Hope in the Desert 5k
Hope in the Desert 5k is a running race on November 14, 2026 in Gilbert, AZ.
- Date
- November 14, 2026 (105 days to go)
- Location
- 1045 E Juniper Rd, Gilbert, AZ
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for a community 5K run/walk focused on hope, unity, and purpose. This family-friendly event welcomes all ages and fitness levels! Run, jog, or walk at your own pace.
Our goal is to bring the community together to support efforts that help protect vulnerable children and raise awareness for the fight against exploitation.
A meaningful morning you won’t forget. No timing pressure, just movement and impact.
Bring your friends, family & energy!
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
78°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
7%
Based on US Climate Normals data from E Mesa, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Gilbert, AZ
Population
271,118
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,270 ft
Nearest Airport
PHX
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport · 17 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Hope in the Desert 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
105
Days to train
- Race
- Hope in the Desert 5k
- Date
- November 14, 2026
- Location
- 1045 E Juniper Rd, Gilbert, AZ
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
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Coming Up
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Make it a Racecation
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Hope in the Desert 5k
Nov 14, 2026