Yo Saturnalia! A Festive 10K trail celebration!
Overview
End the year with a bang! Saturnalia is Rock Candy Running’s festive season finale—a 10K holiday-themed trail run through the stunning woods of Squaxin Park, with sweeping views of Puget Sound and the Capitol dome. Inspired by the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia, this race celebrates community, joy, and a little silliness. There are no podiums, just cheer for every finisher, and everyone gets a custom handcrafted keepsake.
Expect well-marked trails, a fun atmosphere, a fully stocked post-race aid station, and plenty of holiday vibes to brighten the darkest days of the year. Shout it loud: “Yo Saturnalia!”
Course
~10K trail race through Squaxin Park in Olympia, WA
Start and finish at Reeves Middle School track
Trails include upper and lower Ellis Cove loops
Mostly wooded singletrack with scenic views of the Puget Sound and Capitol
Course winds through school grounds, down Eastbay Drive, and into the park
No time cutoffs; walkers welcome
Logistics
Swag & Medals
Fully stocked holiday-themed aid station at the finish
Hot cider, cookies, chips, soda, Tailwind, and more
Hand-crafted finisher keepsake by local artist Trixy Eichler
Limited-edition race sticker
Finisher gift and finish line high-fives
Medical support and safety personnel on site
Tree planted for every finisher through One Tree Planted
Getting There
2200 Quince Street NE, Olympia, WA 98506
Ample parking available at Reeves Middle School
Overflow parking information provided pre-race if needed
Please do not park at Squaxin Park
Driving Directions
Requirements
500
Policies
Race Policies
Zero-waste, cupless race; bring your own cup or purchase one at pickup
Trails remain open to the public; runners must yield and be respectful
Basic first aid supplies available at the finish line
Race will not enforce cutoffs; all are welcome to complete the race at their pace
Volunteers on site to guide recycling and composting efforts
Race proceeds support environmental and local community partners
Land Acknowledgement
Saturnalia takes place on the ancestral lands of the Squaxin Island Tribe, stewards of this region since time immemorial. We honor their deep connection to this land and their continued contributions to the community and environment that make this race possible.
About Rock Candy Running
Race produced by Rock Candy Running.
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Disclaimer
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