Battle of the Branches 5K

Battle of the Branches 5K

56th Street and Indian School, Phoenix, United States

Date: October 4, 2025

Time: 2:30 PM MST

Courses and Prices

• 5K Run/Walk: $35, $40, or $45 (Individual Age group/open)
• Virtual Run: $35, $40, or $45 (Individual Age group/open)

Description: Battle of the Branches is an annual event to raise awareness in the fight against Veteran suicide. The 5K Run / Walk event is a friendly competition between all branches of the military. Proceeds support Veteran-specific services. Your registration helps in the Fight against Veteran Suicide. Children ages 12 and under Save $15 on your 5K registration!

Virtual Run Details: Can’t attend in-person? Participate virtually! Receive a finisher's medal and dri-fit tech t-shirt. Virtual registrations are restricted to US addresses only.

What You Get: Custom Event Finisher's Medal, Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt, Age Group Awards, Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch", Chip Timed Results

Race Day Information: Race day packet pickup and registration open at 6:30 AM at Arizona Falls. Prices on race day will be $50. We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons. Bicycles, roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are not allowed. Leashed pets are welcome. No bag check. Event takes place rain or shine; no refunds or transfers due to weather.

Packet Pick-Up: Friday, October 3rd, 3-6 PM at Sole Sports in Arcadia (4730 E Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018). On race day starting at 6:30 AM at Arizona Falls.

Event Schedule:

• Fri, Oct 3, 2025, 3:00 PM: Packet Pickup at Sole Sports
• Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 6:30 AM: Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration Opens
• Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 7:00 AM: Welcome Address
• Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 7:20 AM: Color Guard Presentation
• Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 7:25 AM: Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration Closes
• Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 7:30 AM: 5K Begins
• Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 8:30 AM: Closing Ceremony and Awards Begins (approx.)