Spirit of the Valley 5k
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Event overview
The Spirit of the Valley 5k is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026. The event features timed 1K and 5K races with options for running and rolling. The start and finish are at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, at the corner of 27 1/2 Rd. and Cortland Ave. Participants are asked to park across the street at the Presbyterian Church the day of the race.
Distances
- 5K Run
- 5K Roll
- 1K Run
- 1K Roll
Charities, services, and logistics
The race benefits the VA Recreational Therapy Program on the Western Slope and Hilltop’s Latimer House. A sack brunch is provided to participants and volunteers; additional meal tickets are available at the door for $7. Vetted and trained childcare is available at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church on a donation basis. Entry fees are non-refundable; registering early is noted as the way to guarantee a t-shirt. Event entry prices listed include fees: the 5K and 5K Roll show $27.50 (including a $2.50 fee), and the 1K events show $11.60 (including a $1.60 fee). The event is followed by live rock n roll music. Sponsors and local organizations are listed by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.