Holiday 5K - Phoenix
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Holiday 5K and Kids 1 Mile - Phoenix
The Holiday 5K and Kids 1 Mile is a running fundraiser to benefit Marines Toys for Tots in the Phoenix area. The event is organized as a live, family run and walk at AZ Falls and includes a virtual race option; the Kids 1 Mile is live only. The organizer limits entries to 250 runners.
Distances
- 5K
- Kids 1 Mile
All finishers receive a finisher medal and a lapel pin. Race entry includes a bib, wristband, snacks and raffle entry, and no packet pickup is necessary. This event is a medal only race; shirts will not be provided. The 5K is chip timed and offers age group awards in 15 categories. Water, snacks and popsicles will be provided.
The course is described as flat and follows the canal at AZ Falls, 5802 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ, with parking available at the nearby Lutheran church north of the park off 56th Street. The course includes a short trail section that is not paved. The event is dog and stroller friendly.
Entry fees listed by the organizer are $35 for the 5K and $25 for the Kids 1 Mile, with prices increasing by $5 on 12/1. The Kids 1 Mile permits children to run one mile or less to earn a medal and a special treat; there is no official timing or awards for the kids race. Parents may run with their child for free or register to receive a medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
