Scotty Gomez 5K Run or Walk
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
From the Organizer
Lace up your running shoes and let’s go! Show off your favorite hockey or sports jersey & join us for the 6th annual Scotty Gomez Foundation 5K. This 5K RUN or WALK will be held along Ship Creek trail near downtown Anchorage.
The Scotty Gomez Foundation is dedicated to providing opportunities and assistance for youth hockey in Alaska. With this 5K run and other events, we can make hockey affordable for youth in Alaska.
60+ Door Prizes will be awarded before and after the race, so don't forget to claim your raffle tickets at the start of the race.
See you there!
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
56°
Typical Low
37°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Campbell Creek Sci Ctr, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Anchorage, AK
Population
289,069
as of 2023
Elevation
156 ft
Nearest Airport
ANC
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Alaska 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?
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96
Days to train
- Race
- Scotty Gomez 5K Run or Walk
- Date
- September 12, 2026
Coming Up
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Half Marathon
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Scotty Gomez 5K Run or Walk?
- Scotty Gomez 5K Run or Walk is a running race held in Anchorage, Alaska on September 12, 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 Scotty Gomez 5K Run or Walk?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Anchorage, Alaska at 111 W Ship Creek Ave, Anchorage, AK. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Scotty Gomez 5K Run or Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Scotty Gomez 5K Run or Walk
Sep 12, 2026