Race Information
Fight hunger with your feet on Thanksgiving morning!
317,000 Utahns are at risk of missing a meal today. Even more alarming is that 1 in 10 Utah kids are unsure where their next meal is coming from. The Utah Human Race is one of the largest 5K/10K events in the state, attracting close to 5,000 participants every year, and all proceeds directly benefit Utah Food Bank's mission of Fighting Hunger Statewide.
This year marks the 18th anniversary of this family-friendly race, which is a major component of our annual Holiday Food & Fund Drive. So join us in Sandy on Thanksgiving morning (November 23), preferably in costume, to help fight hunger while you make room for Thanksgiving dinner!
THERE IS NO SAME-DAY REGISTRATION!
PLEASE NOTE: TIMING CHIPS ARE UNAVAILABLE
WHEN:
Thanksgiving Day - November 23, 2023
Start Time - 8:00 a.m.
*Note that both the 5k and 10K will start at the same time following the “Start Time” process outlined below. Please arrive at the race location 30 to 45 minutes before your race starts (see above) to provide adequate time to park, warm up and get lined up into your wave start position.
WHERE:
Sandy Promenade - 10085 S. Centennial Parkway - Sandy, UT 84020
ROUTE:
START TIME:
The race starts at 8:00 a.m. for all runners, with 10K runners at the front. On race day, there will be flags and signs indicating where to line up based on how quickly you will be running or walking (pace time), fastest to slowest, so that the course can be as safe and clear as possible for all participants. We ask that you make your way to the designated area for your pace time at least 10 minutes before the race begins.
We will be using a wave start, which means each pace time group will be set off at short intervals. This helps lessen overcrowding on the course, increases safety, and ensures that faster runners are not trying to weave around those running or walking at a slower pace. If you wish to participate with family and friends, be sure you ALL choose the same pace time category.
PARKING:
Parking will fill up early! We recommend parking near Target in Sandy. There is also parking available at REI/Momentum, Sandy One Center, Aetna and Del Sol. No parking will be allowed on the route. See map above for parking details!
PRICING & DEADLINES:
ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21 @ 5PM! EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT OF $5/PERSON AUTOMATICALLY APPLIED THROUGH 10/31!
- 5K:
- 10/1-11/21: $30/person
- 11/22: $35/person (register in-person at packet pick up)
- 10K:
- 10/1-11/21: $35/person
- 11/22: $35/person (register in-person at packet pick up)
REGISTRATION:
I registered but can no longer run. Can I get a refund? Due to the costs of ordering shirts and preparing for race day after you register, we cannot refund your registrations unless there is a charge error through the registration system. You are still welcome to pick up your shirt and race packet. Part of your registration fees are considered a donation and will help us Fight Hunger Statewide.
Do I need to register/pay for my child in a Stroller? No. There is no charge for children in strollers or wagons, but only paid registrants will receive a race shirt.
Why do you need my email address? Your email address is used to send you packet pick-up information, race day information, reminders, race updates and information about Utah Food Bank.
What shirt sizes are available? One long sleeve (unisex) race shirt comes with every registration completed, up to 3250 registrants. If we run out of shirts, a shirt from the previous year will be provided. Shirts are available in Youth Sizes S-L and Adult Sizes XS-3XL. Shirts are not guaranteed for registrations completed during Packet Pick Up. During registration, if the shirt size you request is sold out, it will no longer be displayed - in that case, please pick the closest available size.
THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OR PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY! FOR PACKET PICK-UP DETAILS, CLICK HERE.
PETS:
For your pet's safety and the safety of all event participants, dogs are prohibited per Sandy City ordinances. Dogs are also not permitted in the pre-and post-race areas. Please leave them at home on race day as we will have to ask any people who show up with dogs to either leave them in their car during the race or you will be turned away. No refunds will be offered. Please be sure to share this information with any of your race teammates who may not directly see this information.
