West Valley Vet Run
About this race
Run. Honor. Celebrate.
Join us for the 13th Annual West Valley Veterans Day Ceremony & 5K/1-Mile Walk/Run
📅Date: Friday, November 7th, 2026
📍 Location: Estrella Mountain Community College - 3000 N Dysart Rd, Avondale, AZ 85392
🏃♂️Events: 5K Run / 1 Mile Run/Walk
This Veterans Day, be part of something bigger. Lace up for a morning filled with energy, gratitude, and community pride as we honor our nation’s heroes. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or enjoying a fun stroll with family, the West Valley Vet Run has something for everyone!
This is a timed run for those ready to race, plus a relaxed 1-mile run/walk perfect for families and casual runners.
YOUR RUN MAKES A DIFFERENCE: 100% of proceeds benefit the Dr. Ernest Lara – EMCC Veterans Scholarship Fund, helping student veterans overcome financial barriers to higher education.
🚓🚒 FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES: The City of Avondale’s Police & Fire Departments will be on-site with interactive, family-friendly activities kids will love!
♥ Frios will be onsite serving their gourmet popsicles—free for the first 100 guests!
Modern Grind will also be present with free coffee and treats!
SPOTS FILL FAST! Don’t miss your chance to run, honor, and give back.
Register now and be part of the tradition that brings our community together every Veterans Day!
We will continue to offer a discount for Veterans and Military participants. Please complete registration, then select the checkbox that certifies you are a Veteran and/or Military participant.
The first 400 Registrants will receive a Finisher's Medal.
No pets are allowed to participate in the run!
Packet Pick Up: Friday, November 7th 12:00PM - 3:00PM @ EMCC (Parking Lot A, in front of Estrella Hall by the book drop)
Race Day Packet Pick Up: 8:00 AM - 9:00AM. (Packets will NOT be handed out after 9:00AM, NO EXCEPTIONS. We encourage everyone to picket up their packets before the race as per the assigned date and time to do so.)
Start Times: 1 Mile - 9:45AM/5K - 10:00AM
Veterans Ceremony & Race Placements: 11:00AM @ Estrella North Plaza.
This event is designed to be family-friendly and community-oriented, making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy a day out with your loved ones.
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5K
1 Mile
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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, 2 Avondale events
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