Idaho Running Day
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM MDT
- Location Boise, Idaho
- Price $38.10 - $69.90
- Races 4 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at Idaho Running Day on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in beautiful Boise, Ada! This vibrant event welcomes runners of all skill levels with a range of distances to choose from, including a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Marathon. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Boise Greenbelt, participants will enjoy breathtaking views of the Boise River as they race from Lucky Peak Reservoir to Southeast Boise.
Idaho Running Day is a celebration of athletic achievement that attracts runners from across Idaho and the Pacific Northwest. In addition to the thrill of competition, participants will receive locally designed medals, high-quality athletic shirts, and the chance to enjoy a lively post-race party. With limited parking at the start/finish area, shuttle services will be available to ensure everyone can join in the fun. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of running, camaraderie, and fantastic prizes!
Idaho Running Day is a celebration of athletic achievement that attracts runners from across Idaho and the Pacific Northwest. In addition to the thrill of competition, participants will receive locally designed medals, high-quality athletic shirts, and the chance to enjoy a lively post-race party. With limited parking at the start/finish area, shuttle services will be available to ensure everyone can join in the fun. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of running, camaraderie, and fantastic prizes!
Organiser's Description
2026 IDAHO RUNNING DAY (OCTOBER 17) is a great event for all athletes with a 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, and Marathon.
It takes place along the picturesque Boise Greenbelt, from Lucky Peak Reservoir to Southeast Boise, with stunning views of the Boise River.
Idaho Running Day attracts runners from across Idaho and the Pacific Northwest, with fantastic prizes from our local partners up for grabs.
TRANSPORTATION: PARKING AT THE START/FINISH IS LIMITED AND SHUTTLES WILL BE PROVIDED FROM AN ALTERNATE PARKING LOCATION TO ACCOMMODATE ALL PARTICIPANTS AND SPECTATORS. STAY TUNED FOR DETAILS!
Start/Finish area: Sandy Point Park (Boise, ID)
START TIMES:
8:00 am - Half Marathon, Marathon
9:00 am - 5k, 10k
All participants receive:
* Medals designed locally by our race team
* High-quality athletic shirts
* Post-Race Party
* Real-Time Chip Results
Courses:
5K: Course Map PDF [https://www.boiserunning.com/s/IRD-5K-Course-Map-2025.pdf] | Interactive Course Map [https://footpathapp.com/routes/7F2E5F16-066A-4CE5-9CB4-DE4F2B65B149?units=imperial]
10K: Course Map PDF [https://www.boiserunning.com/s/IRD-10K-Course-Map-2025.pdf] | Interactive Course Map [https://footpathapp.com/routes/924665B6-D49A-4715-A429-A9A55C7D9DB7?units=imperial]
Half Marathon: Course Map PDF [https://www.boiserunning.com/s/IRD-Half-Marathon-Course-Map-2025.pdf] | Interactive Course Map [https://footpathapp.com/routes/EA94480A-3F9B-4062-B5E5-C65011A20A34?units=imperial]
Marathon: Course Map PDF [https://www.boiserunning.com/s/IRD-Marathon-Course-Map-2025.pdf] | Interactive Course Map [https://footpathapp.com/routes/0EB9C497-DE33-44DA-8667-C2812E66E080?units=imperial]
For more comprehensive Idaho Running Day info, please take a look at our main website page HERE [https://www.boiserunning.com/idaho-running-day]!
It takes place along the picturesque Boise Greenbelt, from Lucky Peak Reservoir to Southeast Boise, with stunning views of the Boise River.
Idaho Running Day attracts runners from across Idaho and the Pacific Northwest, with fantastic prizes from our local partners up for grabs.
TRANSPORTATION: PARKING AT THE START/FINISH IS LIMITED AND SHUTTLES WILL BE PROVIDED FROM AN ALTERNATE PARKING LOCATION TO ACCOMMODATE ALL PARTICIPANTS AND SPECTATORS. STAY TUNED FOR DETAILS!
Start/Finish area: Sandy Point Park (Boise, ID)
START TIMES:
8:00 am - Half Marathon, Marathon
9:00 am - 5k, 10k
All participants receive:
* Medals designed locally by our race team
* High-quality athletic shirts
* Post-Race Party
* Real-Time Chip Results
Courses:
5K: Course Map PDF [https://www.boiserunning.com/s/IRD-5K-Course-Map-2025.pdf] | Interactive Course Map [https://footpathapp.com/routes/7F2E5F16-066A-4CE5-9CB4-DE4F2B65B149?units=imperial]
10K: Course Map PDF [https://www.boiserunning.com/s/IRD-10K-Course-Map-2025.pdf] | Interactive Course Map [https://footpathapp.com/routes/924665B6-D49A-4715-A429-A9A55C7D9DB7?units=imperial]
Half Marathon: Course Map PDF [https://www.boiserunning.com/s/IRD-Half-Marathon-Course-Map-2025.pdf] | Interactive Course Map [https://footpathapp.com/routes/EA94480A-3F9B-4062-B5E5-C65011A20A34?units=imperial]
Marathon: Course Map PDF [https://www.boiserunning.com/s/IRD-Marathon-Course-Map-2025.pdf] | Interactive Course Map [https://footpathapp.com/routes/0EB9C497-DE33-44DA-8667-C2812E66E080?units=imperial]
For more comprehensive Idaho Running Day info, please take a look at our main website page HERE [https://www.boiserunning.com/idaho-running-day]!
Races
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Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$69.90
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Half Marathon
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$59.30
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10k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:00AM MDT)
$48.70
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:00AM MDT)
$38.10
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Lucky Peak State Park Sandy Point Unit, 9723 ID-21, Boise, 83716, ID, United States
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