Spirit of the Valley 5k

  • Date Sat 12th September 2026
  • Time 9:00AM MDT
  • Location Grand Junction, Colorado
  • Price $11.60 - $27.50
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 13th Annual Spirit of the Valley 5K and 1K Run, Walk 'N Roll taking place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in the scenic Grand Junction, Mesa! This vibrant event welcomes runners, walkers, and rollers of all ages and abilities for a morning filled with competition, camaraderie, and community spirit. The race kicks off from St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, creating an energetic atmosphere enhanced by live rock n roll music.

Participants can enjoy a delicious sack brunch post-race, with meal tickets available for just $7 at the door. This exciting event not only promises fun but also supports two vital local organizations: the VA Recreational Therapy Program, which provides recreational activities for disabled veterans, and Hilltop's Latimer House, which offers crucial services for those affected by domestic violence and sexual assault. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this meaningful day—register early to secure your t-shirt and make a difference in your community!

Organiser's Description

Helping to Heal! The 13th Annual Spirit of the Valley Run, Walk 'N Roll 1K and 5K timed races are set for Saturday September 13, 2025. Runners, walkers and rollers are all welcome for a great morning of competition, fun, food, and rock n roll. The race will benefit two local organizations - the VA Recreational Therapy Program on the Western Slope and Hilltop's Latimer House.

The race starts and ends at St. Matthews Episcopal Church, at the corner of 27 1/2 Rd. and Cortland Ave., followed by live rock n roll music.

A sack brunch will be served to all participants and volunteers. Additional meal tickets are $7 and are available at the door.

Vetted and trained childcare is available at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church on a donation basis.

If you want to participate but don't want to walk, run, or roll we welcome your sponsorship!

Register early to guarantee you get a t-shirt. Entry fees are non-refundable.

VA RECREATIONAL THERAPY PROGRAM

The VA Recreational Therapy Program is not tax funded and relies solely on donations. The therapy program introduces local disabled vets to community recreational programs- fishing, kayaking, biking, etc. This money used goes directly back into our community- whether its a swimming lesson at OM pool, bike equipment from a local bike shop, or fishing at one of our lakes.

LATIMER HOUSE

Hilltop's Latimer House helps those who have experienced domestic violence or sexual assault move from crisis to confidence. Latimer House provides intimate partner violence and sexual assault services for anyone in Western Colorado including Mesa, Montrose, Delta and Ouray Counties. They offer emergency safe houses, advocacy, and 24 hour crisis lines.

Races

  • 5k Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 12th September 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $27.50

  • 5K Roll

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 12th September 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $27.50

  • 1K Run

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 12th September 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $11.60

  • 1K Roll

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 12th September 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    $11.60

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Location

3888 27 1/2 RD, Grand Junction, 81506, CO, United States

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Sep 12, 2026

$11.60 - $27.50