Girls on the Run Sierras 5K Celebration
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5K Celebration
The Girls on the Run Sierras 5K Celebration is the season closing event that gives program participants a tangible sense of accomplishment. The event takes place on Sunday, November 15, 2026 at University Nevada Reno, Mackey Staduim. Every program participant receives a commemorative medal.
The course length is 3.1 miles. The event is presented as a celebratory, noncompetitive 5K where participants may walk, run, roll, push or skip at their own pace. A Running Buddy is an individual designated to complete the entire 5K alongside a program participant; Running Buddies must register and sign an event liability waiver. Registration categories and published prices include Running Buddy $30, Alumnae $15, Sparkle Runner $30 and Happy Sleeper $40.
Volunteers support the event in two main ways: course volunteers guide participants along the route and Girl Village volunteers help participants prepare with activities such as face painting, hair decorating, and coloring running bibs or making friendship bracelets. Safety measures include required race bibs for all participants, course monitoring and head counts, designated accessible parking, and a council safety plan for staff and volunteers.
Pets are not allowed at the 5K and strollers are not permitted on the course, though strollers are allowed for spectators. The event is described as accessible for people with disabilities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
