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5K Celebration

Confidence through
Accomplishment

Each season comes to an end with a celebratory 5K. This closing event gives program participants of all abilities a tangible sense of accomplishment. Crossing the finish line instills confidence through completion and is a joyful moment program participants always remember! Everyone in our program receives a commemorative medal to celebrate this incredible achievement.

5K Celebration

Confidence through
Accomplishment
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Mom and daughter hold hands on the 5K course
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Friends taking a picture at the GOTR backdrop
Participants crossing the finish line

5K Event Details

Event
Girls on the Run 5K
Date
April 18, 2026
Location

Wesley Bolin Plaza
1700 W Washington St
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Time

6:00 a.m. - Packet Pickup/Registration Opens
8:00 a.m. - Girls on the Run 5K

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Inspire and be inspired! All ages, genders and abilities are welcome! This unique, high-energy, FUN event features super soft event shirts in a choice of ladies tank or unisex crew neck styles, sparkly 5K event medals and a flat course with spirited cheer zones along the route. Following the 5K, participants and spectators are invited to enjoy the event festival which includes music, activities, empowerment and fun.

Price

  Price
November 1 - November 30 $30
December 1 - January 31 $35
February 1 - March 14 $40
March 15 - April 11 $45
April 12 thru event day $50

 

NOTE: Current GOTR and Heart & Sole Program participants and coaches have already been registered for the 5K and DO NOT need to register.

5K Registration

Please tag us and use these event hashtags for sharing your photos and videos: #GOTR5KFUN and #GOTR5KAZ

Click here for the event results and linked photos
If the event photographers took any pictures of you, they will be linked in these results. If you have a girl in the program you will want to search using her Running Buddy’s bib number/name.

Click here to view the event album from Ron French Photography

Click here to view the event album from Marion Rhoades Photography
Password: GOTR2026

Big thanks to Ron and Marion for these fantastic photos!

And a big thank you to 12 News for highlighting the magic of GOTR 5K Day!

 

Optional Early Packet Pickup: All pre-registered participants (including Public 5K, Sparkle Runners and Running Buddies) can pick up their 5K packets in advance.

Early packet pick up will be available at the GOTR office on:

  • Friday, April 10 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 11 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Monday, April 13 from 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday, April 14 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday, April 15 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, April 16 from 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Friday, April 17 from 9:00 a.m. – Noon

The address is: 7721 E. Gray Rd., Ste 103, Scottsdale, AZ 85260. The entrance is on the east side of the building. It IS acceptable to have someone pick up your packet for you.

We will also have lots of fun merch for sale.

*** Please note that girls who are currently in the Girls on the Run or Heart & Sole programs DO NOT collect anything at packet pickup. They will wear their program shirts to the 5K and will receive their bib number etc. from their coach on event day in the Team Meeting Area.

Event Day Packet Pickup: If you do not opt for early pickup you can do so on event morning at the 5K site starting at 6:00 a.m.

Volunteers smiling working packet pick up

For safety, no furry friends are allowed on the course or at the event, so please leave all pets at home on 5K day! Pet owners will be asked to remove their pets from the venue if spotted at the event.

In order to best support their girl and be able to move at her happy pace, Running Buddies should NOT run or walk with a stroller.

Public 5K and 1-mile participants are welcome to run/walk with a stroller. For safety, please plan to line up at the back of the Public wave start.

Spectators’ and participants’ safety is top priority for race officials and Girls on the Run. This event will take place rain or shine, and every attempt will be made to conduct the event as scheduled.

In the event of inclement weather or any other circumstances which might jeopardize the safety or health of participants, the event committee reserves the right to delay the start of the event. Announcements will be made at the venue updating participants of any delays on race morning and on social media.

If we are forced to completely cancel the event for safety reasons: email notifications will be sent to all participants, coaches will be notified and updates will also be posted on this page. There is no rain date and no refunds.

Awards will be given for the Public 5K event only. Overall awards are store gifts cards that have been generously donated by Sole Sports/Runner's Den. A big thanks to them as award sponsors. Additional awards will be distributed to the top three in each age group: 11 & under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & over. Age group and overall awards for the Public 5K will be available for pick up at the Event Day Registration tent as soon as results are posted. All 5K participants will receive a medal at the finish line.

If the event photographers take any pictures of you, they will be linked within the results. If you have a girl in the program you will want to search using her Running Buddy’s bib number/name. 

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