America250 5K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 9:30AM MDT
- Location Emmitt, Idaho
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the America250 5K on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, held in the beautiful Emmett City Park in Emmett, Idaho! This exciting event offers a flat and fast 5K course (3.1 miles) that starts and finishes at the park, taking runners around the scenic Gem State Sports Complex. Whether you’re a seasoned runner looking for a personal best or a first-timer wanting to enjoy the festive atmosphere, this race is perfect for everyone!
Join us for a day filled with camaraderie and community spirit, as a portion of the registration fees supports local runners and running clubs. The race begins at 9 AM, with pre-race bib pickup starting at 8 AM. After crossing the finish line, participants can enjoy post-race hydration and nutrition, while awards will be presented to the top three runners in each age category. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of health and fitness in the heart of Idaho—register today and be part of an event that truly embodies the spirit of America250!
Join us for a day filled with camaraderie and community spirit, as a portion of the registration fees supports local runners and running clubs. The race begins at 9 AM, with pre-race bib pickup starting at 8 AM. After crossing the finish line, participants can enjoy post-race hydration and nutrition, while awards will be presented to the top three runners in each age category. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of health and fitness in the heart of Idaho—register today and be part of an event that truly embodies the spirit of America250!
Organiser's Description
**** PLEASE READ IN ENTIRETY ****
AMERICA250 5K - PRODUCED BY HI5K
SPONSORED BY
FLEET FEET TREASURE VALLEY [https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/meridian]
A PORTION OF ALL REGISTRATION FEES WILL BE BENEFITTING LOCAL RUNNERS AND RUNNING CLUBS!
EVENT INFORMATION
THE EVENT WILL BE HELD AT EMMETT CITY PARK IN EMMETT IDAHO. THE COURSE IS A 5K (3.1 MILES) STARTING AND FINISHING AT THE EMMETT CITY PARK WITH A LAP AROUND THE GEM STATE SPORTS COMPLEX. FROM A RUNNERS PERSPECTIVE - THIS COURSE IS FLAT AND FAST IF YOU ARE AFTER A PR.
THIS RACE HELPS SUPPORT LOCAL RUNNING TEAMS AND CLUBS. PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING TO ONE OF THESE PROGRAMS DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOU JOINING US IN THIS EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH QUALITY EVENT.
IF YOU ARE UNDER 18, A PARENT OR GUARDIAN MUST REGISTER YOU AND SIGN THE WAIVER THAT WILL BE PRESENTED DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS, OTHERWISE IF YOU ARE 18 YOU MAY REGISTER YOURSELF.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
8:00AM - 9
BIB PICKUP AT START/FINISH AREA AAT EMMETT CITY PARK (LOOK FOR HI5K BANNERS). DAY-OF-RACE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME AS WELL.
9
5K RACE START
10:10 AM:
PODIUM AWARDS BEGIN - TOP 3 IN EACH AGE CATEGORY (MALE/FEMALE AWARDED SEPARATELY).
AGE CATEGORIES ARE AS FOLLOWS 1-11, 12-15, 16-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
9:50AM - 10
POST-RACE HYDRATION AND NUTRITION AVAILABLE
SCHOLARSHIPS:
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING ANY FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, AND WOULD STILL LIKE TO PARTICIPATE, PLEASE EMAIL THE RACE DIRECTOR HERE:
CONTACT RACE DIRECTOR [https://runsignup.com/w/Hi5K/Page/ContactUs]
WE WILL GET YOU SIGNED UP - NO QUESTIONS ASKED.
BIB PICKUP:
BEFORE-RACE-DAY:
WED JULY 1 THROUGH FRI JULY 3 - 10:AM - 7:00PM
FLEET FEET - MERIDIAN (THE VILLAGE)
3573 E. Longwing Lane
Meridian, ID 83646
FLEET FEET - NAMPA
1850 Caldwell Blvd
Nampa, ID 83651
RACE-DAY
8:00AM - 9:10AM
START / FINISH at Emmett City Park
COURSE INFO:
START/FINISH AREA IS AT EMMETT CITY PARK (LOOK FOR START/FINISH ARCH). FROM THE START, THE RACE WILL HEAD TO THE GEM STATE ATHLETIC COMPLEX. RUNNERS WILL COMPLETE 1 LAP AROUDN THE COMPLEX AND RETURN TO THE START/FINISH AREA USING THE SAME ROUT IN REVERSE - SEE COURSE LINKS BELOW.
COURSE LINK:
* https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6154747273
TIMING:
THIS IS A CHIP-TIMED EVENT. TIMING IS PROVIDED BY OMNI GO! CUSTOM EVENT SOLUIONS.
