Published on August 17, 2026
Media Contact: Sudie Elkayssi, Special Projects Coordinator Parks and Community Services selkayssi@kirklandwa.gov
Drivers should expect traffic delays and restricted parking due to the Kirk-Wood Half Marathon, to be held at Northwest University on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026. Vehicles parked in restricted areas will be towed. The course map is available at https://snohomishrunning.com/kirk-wood-half/.
Roadway impacts will be in effect from 6:30 a.m. until approximately 9 a.m. or when the last runner passes. Event organizers expect 500 athletes to take part in the run/walk, which follows the Cross Kirkland Corridor and finishes in Woodinville.
Eventgoers are encouraged to use event shuttles and plan for their parking in advance. For information on off-site parking and shuttle service, go to https://snohomishrunning.com/kirk-wood-half/. For bus transportation, go to http://tripplanner.kingcounty.gov/. For permit information, contact Sudie Elkayssi, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Kirkland Parks and Community Services, at (425) 587-3347 or selkayssi@kirklandwa.gov.
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