From the Organizer
Please join us on Saturday morning, May 1, for the 2027 Kick for Kenya 5K!
Run or walk for a cause - race proceeds will be used to fund projects in rural southeastern Kenya in partnership with Kenya Kids (US-based nonprofit), Touch Africa Child Education Project (TACEP, a Kenyan NGO), Gotani Community Development Organization (GCDO), and other local Kenyan community partners, in particular to improve public health, provide educational opportunities, and address ongoing food and water insecurity.
Race Notes:
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Registration, Entry Fees, and Donations
- Early bird pricing (through March 31) is $35.
- All but $10 of the entry fee (which goes to cover race costs) is tax deductible.
- Entry fee goes up to $40 on April 1 (the cost to provide a K-8 child in Kenya with education for a month) and $45 (cost to provide day high school for a child in Kenya) the week of the race through raceday morning.
- Additional donations (any amount) also welcome.
- Although race day registration will be available, pre-registration is highly encouraged so we can start on time and ensure we have sufficient bib numbers, timing chips, and post-race food for everyone!
- Early bird pricing (through March 31) is $35.
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Packet Pickup and Parking
- Pre-race packet pickup will be available at two times and locations:
- Eastwind Community Church (4750 S Surprise Way, Boise, ID 83716), 8:30 AM-1:30 PM on Sunday, April 25.
- Fleet Feet Treasure Valley's Meridian location in The Village (3573 E. Longwing Lane, #105, Meridian, ID 83646), Noon-6 PM on Friday, April 30.
- Day of Race
- Packet pickup will run 8-9 AM in the Eastwind Community Church parking lot on Saturday, May 1.
- Parking will be available across the street at Eagle Christian Church (4601 S Surprise Way, Boise, ID 83716).
- Because the start/finish line is located in the Eastwind Community Church parking lot, the lot will be closed from 8 AM to noon, so please plan accordingly.
- Carpooling or biking to the race is highly encouraged.
- Pre-race packet pickup will be available at two times and locations:
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Race
- Start/finish in the Eastwind Community Church parking lot.
- Starting gun will go off promptly at 9:30 AM!
- Course runs out and back along the Surprise Valley bike path to the turnaround at Highway 21.
- Awards will start at 10:30 AM.
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Amenities
- Accurate out-and-back course on flat, scenic bike path
- Course marshals at all intersections for traffic control
- Mile splits
- Aid station near turnaround
- Post-race food and party
- Great prizes for top finishers and more!
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Course Records
- Open
- Men: Austen Apperson, 15:20 (2026)
- Women: Amanda Dunne, 19:58 (2022)
- Kids (12 and under)
- Boys: Jack Alexander, 21:05 (2026)
- Girls: Nadia Kouskov, 21:41 (2023)
- Youth (13-19)
- Boys: Luke Drescher and Royal Colley, 17:58 (2023)
- Girls: Nora Robinson, 22:15 (2023)
- Masters (40+)
- Men: Ben Gall, 16:57 (2025)
- Women: Amanda Dunne, 20:55 (2024)
- Seniors (50+)
- Men: John Foster, 17:05 (2025)
- Women: Amy Ray, 26:58 (2026)
- Grand Masters (60+)
- Men: Rafael Lara, 23:00 (2026)
- Women: Lois Allen, 28:32 (2023)
- Veterans (70+)
- Men: Larry Rich, 28:03 (2025)
- Women: Gail Langseth, 29:40 (2024)
- Open
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
67°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Boise Air Terminal, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Boise, ID
Population
235,701
as of 2023
Elevation
2,866 ft
Nearest Airport
BOI
Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field · 1 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Kick for Kenya 5K?
- Kick for Kenya 5K is a running race held in Boise, Idaho on May 1, 2027. 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 Kick for Kenya 5K?
- Saturday, May 1, 2027 in Boise, Idaho at 4750 South Surprise Way, Boise, ID. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Kick for Kenya 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Kick for Kenya 5K
May 1, 2027