Moon Valley Strides for Schools 5K
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 7:00AM MST
- Location Phoenix, Arizona
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at the 3rd Annual Moon Valley Strides for Schools 5K and Kids Dash on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in beautiful Phoenix, Maricopa! This vibrant event celebrates health and togetherness, inviting walkers, runners, students, parents, and friends to participate in a morning filled with fun, all while supporting our local schools.
Participants can enjoy a scenic 5K course through the charming Moon Valley neighborhood, featuring highlights like the picturesque Grasshopper Bridge. Not just for adults, the Kids Dash promises to be a blast for students in grades K-8, with age-appropriate distances ensuring everyone can join in the fun. The day will also include an engaging Activity Fair with games, crafts, and hands-on activities for children 16 and under. Plus, don’t miss the chance to enter the raffle for exciting prizes in categories such as Family Fun and Fitness & Adventure! Whether you choose to run, walk, cheer, or play, this event is a fantastic opportunity to build community and make a positive impact on our schools. Mark your calendars and get ready to stride for a great cause!
Participants can enjoy a scenic 5K course through the charming Moon Valley neighborhood, featuring highlights like the picturesque Grasshopper Bridge. Not just for adults, the Kids Dash promises to be a blast for students in grades K-8, with age-appropriate distances ensuring everyone can join in the fun. The day will also include an engaging Activity Fair with games, crafts, and hands-on activities for children 16 and under. Plus, don’t miss the chance to enter the raffle for exciting prizes in categories such as Family Fun and Fitness & Adventure! Whether you choose to run, walk, cheer, or play, this event is a fantastic opportunity to build community and make a positive impact on our schools. Mark your calendars and get ready to stride for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 3RD ANNUAL MOON VALLEY STRIDES FOR SCHOOLS 5K & KIDS DASH!
Lookout Mountain PTO, Mountain Sky PTO, and Thunderbird TPA are thrilled to host the Moon Valley Strides for Schools 5K and Kids Dash on Saturday, March 28, 2026!
This family-friendly event brings together the entire Moon Valley community for a morning of fitness, fun, and school spirit, all while raising funds to support our three local schools. Everyone is welcome to participate: walkers, runners, students, parents, neighbors, and friends!
FEMALE SIGN 5K WALK/RUN
Enjoy a beautiful course through the Moon Valley neighborhood, including the Grasshopper Bridge.
KIDS DASH
A fun, age-based dash for students in grades K8.
ACTIVITY FAIR
Games, crafts, and hands-on activities for kids 16 and under.
RAFFLE FUN!
Enter to win great prizes in themed categories like Family Fun, Foodie Favorites, Pamper & Relax, and Fitness & Adventure! Buy your tickets now! [https://www.moonvalley5k.com/Race/Store/AZ/Phoenix/MoonValleyStridesForSchoolsK]
SPONSOR A STUDENT
Can't join us, but want to make a difference? Donate $20 to Sponsor a Student and provide a free race registration for a student to participate. Its an easy way to help every child join the fun! Click here to Sponsor a Student [https://www.moonvalley5k.com/Race/Donate/AZ/Phoenix/MoonValleyStridesForSchoolsK]!
The event starts and ends at Moon Valley Park, where the Activity Fair and Kids Dash will take place.
Come run, walk, cheer, or play, while making a difference for our schools and our students!
6:30AM Race Check In Opens
7:10AM Warm Up for 5K
7:30AM 5K Start Time (Runners first, then walkers)
8:30AM Kids Dash - K and under - 2 laps
8:45AM Kids Dash - 1st - 4th grade - 4 laps
9:00AM Kids Dash - 5th and up - 6 laps
7AM TO 10AM Activity Fair is Open for All Participants 16 Years and Younger!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Join us as a sponsor or an activity fair vendor! Click here to learn about our sponsorship levels. [https://runsignup.com/CreateRaceSponsor/174326/t/d37VIjyoMqPwOEdC4Rr5qsk8S40eavL7]
Lookout Mountain PTO, Mountain Sky PTO, and Thunderbird TPA are thrilled to host the Moon Valley Strides for Schools 5K and Kids Dash on Saturday, March 28, 2026!
This family-friendly event brings together the entire Moon Valley community for a morning of fitness, fun, and school spirit, all while raising funds to support our three local schools. Everyone is welcome to participate: walkers, runners, students, parents, neighbors, and friends!
FEMALE SIGN 5K WALK/RUN
Enjoy a beautiful course through the Moon Valley neighborhood, including the Grasshopper Bridge.
KIDS DASH
A fun, age-based dash for students in grades K8.
ACTIVITY FAIR
Games, crafts, and hands-on activities for kids 16 and under.
RAFFLE FUN!
Enter to win great prizes in themed categories like Family Fun, Foodie Favorites, Pamper & Relax, and Fitness & Adventure! Buy your tickets now! [https://www.moonvalley5k.com/Race/Store/AZ/Phoenix/MoonValleyStridesForSchoolsK]
SPONSOR A STUDENT
Can't join us, but want to make a difference? Donate $20 to Sponsor a Student and provide a free race registration for a student to participate. Its an easy way to help every child join the fun! Click here to Sponsor a Student [https://www.moonvalley5k.com/Race/Donate/AZ/Phoenix/MoonValleyStridesForSchoolsK]!
The event starts and ends at Moon Valley Park, where the Activity Fair and Kids Dash will take place.
Come run, walk, cheer, or play, while making a difference for our schools and our students!
6:30AM Race Check In Opens
7:10AM Warm Up for 5K
7:30AM 5K Start Time (Runners first, then walkers)
8:30AM Kids Dash - K and under - 2 laps
8:45AM Kids Dash - 1st - 4th grade - 4 laps
9:00AM Kids Dash - 5th and up - 6 laps
7AM TO 10AM Activity Fair is Open for All Participants 16 Years and Younger!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Join us as a sponsor or an activity fair vendor! Click here to learn about our sponsorship levels. [https://runsignup.com/CreateRaceSponsor/174326/t/d37VIjyoMqPwOEdC4Rr5qsk8S40eavL7]
Races
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Adult 5K Walk/Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (7:00AM MST)
$32.80
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Student 5k Run/Walk or Kids Dash
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Commemorative Race Day T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (7:00AM MST)
$22.20
All K-12 Students can participate in the 5K, Kids Dash, or both events, for one low price of $20/student. Also includes entry to the Activity Fair for kids 16 and under!
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