Lace up your shoes for the 15th Annual Ladybug Run for CDH Awareness on July 11, 2026, in Tigard, Oregon, a heartwarming event supporting the Ladybug CDH Foundation. This popular race offers both a 10K and a 5K, taking participants on a scenic and stroller-friendly journey through Tigard's Cook Park and surrounding areas. The courses wind along the Tualatin River, featuring open green spaces and tranquil forested paths. Runners can expect predominantly flat and fast terrain, with the 5K route including a short but challenging hill after exiting the shaded river trails.

Runners consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and the unique experience of this charity event. Typical race day conditions in mid-July include pleasant highs around 81°F and lows near 56°F, with a minimal 3% chance of precipitation, creating ideal running weather. All 5K and 10K finishers are rewarded with a stylish shirt, a shiny medal, and a race packet filled with goodies to celebrate their accomplishment. The start and finish lines are located in Cook Park, fostering a community spirit. Your participation directly contributes to raising awareness for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH), funding critical medical research, and providing vital support to affected families in the Pacific Northwest. Join fellow runners for a memorable race day that truly makes a difference.