Walk,Run,Read for Literacy! Sept.
About this race
We’re Back And Ready to Run for a Great Cause!
Kick off your fall event calendar with a fun-filled morning for the whole family, all in support of The Literacy Project of North Idaho. A volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping adults in our community improve their literacy and English language skills. 100% of race proceeds go directly to support our learners and literacy programs.
This year’s 5th annual event features a 5K run, as well as our popular Kids Dash, and a vibrant community gathering in Coeur d'Alene City Park/Fort Sherman Park.
🏃♀️ Race Distances
-5K Run/Walk
-Kids Dash (12 & under)
**(Kids 6 & under participate FREE in any event!)
🎉 Family Fun
Beyond the race, we’ll have something for everyone:
- Annual Book Swap & Sale – Bring a book to trade or grab a new read for just $1!
- Games, Activities – Plenty to enjoy even if you’re not running.
Prizes & Medals – Top 3 finishers in the 5K will win prizes, and all Kids Dash participants will receive medals!
📍 Course Info
The 5k race begins in Coeur d'Alene City Park and follow a scenic out-and-back route along the Idaho Centennial Trail toward Post Falls. The 5K route features a turnaround just before the Highway 95 bridge, with water stations along the way.
The Kids Dash will take place within the park on a fun, safe loop course perfect for little runners.
Why We Run:
Did you know 1 in 5 adults nationwide struggles with basic literacy? That means reading a job application, understanding a prescription, or helping their child with homework can be a daily challenge. At The Literacy Project of North Idaho, we believe literacy changes lives. Join us in making that change possible—one step, one book, and one learner at a time.
Pick your distance
Running
Walk, Run, Read 5K
This 5k course starts in CDA's City Park and continues down the Centennial Trail under the 95 bridge and back to the park. The course is paved. Strollers and wheelchairs are welcomed! No pets on the course.
Kids Dash
This course is roughly .5 miles long and follows the beautiful park path.
Virtual Run
Out of town? No problem! Mornings are not your thing? No problem! This virtual option allows you to participate, get a cool shirt and join us from the convenience of your own path.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 5 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Coeur d'Alene, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:30 AM and sets at 6:51 PM local time (PDT) in Coeur d'Alene on September 19, 2026 — 12h 20m of daylight.
Course
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Coeur d'Alene
Find upcoming events by distance:
- Coeur d'Alene 5K Races 8 races
- 10K Run Events in Coeur d'Alene 5 races
- Coeur d'Alene Half Marathons 3 races
- Coeur d'Alene Running Calendar 2026 10 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 12 Coeur d'Alene events
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