surrounding areas to campus, and have had a strong tradition in the Bend community for over 25 years. They can be competitive or recreational, depending on your interest level.
Turkey Trot & Toddler Trot - 10:00am November 4, 2023 at COCC Mazama Gym on Bend Campus
9:30am Registration. 10:00am Toddler Trot. 10:30am 5K.
The 2nd Annual Toddler Trot is FREE and will involve two races: 3 years old and younger,
and 5 years old and younger. Register day-of on-site.
The 24th Annual Turkey Trot 5k Run/Walk occurs around COCC's Bend Campus along the sidewalks, and includes a free T-shirt, lunch & prizes.
FREE FOR ALL COCC STUDENTS. Cost for community members is $15 (plus online processing fees), or $20 cash or check in person during race day registration. We encourage participants to register online in advance.
All proceeds go to the COCC Foundation for student scholarships and fiscal support for college programs.
Jungle Run - 5:30pm May 9, 2024 at COCC Mazama Gym on Bend Campus
The 27th Annual COCC Jungle Run/Walk offers participants either a 4-mile trail run/walk
or a 2-mile trail run, and includes a free T-shirt, prizes and dinner provided. The race course is fun, challenging, and includes single track trails, mud bogs,
several steep ascents and descents, and other obstacles. Keep your eye out for fake
snakes along the course and win a prize if you pick one up - don't pick up any real
snakes. There will be food and a prize drawing following the race, as we love giving
prizes!
FREE FOR ALL COCC STUDENTS. Cost for community members is $15 (plus online processing fees), or $20 cash or check in person during race day registration. We encourage participants to register online in advance.
Storm the Stairs - 5:30pm May 16, 2024 at COCC Mazama Gym on Bend Campus
The 27th Annual COCC Storm the Stairs run is a 2-mile 465-stair run that takes participants
all over COCC's hillside campus in Bend, including through buildings. The event is
both fun and challenging for all skill levels, and a great way to enjoy COCC's amazing
campus views. The race includes a free T-shirt, prizes and dinner provided!
FREE FOR ALL COCC STUDENTS. Cost for community members is $15 (plus online processing fees), or $20 cash or check in person during race day registration. We encourage participants to register online in advance.
Beat Beethoven 5k - This race will be suspended until October, 2024!
COCC Sports helps to set-up for the Central Oregon Symphony Orchestra's Beat Beethoven
5k Fun Run/Walk, starting at 10:00am on the COCC track. The 1 Mile run/walk race will start a few minutes after the 5k has begun.