YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon & Fun Runs Presented by Idaho Potato Commission
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From Treasure Valley YMCA
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 7:00AM MDT
- Location Boise, Idaho
- Price $38.96 - $97.68
- Races 4 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and fun at the 49th Annual YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon & Fun Runs, presented by the Idaho Potato Commission! Taking place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the beautiful city of Boise, Ada, this event promises something for everyone. Runners can choose from a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, or a 5K, all set against the stunning backdrop of the flat and scenic Boise Greenbelt.
The festivities kick off with packet pick-up on Friday, May 15, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Morrison Center, where you can collect your race packet and enjoy vendor offerings. On race day, the excitement continues with the marathon starting at 7 AM, the half marathon at 8 AM, and the 5K and 10K races launching at 10 AM. Organized by the Treasure Valley YMCA, this event is not just a race—it's a celebration of community, health, and the iconic Idaho potato! Join us for a day filled with camaraderie and achievement, and make memories that will last a lifetime!
The festivities kick off with packet pick-up on Friday, May 15, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Morrison Center, where you can collect your race packet and enjoy vendor offerings. On race day, the excitement continues with the marathon starting at 7 AM, the half marathon at 8 AM, and the 5K and 10K races launching at 10 AM. Organized by the Treasure Valley YMCA, this event is not just a race—it's a celebration of community, health, and the iconic Idaho potato! Join us for a day filled with camaraderie and achievement, and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Organiser's Description
YMCA FAMOUS IDAHO POTATO MARATHON & FUN RUNS
The Treasure Valley YMCA is proud to bring you the 49th annual YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon and Fun Runs presented by the Idaho Potato Commission. All of our races take place on the flat and scenic Boise Greenbelt. All races start and finish at The Morrison Center
All courses are flat and fast for this fun full, half, 10K & 5K run on the Boise Greenbelt.
PACKET PICK UP: FRIDAY, MAY 15TH, 3:00-7:00 PM AT THE MORRISON CENTER FOR ALL DISTANCES!
Come pick up your packet and t-shirt, and visit with vendors before race day to ensure you have all the last-minute race day items. Avoid the lines on race day and pick up your packet on Friday.
DAY OF PACKET PICK UP:
Half & Full Marathon Sat, May 16, 5-6:30 am _ _
5K & 10K Sat, May 16, 8:30 am-10:00 am
START TIMES:
Marathon 7 am
Half Marathon 8 am
5K/10K 10 am
The Treasure Valley YMCA is proud to bring you the 49th annual YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon and Fun Runs presented by the Idaho Potato Commission. All of our races take place on the flat and scenic Boise Greenbelt. All races start and finish at The Morrison Center
All courses are flat and fast for this fun full, half, 10K & 5K run on the Boise Greenbelt.
PACKET PICK UP: FRIDAY, MAY 15TH, 3:00-7:00 PM AT THE MORRISON CENTER FOR ALL DISTANCES!
Come pick up your packet and t-shirt, and visit with vendors before race day to ensure you have all the last-minute race day items. Avoid the lines on race day and pick up your packet on Friday.
DAY OF PACKET PICK UP:
Half & Full Marathon Sat, May 16, 5-6:30 am _ _
5K & 10K Sat, May 16, 8:30 am-10:00 am
START TIMES:
Marathon 7 am
Half Marathon 8 am
5K/10K 10 am
Races
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Marathon
Incl. $7.68 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$97.68
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Half Marathon
Incl. $6.33 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$76.33
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5K Spud Run
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (10:00AM MDT)
$38.96
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10k
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (10:00AM MDT)
$38.96
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2201 W Cesar Chavez Ln, Boise, 83702, ID, United States
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