Moon Valley Strides for Schools 5K
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 7:00AM MST
- Location Phoenix, Arizona
- Price $22.20 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 3rd Annual Moon Valley Strides for Schools 5K and Kids Dash, taking place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the vibrant Phoenix, Maricopa community! This exciting event is perfect for everyone—whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or a supportive cheerleader. The 5K race will take you through the scenic Moon Valley neighborhood, featuring the picturesque Grasshopper Bridge, while the Kids Dash provides a fun and competitive experience for students in grades K-8.
Starting and finishing at Moon Valley Park, the event kicks off with race check-in at 6:30 AM, followed by a warm-up session at 7:10 AM and the 5K starting at 7:30 AM. Kids Dashes will follow, with different lap lengths for various age groups. Beyond the races, the day will be filled with an engaging Activity Fair featuring games, crafts, and hands-on activities for kids aged 16 and under. Join us for a day of fitness, community spirit, and fun, all while supporting our local schools! Don't forget to pick up your race packet ahead of time for extra perks and enjoy the pre-event festivities at
Starting and finishing at Moon Valley Park, the event kicks off with race check-in at 6:30 AM, followed by a warm-up session at 7:10 AM and the 5K starting at 7:30 AM. Kids Dashes will follow, with different lap lengths for various age groups. Beyond the races, the day will be filled with an engaging Activity Fair featuring games, crafts, and hands-on activities for kids aged 16 and under. Join us for a day of fitness, community spirit, and fun, all while supporting our local schools! Don't forget to pick up your race packet ahead of time for extra perks and enjoy the pre-event festivities at
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.
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 High School Age and Younger!
GET READY FOR THE BIG DAY BY PICKING UP YOUR RACE BAGS AT ONE OF OUR CONVENIENT PICK-UP EVENTS! EACH BAG INCLUDES YOUR BIB WITH CHIP TIMER, PARTICIPANT WRISTBAND AND TONS OF VALUABLE ITEMS FROM OUR SPONSORS. AVOID THE RACE DAY RUSH BY COLLECTING YOUR ITEMS AHEAD OF TIME!
- Wednesday, March 25th 5pm- 8pm at Lookout Tavern (830 E Greenway Pkwy)
_Pick up your race packet and stay for family-friendly trivia with food and drink specials! 20% of sales will be donated back to our schools!
_ - Thursday, March 26th 5pm - 8pm at at Barro's Pizza (15440 N. 7th St)
_Stay for dinner or get a pizza to go! Mention the 5K and Barro's will donate 25% of sales back to our schools!_
- Friday, March 27th 7am - 9am at Serafina Coffee (15414 N. 7th St)
_Stop by for coffee, pastries and packet pick up! Serafina is donating 10% of sales back to our schools!_
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.
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 High School Age and Younger!
GET READY FOR THE BIG DAY BY PICKING UP YOUR RACE BAGS AT ONE OF OUR CONVENIENT PICK-UP EVENTS! EACH BAG INCLUDES YOUR BIB WITH CHIP TIMER, PARTICIPANT WRISTBAND AND TONS OF VALUABLE ITEMS FROM OUR SPONSORS. AVOID THE RACE DAY RUSH BY COLLECTING YOUR ITEMS AHEAD OF TIME!
- Wednesday, March 25th 5pm- 8pm at Lookout Tavern (830 E Greenway Pkwy)
_Pick up your race packet and stay for family-friendly trivia with food and drink specials! 20% of sales will be donated back to our schools!
_ - Thursday, March 26th 5pm - 8pm at at Barro's Pizza (15440 N. 7th St)
_Stay for dinner or get a pizza to go! Mention the 5K and Barro's will donate 25% of sales back to our schools!_
- Friday, March 27th 7am - 9am at Serafina Coffee (15414 N. 7th St)
_Stop by for coffee, pastries and packet pick up! Serafina is donating 10% of sales back to our schools!_
Races
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Adult 5K Walk/Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (7:00AM MST)
$43.40
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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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