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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
56th Street and Indian School, Phoenix AZ
Distance
5K
Typical weather
70–94°F · low rain risk
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62–94°F
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69–80°F
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68–95°F
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66–83°F
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About this race
Battle of the Branches 5K
Date: October 3, 2026
Location: 56th Street and Indian School, Phoenix, AZ
Registration Link: Register Here
Event Overview
- Purpose: Annual event to raise awareness in the fight against Veteran suicide.
- Competition: A friendly competition between all branches of the military.
- Winner: One Branch wins the title for the most registered participants.
- Benefits: The real winners are Veterans, their families, and participants.
Support for Veterans
- Proceeds: Support Veteran-specific services, including Navigation, Peer Support, Advocacy, and Education.
- Statistics: 22 Veterans per day complete suicide, which is higher compared to the general population.
- Goals: Rally Point Arizona Navigator program aims to reduce these numbers.
- Resources: Guidance, access to resources, and peer support for Veterans.
Registration Information
- Discount: Children ages 12 and under save $15 on registration (discount reflected during registration).
- Mail-in Registration: Complete and return the Mail-in Registration Form.
- Virtual Option: Participate from anywhere: includes swag and medal. Visit Rally Point Arizona for more information.
- Eligibility: Virtual Registrations restricted to US addresses only.
Event Schedule
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- 6:30 AM: Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration Opens
- 7:00 AM: Welcome Address
- 7:30 AM: 5K Begins
- 8:30 AM: Closing Ceremony and Awards Begins (approx.)
Race Day Information
- Packet Pickup: Opens at 6:30 AM at Arizona Falls.
- Payment: Cash and credit cards accepted on race day. Price will be $50.
- Accessibility: Wheelchairs, strollers & wagons welcome: must start at the back of the pack.
- Prohibitions: Bicycles, roller blades/skates, skateboards, or motorized devices are not allowed.
What You Get
- Finisher's Medal: Custom event finisher's medal for all participants.
- T-Shirt: Custom event Dri-Fit tech shirt for all participants.
- Awards: Age group awards for Top Three Male and Female participants.
- Food: Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" provided.
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