Drag Race Photos

LOCATION:
NW Park Blocks in Portland (NW Davis and NW Broadway)

START TIMES:
9:45AM REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICKUP
11:00AM ONE (1) MILE DRAG RACE RUN / WALK

Make sure you read the info below before you go to the registration info.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENT:
If you know Terrapin Events, you know we are always seeking out new ways to have fun. Well, we think we found the ultimate way to do that in the Portland Drag Race! The PDR is a a tongue in cheek one (1) mile run that takes place in front of tens of thousands of people prior to the Portland Gay Pride parade.

At this event you get the best of both worlds. On one hand, come dressed in drag or costume like all of us at Terrapin Events and enjoy the friendly cheers from the crowd. On the other, come feel like an Olympian as you try for your PR in the mile in front of a tens of thousands of spectators cheering you on!

After the event, come join us at the Pride festival (free entry with entry into the Drag Race) and enjoy great food, drinks and live music!

ABOUT THE KIDS EVENT:
There is no kids' race for this event.  Kids are welcome to enter this event at the normal race fee.

ABOUT PRIDE NW:
Pride Northwest is made up of a dynamic group of individuals from many different backgrounds who are dedicated to providing a venue for the queer community to gather and celebrate. The mission of Pride Northwest, Inc. is to encourage and celebrate the positive diversity of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer communities, and to assist in the education of all people through the development of activities that showcase the history, accomplishments, and talents of these communities.

PACKET PICKUP:
IN-STORE: FOOT TRAFFIC: 4020 NE Fremont
Saturday June 19th from 10:00am-3:00pm

DAY OF RACE:  AT THE EVENT: Starting at 9:45am
* We strongly recommend you attend the Sat. pick-up; lines on Sunday are long and slow.

PRIDE FESTIVAL / AFTER RACE PARTY:
After the race, all participants are welcomed to come enjoy the Festival.  Festival entry is donation based, so your entry into the Drag race qualifies you to enter the Festival guilt free. There are so many great things to stick around and enjoy!

FOOD AND BEVERAGE:
Food and Beverage at the Festival is available for purchase. Make sure you bring your ID and some money to enjoy all the great food and beverages at the festival.

CLOTHING CHECK-IN AT THE EVENT:
There is no clothing check for this event.

DOGS / PETS IN THE EVENT:
No Dogs or Pets are allowed in this event.  However, service dogs are permitted.  If you would like to enter an event with your pup, check out the Mt. Tabor Doggie Challenge.

JOGGING STROLLERS IN THE EVENT:
Jogging strollers are permitted in this event.  However, we ask that you be respectful to the other participants and please start toward the back.

IPODS / MP3 PLAYERS /WALKMANS:
All of our events are music player friendly.  However, please be aware that you still need to be conscious of your surroundings which include your fellow participants, emergency vehicles, and the random vehicle that may be on the course.

HOW TO GET THERE / PARKING / TRANSPORTATION:
On street parking is free on Sunday.  There are also smart parks close to the start / finish.  PLEASE CARPOOL or take Public transportation! The MAX stops a few blocks from the start.  Please go to TriMet.org to find out the best Public transportation routes. You can go to our Help Us Be Green page to find links to Portland Bike routes.  You can go to the Forum page to talk with others about offering / getting a ride to the event.

RACE TIMING / RESULTS:
This event is timed using conventional tear tag method of timing.  In order to insure proper results, please make sure your name is printed clearly and correctly on your bib, or please make sure the label we place on your bib has your correct info.  If not please tell us prior to the event.

As you finish and go through the finish chute, please keep moving and please stay in the order you finished (this is how we keep track of your place).  Even though the results come out a little slower this way, we are still pretty darn good and should have them posted at the event.  You can find them online by clicking on the results page.

AWARDS / CEREMONY:
The award ceremony will take place at approximately 11:30am. The award ceremony will be for the Top 3 overall winners and the overall master's winners only. The prizes for the age group winners will be a available to pick up next to the stage during and after the award ceremony.

We have awards for the top 3 male and female overall finisher in as well as the top 3 masters male and female. There are age group awards for top 3 finishers in each age category starting at 14 and under and going in groups of every five years from age 15-80. (15-19, 20-24 etc)

For lodging, check out the Portland Oregon Visitor's Association website.