Saint Alphonsus Capitol Classic Kids Run

Race Overview

Secure your spot now for the Saint Alphonsus Capitol Classic Kids Run! Open to kids ages 6 to 14 of all abilities.

• Date: 2026-05-30
• Location: 700 W Jefferson St, Boise, ID 83702, Boise, ID
• Distance: One-mile journey
• Finish Fair: Culminates in a festive Finish Fair at Cecil D. Andrus Park by the State Capitol.

Registration Information

In-Person registration will be available on race day, May 18th, at the Registration Tent from 7-9am.

Adaptive Course

The Capitol Classic encourages kids with all abilities to participate. There is an adaptive course for kids with physical or mental disabilities that starts at 9:30 prior to the main race.

• Contact: For questions on the adaptive course, please contact Race Director, Griffin Gettman at 208 871 6866 or Kate Mason at 208-367-4250.

Financial Assistance

All children deserve the chance to realize their potential and participate in our events. To receive financial assistance, please email racedirector@:ymcatvidaho.org.

Race History

The Saint Alphonsus Capitol Classic Race was started by Ron and Betsy Twilegar in 1983 to encourage young people to become interested in physical fitness, especially running.

• First Race: Held on September 2, 1983, with 1,000 children running from the State Capitol Building to the Union Pacific Depot.
• Involvement: Dr. Michael and Kirsten Coughlin got Saint Alphonsus involved in supporting the race in 1987.
• Tradition: The race date was changed to the end of the school year and has continued as a tradition for many Treasure Valley families.

Parents' Information

PARENTS! Listen Up!

• Running with Kids: Yes! However, please note the following:
• Position: If you want to run alongside your child, please start at the back of the pack, behind the start line of the 6-year-olds.
• Limit: Only one grownup per child, please.
• Registration: Adults will not receive a medal or shirt and need not register.
• Volunteers: If you’d like to be one of the adult volunteers to ensure safety along the course, please visit this link to sign up.

Let’s let the kids shine! Thank you for supporting their sense of accomplishment!

IncludeAbility Partnership

IncludeAbility is Partnering with the Capitol Classic again in 2026! IncludeAbility provides:

• Free Entry: For runners with Physical/Intellectual Challenges.
• Support: Team IncludeAbility will provide volunteers to serve as Race Buddies for extra support, encouragement, and fun to any participant who requests one!
• Email: To request a running buddy, email racedirector@:ymcatvidaho.org.
• Mission: IncludeAbility promotes the inclusion of youth with physical and/or intellectual challenges in mainstream sports. For more information visit: includeability.org.

Race URL

For more information about the race, visit the official race page.