YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon & Fun Runs - 5K Spud Run

May 15, 2027Boise, ID, United States

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Distance

3.1 mi

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Terrain

Road

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About this run

YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon & Fun Runs The Treasure Valley YMCA is proud to bring you the 50th anniversary YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon and Fun Runs presented by the Idaho Potato Commission. All of our races take place on the flat and scenic Boise Greenbelt. All races start and finish at The Morrison Center All courses are flat and fast for this fun full, half, 10K & 5K run on the Boise Greenbelt. Packet Pick Up: Friday, May 14th, 3:00-7:00 pm at the Morrison Center for all distances! Come pick up your packet and t-shirt, and visit with vendors before race day to ensure you have all the last-minute race day items. Avoid the lines on race day and pick up your packet on Friday. Day Of Packet Pick Up: Sat, May 14, 5-10:30 am Start Times: Marathon – 7 am Half Marathon – 9 am 10K – 10:00 am 5K – 10:30 am

Typical conditions

For events around May 2027 in Boise, ID, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.

How to prepare

Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.

Beginner's guide to your first 5K