The USA Project Valor Badizo 5K takes place on October 16, 2026, in Washington City, Utah, starting at Sullivan Park at 8:00 AM. The 5K event costs $35 to enter. If you're traveling to the area for the race, you'll have the flexibility of a virtual participation option, which may be useful if your travel plans are uncertain. Washington City sits in Southern Utah, making it accessible for athletes planning a regional racing trip in the fall.
From the Race Organizer
USA Project Valor & Badizo to Support Utah's Homeless Veterans (Southern Utah) USA Project Valor Website Homes for Veterans: Rebuilding Lives, Restoring Hope 📅 Date: Saturday, October 17, 2025 🕖 Time: Check-in begins at 7:00 am (MST), 5k Run/Walk - 8:00am 📍 Location: Sullivan Park, Washington City, Utah — or join virtually from anywhere! Event Options 🏃 5K Run/Walk 🏃 5K VIRTUAL Run/Walk Whether you're joining us in person or supporting from afar, every step you take brings us closer to providing housing and hope for our nation's veterans. Why It Matters Join us for a 5K run/walk that’s about more than just the finish line — it’s about bringing hope and a brighter future to USU's Student Veterans and Utah's Homeless and Aging Veterans. USA Project Valor, a non-profit committed to ending veteran homelessness in Utah and needs your support. Whether you walk, run, or cheer, your participation helps tackle a critical issue and changes lives. Tell your friends. Post it. Share it. Every voice helps grow the impact. Together, we can change lives! Choose Your Experience 🏞️ In-Person 8/29/2026: Run or Walk at: Sullivan Park, Washington City (St. George) 965 S Washington Fields Rd Washington, UT 84780 💻 Virtual 10/16/2026 - 10/18/2026: Participate anywhere — just track and submit your time! The Virtual run/walk goes three days, from October 16, 17, or 18th. All participants receive: Short sheelve tri-blend t-shirt (NOTE: To guarantee your event T-shirt on Race Day, you must register by October 7, 2026. Registrations after this date will not include a shirt, as we need time to print and deliver them before race day on October 17th.) Bib numer Projet USA Valor sticker Official finish time Post-race refreshments (in-person) Registration Fee is $35 Other Activities 🇺🇸 Flag Cremony: 7:30am 🎉 Games for young kids 8:00am - 11:00am 🚚 Food trucks and local vendors 8:30am - 11:00am 🎶 Live band performance 9:30am - 11:00am 🚘 Car Show 9:00am - 11:00am 🎁 Prize giveaways and Silent Auction, Starting after 5k run and going through the morning Come and meet our Veterans... Proudly Sponsored By : USU Project Valor • Badizo (Run, Walk, Go)
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 16.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Washington City, UT.
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 Join Us for the 2026 USA Project Valor Badizo 5K Run (Southern Utah) 2026 — Washington City, UT?
Join Us for the 2026 USA Project Valor Badizo 5K Run (Southern Utah) 2026 — Washington City, UT takes place on October 16, 2026. The race is held in Washington City, Utah.
Where is Join Us for the 2026 USA Project Valor Badizo 5K Run (Southern Utah) 2026 — Washington City, UT held?
Join Us for the 2026 USA Project Valor Badizo 5K Run (Southern Utah) 2026 — Washington City, UT is held at Sullivan Park, Washinton City, Utah in Washington City, Utah.
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