DONATIONS:
THIS RACE HELPS SUPPORT LOCAL RUNNING TEAMS AND CLUBS. PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING TO ONE OF THESE PROGRAMS DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS.
FAQS:
CAN I PARTICIPATE WITH A STROLLER?
ABSOLUTELY - WE ARE STROLLER FRIENDLY.
CAN I RUN WITH MY DOG?
UNFORTUNATELY NO, USATF (USA TRACK & FIELD) WILL NO LONGER INSURE OR SANCTION EVENTS THAT ALLOWS DOGS.
WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU!!!
AMERICA250 5K - PRODUCED BY HI5K
SPONSORED BY
FLEET FEET TREASURE VALLEY [https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/meridian]
A PORTION OF ALL REGISTRATION FEES WILL BE BENEFITTING LOCAL RUNNERS AND RUNNING CLUBS!
EVENT INFORMATION
THE EVENT WILL BE HELD AT EMMETT CITY PARK IN EMMETT IDAHO. THE COURSE IS A 5K (3.1 MILES) STARTING AND FINISHING AT THE EMMETT CITY PARK WITH A LAP AROUND THE GEM STATE SPORTS COMPLEX. FROM A RUNNERS PERSPECTIVE - THIS COURSE IS FLAT AND FAST IF YOU ARE AFTER A PR.
THIS RACE HELPS SUPPORT LOCAL RUNNING TEAMS AND CLUBS. PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING TO ONE OF THESE PROGRAMS DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOU JOINING US IN THIS EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH QUALITY EVENT.
IF YOU ARE UNDER 18, A PARENT OR GUARDIAN MUST REGISTER YOU AND SIGN THE WAIVER THAT WILL BE PRESENTED DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS, OTHERWISE IF YOU ARE 18 YOU MAY REGISTER YOURSELF.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
8:00AM - 9
BIB PICKUP AT START/FINISH AREA AAT EMMETT CITY PARK (LOOK FOR HI5K BANNERS). DAY-OF-RACE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME AS WELL.
9
5K RACE START
10:10 AM:
PODIUM AWARDS BEGIN - TOP 3 IN EACH AGE CATEGORY (MALE/FEMALE AWARDED SEPARATELY).
AGE CATEGORIES ARE AS FOLLOWS 1-11, 12-15, 16-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
9:50AM - 10
POST-RACE HYDRATION AND NUTRITION AVAILABLE
SCHOLARSHIPS:
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING ANY FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, AND WOULD STILL LIKE TO PARTICIPATE, PLEASE EMAIL THE RACE DIRECTOR HERE:
CONTACT RACE DIRECTOR [https://runsignup.com/w/Hi5K/Page/ContactUs]
WE WILL GET YOU SIGNED UP - NO QUESTIONS ASKED.
BIB PICKUP:
BEFORE-RACE-DAY:
WED JULY 1 THROUGH FRI JULY 3 - 10:AM - 7:00PM
FLEET FEET - MERIDIAN (THE VILLAGE)
3573 E. Longwing Lane
Meridian, ID 83646
FLEET FEET - NAMPA
1850 Caldwell Blvd
Nampa, ID 83651
RACE-DAY
8:00AM - 9:10AM
START / FINISH at Emmett City Park
COURSE INFO:
START/FINISH AREA IS AT EMMETT CITY PARK (LOOK FOR START/FINISH ARCH). FROM THE START, THE RACE WILL HEAD TO THE GEM STATE ATHLETIC COMPLEX. RUNNERS WILL COMPLETE 1 LAP AROUDN THE COMPLEX AND RETURN TO THE START/FINISH AREA USING THE SAME ROUT IN REVERSE - SEE COURSE LINKS BELOW.
COURSE LINK:
* https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6154747273
TIMING:
THIS IS A CHIP-TIMED EVENT. TIMING IS PROVIDED BY OMNI GO! CUSTOM EVENT SOLUIONS.
DONATIONS:
THIS RACE HELPS SUPPORT LOCAL RUNNING TEAMS AND CLUBS. PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING TO ONE OF THESE PROGRAMS DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS.
FAQS:
CAN I PARTICIPATE WITH A STROLLER?
ABSOLUTELY - WE ARE STROLLER FRIENDLY.
CAN I RUN WITH MY DOG?
UNFORTUNATELY NO, USATF (USA TRACK & FIELD) WILL NO LONGER INSURE OR SANCTION EVENTS THAT ALLOWS DOGS.
WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU!!!
Races
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5K - All Age Groups
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Select Free Giveaway
Sat 4th July 2026 (9:30AM MDT)
$27.50
Youth 18 and Under will receive a discount, once your birth date is entered.
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