Utah Human Race

This Thanksgiving, every step you take helps put food on the table for Utah families.

Right now, 445,000 Utahns are at risk of missing a meal—including 1 in 5 children who don't know where their next meal will come from. Together, we can help change that. Join thousands of runners, walkers, families, and friends at the 21st annual Utah Human Race, one of Utah's largest Thanksgiving Day 5K/10K traditions. Each year, nearly 5,000 participants come together with one purpose: to support Utah Food Bank's mission of Fighting Hunger Statewide.

Every registration directly benefits Utah Food Bank and helps provide meals to neighbors in need. Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking with loved ones, or showing off your favorite Thanksgiving costume, you'll be making a meaningful difference with every mile. Kick off your Thanksgiving morning in Sandy on November 26 with a race that gives back. Burn a few calories, create lasting memories, and help ensure more Utah families can enjoy a Thanksgiving meal.

Register today—and fight hunger with your feet.

NO SAME-DAY REGISTRATION OR TIMING CHIPS.

Per Sandy City, NO PETS!

Become a Fundraiser for the Utah Human Race!

How do I become a Fundraiser?

• Click on "Become a Fundraiser" to begin
• Follow the prompts to enter information about your personal fundraiser - name, tagline, even your own URL!
• Either keep the default goal or increase it if you wish!
• Use the provided description or customize it with your own message. You can also add photos and share your personal story to inspire people to donate!
• Share your fundraising page with friends, family and on social media to start raising money
• You'll be able to monitor your progress and thank your donors as you reach your fundraising goals right from your page.

Want to Fundraise as a Team?

Use this option if you want to have one umbrella team with multiple fundraising teams under it. Each fundraising team will have its own URL to share to help contribute to the overall team goal! Fundraising Teams are meant for participants who want to raise money while also participating in our EVENT. These teams focus on fundraising and typically have a fundraising goal that each member is encouraged to help reach. Members of a fundraising team will have first set up their own individual fundraising pages to collect donations from friends, family, and colleagues -- and all of these efforts count towards the goal of the team!  Aim high!

• First, become an individual fundraiser (see above)
• Next, "Join a Team" by searching for the team you want to join OR create a team of your own.
• Follow the prompts to enter information about your team - team name, goal, photos and stories to inspire people to donate
• Share your team page with friends, family and on social media to start raising money and asking them to start teams under your overall team!
• Monitor your progress and thank your donors as you and your team reach your fundraising goals.

PACKET PICK UP:

THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OR PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY! 

When:

• Monday, November 17  - Friday, November 21: 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Monday, November 24 - Wednesday, November 26: 8:00am - 6:00pm

Where: Utah Food Bank West Wing (directly west of our main building) - 3160 S. 930 W., Salt Lake City, UT 84119

We will offer last-minute registration on November 26 at packet pick up, but prices will be $35/person for either 5K or 10K. Due to record-breaking registration numbers, we are sold out of shirts for the race this year, and cannot offer any shirt size exchanges.

Do I need my registration receipt to pick up my race materials?  Bringing your registration receipt to packet pick up will expedite the process, but it is not necessary.

Can I pick up race materials for others, or can they pick up for me? Yes! Just be sure whoever is picking up has the first and last names of all participants they are picking up for, along with their address and their team name (if applicable).

RACE DAY QUESTIONS:

What if the weather gets bad? The show will go on! Cold temperatures, snow, rain and wind will not be a reason to cancel the event.

Can I walk the 10K? We strongly suggest that all walkers choose the 5K option. This will allow everyone to promptly complete their race so volunteers and staff can clean and enjoy the rest of their Thanksgiving Day.

Do I need to bring canned food to the race? If you are able to, please remember to bring canned goods during packet pick-up or on race day.  Donation barrels will be available at the information booth as well as at the Utah Food Bank truck.

Can I bring Pets/Dogs? No. 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.

Can I participate on roller blades/scooter/bike/skateboard? Stroller? Strollers are permitted to use during the race. Our event insurance policy specifically prohibits the use of rollerblades, scooters, bicycles, and skateboards, so please leave them at home. Please don't jeopardize the future of the event.

Where are lost and found items kept? If there are items not recovered at the event, please contact Taylor at taylors@utahfoodbank.org. Any items not claimed within a week will be donated to Deseret Industries.

Will there be bathrooms available? We will have port-a-potties available.

Will there be refreshments available? Water and chocolate milk will be available at the finish line for race participants. We will also have a water station located at approximately mile 2.

Are costumes required? No. Costumes are encouraged, and they are a lot of fun, but they are not required!

TIMING & AWARDS:

We do not offer timing chips or awards for the race. That way, more of your registration fee can be used to feed Utahns facing hunger and support our mission! If you wish to time yourself, we recommend using your personal fitness tracker or a service such as Strava or MapMyRun.

OTHER:

Where do my donations go? Your online donations are processed by Utah Food Bank on our secure website. Proceeds will directly benefit Utah Food Bank's mission of Fighting Hunger Statewide. For more information, please visit http://www.utahfoodbank.org.

How can I volunteer at the event? If you are interested in volunteering at the event, please sign up here. 

Still need help? Please contact Heidi at heidic@utahfoodbank.org or 801-887-1278.

Fight hunger with your feet on Thanksgiving morning!

445,000 Utahns are at risk of missing a meal today. Even more alarming is that 1 in 5 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 4,000 participants every year, and all proceeds directly benefit Utah Food Bank's mission of Fighting Hunger Statewide.

This year marks the 20th 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 27), 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 27, 2025
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 25 @ 5PM! EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT OF $5/PERSON AUTOMATICALLY APPLIED THROUGH 10/31!

• 5K:
  • 10/1-11/25: $30/person
  • 11/26: $35/person (register in-person at packet pick up)
• 10K:
  • 10/1-11/25: $35/person
  • 11/26: $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? Due to record-breaking registration numbers, we are officially sold out of shirts for the race this year! Due to this, we unfortunately cannot offer any size exchanges this year. We hope that this doesn't deter you from registering, because so many participants show up in costume anyways! Whether you’re rocking your best themed outfit, a creative twist on running gear, or something totally wild, you’ll fit right in. Thank you for the record-breaking support of our race! 

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.

445,000 Utahns are at risk of missing a meal today. Even more alarming is that 1 in 5 Utah kids are unsure where their next meal is coming from. 

Since 1904, Utah Food Bank has stayed true to our objective of serving those in need throughout our state. We work tirelessly with community partners and volunteers to continue making an impact and fulfilling our mission of Fighting Hunger Statewide. All Utah Human Race proceeds directly benefit our work.

Last year, Utah Food Bank distributed 58 million meals via a statewide network of 309 partner agencies located in all 29 counties. In addition to being one of only a handful of food banks that distributes food free of charge to partner agencies, we also offer several direct service programs to help the most vulnerable populations in our state — children and seniors. By combining these direct service programs with our emergency food assistance services, we can truly impact the lives of Utahns who live in a world of food insecurity. To find out more about our work, or to get further involved, please visit our website.