Battle of the Branches 5K
56th Street and Indian School, Phoenix, United States
Date: October 4, 2025
Time: 2:30 PM MST
Courses and Prices
- 5K Run/Walk: $35, $40, or $45 (Individual Age group/open)
- Virtual Run: $35, $40, or $45 (Individual Age group/open)
Description: Battle of the Branches is an annual event to raise awareness in the fight against Veteran suicide. The 5K Run / Walk event is a friendly competition between all branches of the military. Proceeds support Veteran-specific services. Your registration helps in the Fight against Veteran Suicide. Children ages 12 and under Save $15 on your 5K registration!
Virtual Run Details: Can’t attend in-person? Participate virtually! Receive a finisher's medal and dri-fit tech t-shirt. Virtual registrations are restricted to US addresses only.
What You Get: Custom Event Finisher's Medal, Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt, Age Group Awards, Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch", Chip Timed Results
Race Day Information: Race day packet pickup and registration open at 6:30 AM at Arizona Falls. Prices on race day will be $50. We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons. Bicycles, roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are not allowed. Leashed pets are welcome. No bag check. Event takes place rain or shine; no refunds or transfers due to weather.
Packet Pick-Up: Friday, October 3rd, 3-6 PM at Sole Sports in Arcadia (4730 E Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018). On race day starting at 6:30 AM at Arizona Falls.
Event Schedule:
- Fri, Oct 3, 2025, 3:00 PM: Packet Pickup at Sole Sports
- Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 6:30 AM: Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration Opens
- Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 7:00 AM: Welcome Address
- Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 7:20 AM: Color Guard Presentation
- Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 7:25 AM: Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration Closes
- Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 7:30 AM: 5K Begins
- Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 8:30 AM: Closing Ceremony and Awards Begins (approx.)
