Summer 2025 may not have seen a near record number of triple-digit days, but we had enough sweltering afternoons in the upper 90s that a post-work run seemed nearly impossible. That’s why this stretch of the calendar is prime time for local 5K runs. If you run, I have a suspicion that it gives you a similar sense of self-worth, accomplishment, and joy. Here are some fun upcoming races where you can chase that runner’s high! Sunday, October 5: Sue B 5K | 12 p.m. | Julia Davis Park, BoiseClick HERE to sign upSaturday, October 11: City of Trees Marathon 5K | Payette Brewing, BoiseClick HERE to sign upSaturday, October 25: YMCA Halloween Run | Ann Morrison Park, BoiseClick HERE to sign upThursday, November 27: Boise Turkey Day 5K | Downtown BoiseClick HERE to sign upSaturday, December 6: Holiday Hot Cocoa Hustle 5K | Reid Merrill Park, EagleClick HERE to sign up