Run for the Angels Memorial Run and Family Day is a 5-mile running event taking place in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho on October 4, 2026. The race starts at 11:00 AM from 1805 Tilford Lane. Entry is $25.00. This memorial run combines a competitive race format with family-friendly activities, making it suitable for runners of varying abilities who want to participate in a community event. The mid-morning start time allows for flexible travel schedules. Whether you're targeting a solid 5-mile effort or running for the event's commemorative purpose, this race offers an accessible option in the Coeur d'Alene area.
From the Race Organizer
Join Us for the 14th Annual Run for the Angels Fun Run and Family Day | Sunday, October 4, 2026 | Riverstone Park Whether you run, jog, or stroll, this meaningful community event welcomes everyone. Run for the Angels is a special day to honor and remember babies and children who died suddenly and unexpectedly. Together, we raise awareness of pregnancy, infant, and child death—and show grieving families they are not alone. Proceeds support the emotional support programs of the Northwest Infant Survival & SIDS Alliance (NISSA). 🌻Event Highlights Sponsor Booths | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Visit with local organizations and businesses making a difference in our community. 💗Memory Making Station | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Create a luminary, paint a memory rock, or design a button in honor of your child (bring a photo if you'd like). 📣Silent Auction Held in person this year! Bid on unique items and experiences. All proceeds benefit NISSA’s programs. Want to donate? Contact Liz at 208-557-4371. 🕯️Remembrance Ceremony | 1:00 – 1:30 PM Held at the amphitheater near the pond, we’ll read aloud the names of the children we’re honoring. If you’d like your child’s name read or want a memorial sign placed along the route, please fill out our Name Submission Form. The ceremony will also be streamed live on Facebook for those who can’t attend in person. 👟 Fun Run / Walk | Starts at 1:30 PM A scenic ~2.5-mile course along the Centennial Trail, with views of the Spokane River. Participants are welcome to walk or run at their own pace. The course closes at 3:00 PM. Strollers and bicycles welcome. Over 130 memorial signs will line the route, each honoring a beloved child. 📍 Location Riverstone Park | Coeur d’Alene, ID Enjoy the beauty of fall in the Northwest as we gather in love and remembrance. 🎽 Runner Registration & Packet Pick-Up Sunday, October 4th | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Check in at Riverstone Park to collect your shirt and race bag before the run begins. ⚠️ Cancellation Policy Run for the Angels will take place rain or shine. If hazardous conditions require cancellation, registration fees will be considered a donation to NISSA. We’ll make arrangements for shirt and bag pick-up. No refunds will be issued.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 4.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Coeur D Alene, ID.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Run for the Angels Memorial Run and Family Day 2026 — Coeur D Alene, ID?
Run for the Angels Memorial Run and Family Day 2026 — Coeur D Alene, ID takes place on October 4, 2026. The race is held in Coeur D Alene, Idaho.
Where is Run for the Angels Memorial Run and Family Day 2026 — Coeur D Alene, ID held?
Run for the Angels Memorial Run and Family Day 2026 — Coeur D Alene, ID is held at 1805 Tilford Lane in Coeur D Alene, Idaho.
Where can I find hotels near Run for the Angels Memorial Run and Family Day 2026 — Coeur D Alene, ID?
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