My Five Bucket List Races

My bucket list races tend to ebb and flow a little, but there are some that really do hold a space in my heart. A few are in states I’ve already run, while others would put me in new locations. I’ve already checked off a few of my older must-do events, so this is the next list up for consideration.

Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile

Friends, I just want to run amidst the cherry blossoms in Washington DC. Just once. And obviously, this would be the race. But alas, the timing is terrible. I have major beef with the ten mile distance. And there are never guarantees on the blooming of those cherry blossoms. I haven’t crossed off DC, yet, and I am holding out hope that I can make this happen!

TCS NYC Marathon

Another marathon? What am I thinking? But yes. If all things worked out, I would love to run the NYC Marathon. I love New York, and I think the energy would be unbeatable. You all know I run for the vibes, and do the vibes get better than this? I can’t imagine it. Once again, timing is against me: this race occurs on or around my wedding anniversary, and 50% of this couple does not think a marathon racecation screams celebration. Sigh.

Cooper River Bridge Run

Y’all, I have a problem with bridges. I just love them. And I love running on them. So of course, this Charleston 10K would be on my bucket list. I already have a South Carolina race in my results, but I would double up for this 6.2 miler. And who doesn’t love the city of Charleston? This one needs to happen sooner rather than later.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Vegas (Half Marathon)

I’ve been off the Rock ‘n’ Roll brand for a few years (mostly because there isn’t much local to me), but I would dip my toe back in for Vegas. In fairness, RNR puts out a mostly stellar product with great swag and amenities, and it would be super cool to run the strip at night. I would definitely need to recruit a team to make the experience much better, but I can work on that.

Great Balloon Chase 5K

To run a race at dawn, surrounded by hundreds of hot air balloons rising into the sunrise? Sounds like a bucket list dream come true for this runner. I love hot air balloons, and I love running. To put them together is perfect, and I hope that this will be happening sooner rather than later!

What are some of your bucket list races?

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