Santaquin Orchard Days 5K

Prepare for a truly unique running experience at the Santaquin Orchard Days 5K, set for Saturday, August 1, 2026, in picturesque Santaquin, Utah. Participants can choose between a scenic 5K or a shorter 1-mile run, both starting and finishing at the charming Hidden Orchards Event Venue. The course offers a delightful blend of terrain, beginning on a dirt trail that winds around a reservoir before transitioning to pavement, all while enveloping runners in the sweet scent of ripening apples, peaches, and cherries that fill the air in the surrounding orchards. This "fast and flat" route, with approximately 121 feet of elevation change, makes it an inviting option for runners of all abilities.

Beyond the beautiful scenery, the Orchard Days 5K is a standout event, serving as the third race in the "Run Santaquin Series Puzzle Medal." Finishers will earn a unique medal, a piece of a larger puzzle that is completed by participating in all four races in the series. Refreshing water stations manned by cheerful volunteers will be available along the course to support runners. Typical race day conditions in early August include highs around 93°F and lows around 62°F, with a minimal 3% chance of precipitation.

Upon crossing the finish line, runners will receive a custom Orchard Days 5K T-shirt and a commemorative medal, while supplies last, and top finishers will be awarded prizes. The event is a cherished part of Santaquin's larger Orchard Days celebration, allowing participants to extend their experience with additional community festivities after their run. Join the 100-500 anticipated participants for a day of fitness, community spirit, and the unparalleled charm of Santaquin's orchards.