2025 Event Information
Fun Run
FunRun
Fun Run (2025)
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<h2><span><strong>2nd Annual Fun Run</strong></span></h2>
<p class="">Join us for the <b>SECOND </b>annual Big Day of Play Fun Run, the hottest one-mile race open to all, in partnership with Citywide Athletics! We are bringing together participants of all ages and abilities to celebrate fitness and community.</p>
<p class="">Sign-up and you’ll kick off your Big Day of Play with this fun run starting at Lakewood Playground and winding down the scenic route along Genesee. When you cross the finish line you can enjoy a day filled with exciting activities, performances, and opportunities to connect with neighbors and local organizations. Don’t miss out on this energizing start to an unforgettable day!</p>
<p class=""><strong>Not a runner? Walking is certainly allowed to join in on the fun!</strong></p>
<h3>Race Details</h3>
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<p class=""><strong>Date:</strong> 8/16/2025</p>
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<p class=""><strong>Race starts at 11:30 a.m.</strong></p>
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<p class=""><strong>Start Location</strong>: Lakewood Playground: 5013 S Angeline St, Seattle, WA 98118</p>
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<h3><strong>After the race all runners will receive a swag bag filled with cool items to keep them refreshed post-run.</strong></h3>
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Performers
Performers
<h2>Live Performances</h2>
<p class="">We have a full lineup of performances for you to enjoy at Big Day of Play! Find these performers on the Main Stage, at the Block Party, and on the Basketball Courts throughout the day. You won’t want to miss these amazing local talents.</p>
<h2><strong>Would you like to perform at Big Day of Play 2025?</strong></h2>
<p class="">We are always looking for unique performances by singers, dancer, musicians, spoken word, athletes, and more to share your skills with the community!</p>
<p class=""><strong>Contact Deja’Nay Gilliam for more information about being included in 2025.</strong></p>
<p class=""><strong>Email:</strong> <a href="mailto:bigdayofplay@seattle.gov">bigdayofplay@seattle.gov</a> or <a href="mailto:bigdayofplay@seattle.gov">dejanay.gilliam@seattle.gov</a></p>
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Tennis & Pickleball
Pickleball
Tennis and Pickleball
<h2><strong>Tennis And Pickleball Courts | 12-5 p.m.</strong></h2>
<p class="">Enjoy Instruction and Open Play Tennis and Pickleball games on the courts at Rainier Playfield from 12-5 p.m. All levels welcome!</p>
<h2><strong>Racket Giveaway | 2-2:30 p.m.</strong></h2>
<p class="">Stop by from 2-2:30 p.m. for our racket giveaway so you can keep playing after the Big Day of Play and we’ll see you at Seattle Parks and Recreation Tennis programs!</p>
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Vendor Fair
Vendors
Vendor Fair (2025)
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<p class="">Big Day of Play is committed to connecting the community with opportunities from local organizations. Through these connections you can find interest groups you identify with, low-cost utilities, health and wellness information, and more.</p>
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<p class="">If you would like to be a vendor for this year's Big Day of Play, please <a href="https://forms.office.com/g/q7whFgRkes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">submit a vendor application</a>.</p>
<p class="">For more information and a list of past years' vendors, please see <a href="https://www.bigdayofplay.org/vendors" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Big Day of Play - Vendor Fair</a>.</p>
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