The Ascent 5k Race

Event Overview

• Event Type: The Ascent 5K is a run, walk, or roll event hosted by The Phoenix Journey, a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering those with autoimmune diseases.
• Community Focus: This event isn’t just a race, it’s a movement of resilience, community, and hope.
• Costume Encouragement: We are encouraging group participants to come rocking their best costumes.
• Date & Location: Join us on Saturday, March 28th in Spring, TX at Rob Fleming Park for a family-friendly celebration.

The Ascent 5K — Run | Walk | Roll

• Competition: Competitive, timed 5K with age-group awards for registered runners.
• Awards: Additional awards for Best Costume(s), Most Creative Costume(s), & Largest Group.
• Participation: Walkers, rollers, and fun-run participants are welcome at any pace.
• Finisher Perks: Custom race shirt + finisher medal for all participants.

Kids Dash (.25 Mile)

• Race for Kids: A short, exciting race for children 10 and under to experience the fun of racing the Ascent!
• Awards: Top 3 finishers receive awards.

Volunteer & Run Option

• Join Us: Help us bring The Ascent to life - and then run it!
• Arrival Time: Arrive 1.5 hours before race start, assist with setup and registration.
• Benefits: Includes our best participant discount.
• Community Celebration: Celebrate with the community as a volunteer at the finish line.

Race-Day Details

• Packet Pick-Up: 7:00 AM – Race HQ at Rob Fleming Park, 6055 Creekside Forest Dr, Spring, TX 77389.
• Schedule:
  • 7:55 AM – Prayer & Pledge.
  • 8:00 AM – Kids Dash Start.
  • 8:15 AM – The Ascent 5K Start.
  • 9:15 AM – Course Closes.

Why We Run

• Daily Challenges: For those living with autoimmune disease, every day brings new challenges, physical, emotional, and mental.
• Commemoration: The Ascent 5K honors that. Whether you’re an autoimmune warrior, caregiver, family member, supporter, or advocate, this event is a chance to stand together.
• Invitation: We invite you, your family, and your community to join us for an unforgettable day of hope, movement, and unity.
• Gratitude: Every step makes a difference. With gratitude, ~ The Phoenix Journey Team.

Event Safety, Weather & Refund Policy

• Safety Priority: The safety of all participants, volunteers, and spectators is our top priority.
• Weather Policies: In the event of inclement weather, the start time of this event may be delayed by up to 1 hour.
• Cancellations: If conditions turn unsafe, the event may be cancelled at the discretion of the Race Director.
• Refund Policy: We have a strict no-refund policy.

Further Information

For additional details and to register, please visit The Ascent 5K Race page.