15th Annual Stride for Sight 5K and 1 Mile

15th Annual Stride for Sight 5K and 1 Mile

Date: February 28, 2026

Location: 9500 E Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ

For more information and registration, visit: Stride for Sight Race

Event Overview

• Unique Experience: Stride for Sight 5K is a unique event for all ages and abilities.
• Inclusivity: Blind and sighted runners compete together.
• Fundraising: The event will help fund the comprehensive programs at the Foundation for Blind Children.
• Features: Timed 5K and a relaxed 1-mile walk in Scottsdale.

Blindfold Challenge

• Adventure: Compete in the 5K blindfolded with a sighted guide.
• Teamwork: Create a 2-person team to run while using each other as guides.
• Flexibility: Roles can be traded halfway through the race.
• Equipment: Blindfolds and tethers will be provided.

Event Details and Schedule

Mail-in Registration Form

• Registration: Complete and return the Mail-in Registration Form.
• Payment: Checks should be made payable to StartLine Racing.
• Deadline: Mail-in registrations accepted until February 23, 2026.

What You Get!

• Medal: Custom Event Finisher's Medal for all participants on race day.
• T-Shirt: Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt for all participants.
• Awards: Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups in the 5K.
• Brunch: Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc).

Race Day Information

• Registration Time: Begins at 7 AM at Arizona Boardwalk.
• Payment: Cash or credit card accepted on race day (no checks).
• Cost: Registration costs $40 for both 5K and 1 Mile.
• Accessibility: Wheelchairs, strollers & wagons are welcome.

Course Maps

• 5K Course Map
• 1M Course Map

Packet Pickup Opportunities

• Friday, February 27: Packet Pick-Up at Sole Sports from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (map).
• Saturday, February 28: Packet Pickup at Arizona Boardwalk beginning at 7 AM.

Event Schedule

• February 27, 2026: 3:00 PM - Packet Pick-Up at Sole Sports.
• February 28, 2026: 7:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick-up and Registration Opens.
• February 28, 2026: 8:00 AM - 5K Begins.
• February 28, 2026: 8:10 AM - 1 Mile Begins.
• February 28, 2026: 9:00 AM - Award Ceremony Begins (approx).