Diaspora Run: Utah Capitol Lawn Takeover
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM MDT
- Location Salt Lake City, Utah
- Price $20.00
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Diaspora Run: Utah Capitol Lawn Takeover on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in the heart of Salt Lake City! This unique 2-mile fun run celebrates Utah's vibrant diaspora community and promises to be a day filled with joy, movement, and togetherness. Hosted by Why Are You Running, this event invites participants of all levels to experience the beauty of running while enjoying Afrobeats music along the route.
Kick off your morning at the Utah State Capitol, where you can check in and connect with fellow runners. At 9:30 AM, everyone will walk together to the starting point, creating a sense of unity and excitement. The fun run begins at 10:30 AM, allowing participants to jog or walk back to the Capitol while grooving to lively beats. After the run, unwind with a relaxing yoga session followed by a delightful picnic on the Capitol lawn, where you can enjoy delicious food and great music. Join us for a fantastic day of community, fun, and fitness, all while supporting a noble cause that provides free and low-cost outdoor experiences for refugee, immigrant, and underserved families in Utah!
Kick off your morning at the Utah State Capitol, where you can check in and connect with fellow runners. At 9:30 AM, everyone will walk together to the starting point, creating a sense of unity and excitement. The fun run begins at 10:30 AM, allowing participants to jog or walk back to the Capitol while grooving to lively beats. After the run, unwind with a relaxing yoga session followed by a delightful picnic on the Capitol lawn, where you can enjoy delicious food and great music. Join us for a fantastic day of community, fun, and fitness, all while supporting a noble cause that provides free and low-cost outdoor experiences for refugee, immigrant, and underserved families in Utah!
Organiser's Description
Join Why Are You Running, a Utah nonprofit, for a first of its kind 2 mile fun run celebrating Utahs diaspora community.
For the past three years, Why Are You Running has used movement to bring people together. Our founders goal is simple: help more people from the diaspora fall in love with running, get outside, and explore everything Utah has to offer.
Well meet at the Utah State Capitol, walk together to the starting point, then follow a music truck for a 2 mile fun run back to the Capitol. Afterward, bring a blanket and stay for an Afrobeats picnic and listening party on the Capitol lawn.
Proceeds help Why Are You Running provide free and low cost running, outdoor, and community experiences for refugee, immigrant, and underserved families in Utah.
AGENDA
9:00 AM Arrival and Check In
Meet at the Capitol lawn and get settled.
9:30 AM Welcome and Walk to Start
Quick welcome, then walk together to the starting point.
10:30 AM 2 Mile Fun Run
Run or walk the route with Afrobeats playing.
10:30 AM Yoga
Yoga session.
11:00 AM Picnic and Afrobeats
Bring out the blankets, eat, relax, and enjoy the music.
EIN: 41-3974385
Instagram: @whyareyourunningclub
For the past three years, Why Are You Running has used movement to bring people together. Our founders goal is simple: help more people from the diaspora fall in love with running, get outside, and explore everything Utah has to offer.
Well meet at the Utah State Capitol, walk together to the starting point, then follow a music truck for a 2 mile fun run back to the Capitol. Afterward, bring a blanket and stay for an Afrobeats picnic and listening party on the Capitol lawn.
Proceeds help Why Are You Running provide free and low cost running, outdoor, and community experiences for refugee, immigrant, and underserved families in Utah.
AGENDA
9:00 AM Arrival and Check In
Meet at the Capitol lawn and get settled.
9:30 AM Welcome and Walk to Start
Quick welcome, then walk together to the starting point.
10:30 AM 2 Mile Fun Run
Run or walk the route with Afrobeats playing.
10:30 AM Yoga
Yoga session.
11:00 AM Picnic and Afrobeats
Bring out the blankets, eat, relax, and enjoy the music.
EIN: 41-3974385
Instagram: @whyareyourunningclub
Races
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2 Mile Run
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM MDT)
$20.00
CLOSED
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