GEF Run for Fun 5K & 1-Mile Run/Walk and GPS Community Fiesta

GEF Run for Fun 5K & 1-Mile Run/Walk and GPS Community Fiesta

Presented by the Gilbert Education Foundation and Gilbert Public Schools.

Lace up your sneakers and join the Gilbert Education Foundation’s annual Run for Fun 5K and 1-Mile Run/Walk, followed by the exciting Gilbert Public School’s Community Fiesta! Every step helps support health and enrichment programs for Gilbert Public Schools students and staff.

After the race, enjoy the family fun with a Live DJ, Food Trucks, Arts & Crafts, Family Games & Prizes, and a Mascot Race. The GPS Fiesta begins immediately after the race and continues until 12:00 PM.

Registration Fees:

• 5K: $35.00 (Student Rate: $25.00)
• 1 Mile Run/Walk: $30.00 (Student Rate: $15.00)
• Race Day Registration: $40.00 (Non-students), $30.00 (Students)

What You Get:

• Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt (Option to select 'No Shirt' and receive $5 off)
• Custom Event Finisher's Medal (5K participants only)
• Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups (5K participants only)
• Pre- and Post-Race Hydration Station
• Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (5K Race Participants only)

Race Day Information:

• Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-Up available starting at 7:30 AM at Campo Verde High School.
• Accepts cash or credit card on race day.
• Wheelchairs and strollers are welcome. Walker friendly!
• No roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices allowed on courses.
• No pets on school property.
• Event will take place rain or shine. No refunds due to weather.

Packet Pickup Opportunities:

• Friday, February 20th from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Cadence Running Company (3107 S Gilbert Road, Gilbert, AZ 85295).
• Saturday, February 21st starting at 7:30 AM at the race site.

Event Schedule:

• Friday, February 20, 2026
  3:00 PM - Packet Pick-up at Cadence Running Company
• Saturday, February 21, 2026
  7:30 AM - Race Day Packet Pick-up and Registration Opens
  8:30 AM - 5K Run Begins
  8:40 AM - Race Day Packet Pick-up and Registration Closes
  8:45 AM - 1 Mile Run/Walk Begins
  9:30 AM - Awards Begin (approximate)

Contact Information:

• Event Contact: StartLine Racing
• Phone: +1 480-912-7878
• Website: Visit website
• Sponsorship Contact: Theresa Dootson, Gilbert Education Foundation at [email protected] or 480.239.5117