World Refugee Day 5k Run/Walk
- Date
- June 19, 2026
- Distance
- World Refugee Day 5k Run/Walk · Refugees Run Free 5k Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Prizes & Impact
First place will receive a $50 gift card, and second and third place finishers will receive $25 gift cards to Salt Lake Running Company.
Your race sign-up fee directly supports the community. It helps pay local food vendors and ensures refugees can participate in the race completely free of charge. 100% of funds raised go toward making this event accessible and beneficial for refugee families.
Why we run
The World Refugee Day 5K is more than a race. It is a celebration of resilience, culture, and community.
Join us as we run in support of refugees and families rebuilding their lives. Every step helps raise awareness and resources for those seeking safety, opportunity, and a fresh start.
After the race, stay and celebrate with vibrant African food, high-energy Afro Beats, and a powerful gathering of community members, leaders, and families. This is a space to connect, learn, and stand in solidarity.
Come ready to move, celebrate culture, and make a real impact.
Run with purpose. Celebrate with heart. Support refugees.
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
84°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
16%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Salt Lake Triad Ctr, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Salt Lake City, UT
Population
26,277
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
SLC
Salt Lake City International Airport · 7 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 World Refugee Day 5k Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
11
Days to train
- Race
- World Refugee Day 5k Run/Walk
- Date
- June 19, 2026
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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
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 World Refugee Day 5k Run/Walk?
- World Refugee Day 5k Run/Walk is a running race held in Salt Lake City, Utah on June 19, 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 World Refugee Day 5k Run/Walk?
- Friday, June 19, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah at 3310 S 1000 W, Salt Lake City, UT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the World Refugee Day 5k Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
World Refugee Day 5k Run/Walk
Jun 19, 2026