Tag: big backyard 5k

  • Celebrate 10 years of the BBY5K with us!

    Celebrate 10 years of the BBY5K with us!

    Spring is in full swing and that means one of our favorite family friendly events is coming up! The Big Backyard 5K presented by Kaiser Permanente is happening on Sunday, June 2 at King County’s Marymoor Park. And this year is a very special year as we are celebrating our 10th annual event, which has…

  • Big Backyard 5K 2018 in photos

    Big Backyard 5K 2018 in photos

      Thank you to all of our participants and partners for your support. Your involvement helps make your King County parks a better place. We appreciate your involvement and thank you for making Your Big Backyard that much more awesome. See you next year for the 10-year anniversary of BBY5K! More photos on our Flickr…

  • Still time to register! BBY5K is coming up on June 3

    Still time to register! BBY5K is coming up on June 3

    It’s that time of year again to lace up your sneakers for your favorite 5K! Our 9th annual Big Backyard 5K presented by Kaiser Permanente is right around the corner on Sunday, June 3 and there is still time to register. Individuals, kids, groups, and teams can sign-up online through June 1 and in-person on…

  • Ready, set, go BBY5K!

    Ready, set, go BBY5K!

    Our 8th annual family-friendly 5K run/walk is happening on Sunday, June 11 at Marymoor Park. Register today for the Big Backyard 5K presented by Kaiser Permanente and take advantage of our early bird registration. And now through March 31, for just $5 extra, you can receive the popular BBY5K zip-up hoodie thanks to our friends…

  • 2016 Big Backyard 5K Photos: Heat, smiles, kids and an otter

    2016 Big Backyard 5K Photos: Heat, smiles, kids and an otter

    You can see ALL the photos over here. Good times. Sweaty good times.

  • 2015 Big Backyard 5K in Pictures #bby5k 4 life

    2015 Big Backyard 5K in Pictures #bby5k 4 life

    Want more pics? Of course you do, click over to our Flickr feed.

  • Sunday! SUNday! SUNDAY!!

    Alright kids, the time has come. If you aren’t already registered for the Big Backyard 5K, it’s only because you are trying to play it cool. Pulling a 5K Bueller. Whatevs. Just make sure we see your smiling 5K-havin’ mug on Sunday. Remember, not only is it good for your health, but it’s also good karma…

  • 2014 Big Backyard 5K presented by Group Health

      Almost 1200 people came out to Marymoor Park on Sunday to support King County Parks! The Big Backyard 5k presented by Group Health raised approximately $50,000 for Parks.

  • Get on your mark for the Big Backyard 5K this weekend!

    A rolling wave of smiling faces and swiftly moving feet will wind through Marymoor Park this Sunday, June 2, for the annual Big Backyard 5K presented by Group Health. Not registered yet? Save $5 with the procrastination discount code (nwr2013) and treat yourself to an unplugged experience that will clear your mind of annoying stress and produce those natural endorphins that make…

  • Big Backyard 5K 2011: Wrap up

    It was a wonderful, dry morning for our second annual Big Backyard 5K fun and walk at Marymoor Park this past weekend. Through our partnership with Sound Experiential Marketing, the event was a huge success: some 1,200 walkers and runners, grossing $55,000 for King County Parks! Many thanks to all the teams, families, and individuals…

  • Big Backyard 5K – reminder

    Don’t say we didn’t remind you folks. Big Backyard 5K is this Sunday. Bring the kids, the dog and get some exercise. Oh yeah and all the proceeds go to King County Parks, so you’ll be supporting your local parks while you’re at it.

  • Engage in Parks

    With the promise of better weather just around the corner and a wealth of fun events, activities and amenities awaiting, King County Parks encourages everyone to “Engage in Parks” this April. There are several ways to get active and support King County Parks – Your Big Backyard. For more information and links to, visit the…

  • Big Backyard 5K 2011 online

    It’s back folks, break out the trainers, and cover yourself with your new hoodie. To hear all about the 2011 5K visit our press release via this link and for the official website head over to bigbackyard5k.com. Have fun and don’t forget to stretch out your fingers before mousing over to the site, we don’t…

  • Big Backyard 5K wrap video

    Sights, sounds and spirit of the 5K.

  • Bert the Salmon in epic “Big Backyard 5K” spot

  • Go run (or walk), doggoneit!

    Can’t leave your dog for even an hour? No worries, because now you can sign you AND your dog up for the Big Backyard 5K benefit run for King County Parks. You (and your dog) still have 17 days left to train for the big May 23rd event. Register today!

  • Celebrate National High Five Day

    Big Backyard 5K – Run Your Backyard Off Show some love. Sign up for the Big Backyard 5K then turn around and give the nearest person a high five for doing so. Two birds, one stone. What you don’t know what I’m talking about? Dude it’s National High Five Day, or NH5D for the cool…

  • Big Backyard 5K: See you on the trail…or not!

    We’re just 2 short months until the Big Backyard 5K…how’s your race preparation coming along? Don’t worry – there are plenty of ways to support King County Parks even if you haven’t begun to train:  just sign up for the ‘Virtual 5K’ and feel the buzz from doing something good for your Big Backyard without…