
From the Organizer
Bring the whole family and Come join us for our 7th annual Erik Gray Challenge race series ON September 19 2026. We will be raising money for a localof Cedar City going through cancer. Races distances are 5k, 1 mile, and a Kids Race. All abilities, adults, kids, walkers, and runners welcome! The mile and kids race are stroller friendly! The 5k takes place on a mixture of paved bike path and rolling dirt trail. There will be a raffle at the race where we will have donated items from local business and race sponsors! We have a virtual option as well for family and friends that cannot attend our in person race!
schedule-
Kids race-9:00
5k-9:15
1mile- 9:30
10:15- raffle and honor beneficiary
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
76°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
14%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cedar City, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
37,202
as of 2023
Elevation
5,844 ft
Nearest Airport
CDC
Cedar City Regional Airport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Erik Gray Challenge at Southview Trails
Sep 19, 2026