Great Futures 5K & 10K
- Date
- August 29, 2026
- Location
- 522 Mason Ln, Nampa, ID
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 10K Run/Walk · Youth 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Be a Champion for Local Kids! Join us for 2nd Annual Great Futures 5K & 10K, presented by Fleet Feet Treasure Valley, on Saturday, August 29.
NOTE: MUST SIGN UP BY JULY 24 TO GUARANTEE T-SHIRT.
Lace up your shoes and make a difference in the lives of young people right here in Nampa. Every stride you take in this community-focused event supports the vital programs of the Boys & Girls Club of Canyon County, empowering them to reach their full potential.
Imagine crossing the finish line at Centennial Elementary, knowing you've contributed to a stronger future for our kids. This isn't just a race; it's an opportunity to champion their dreams! Enjoy these courses along the Nampa Greenbelt, a commemorative t-shirt and finisher item, and the inspiring energy of fellow supporters. This event is perfect for all runners and walkers alike.
Please consider donating a gently used pair of shoes at Fleet Feet Meridian or Fleet Feet Nampa and receive $5 off your race registration. Let's step up for our kids together! It would be best to drop off donations at one of the shops but feel free to bring your donated shoes to the event. Our goal is to get as many kids a fresh pair of shoes for the upcoming school year as possible!
Youth members of the Boys & Girls Club of Canyon County participate for FREE! Are you or your child a member? Please reach out to info@boiserunning.com to receive your free entry and discounted t shirt.
Register today and become a champion for the Boys & Girls Club! This race is brought to you by Boise Running. CLICK HERE to learn more about other upcoming events that do good for the community!
CLICK HERE view the 5K Course Map. 10K Course Map coming soon! Thank you Nampa Packs & Recreation + The City of Nampa for facilitating this event and allowing us to use the beautiful Wilson Trail. Upon arriving at the event, please park at Centennial Elementary. Please email info@boiserunning.com with any questions about the event.
Interested in volunteering? Sign up HERE.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
88°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
6%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Nampa Sugar Factory, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Nampa, ID
Population
106,289
as of 2023
Elevation
2,449 ft
Nearest Airport
BOI
Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field · 20 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Great Futures 5K & 10K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Great Futures 5K & 10K?
- Great Futures 5K & 10K is a running race held in Nampa, Idaho on August 29, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Great Futures 5K & 10K?
- Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Nampa, Idaho at 522 Mason Ln, Nampa, ID. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Great Futures 5K & 10K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Great Futures 5K & 10K
Aug 29, 2026