The Opener - Spokane Valley

Spokane Valley, United States • 15 Aug 2026

The Opener - Spokane Valley

The Course Spokane Valley hosts a grand opening and the Switchback Series Opener on August 15, 2026 at 2520 N Flora Road, Spokane Valley, WA. The event pairs the venue opening with a day of cross country racing at the venue.

The course runs among towering pines, alongside the Spokane River, and through sweeping turns and rolling terrain unique to the site. Food trucks and community activations are part of the day’s schedule, alongside an expo area for local organizations and brands.

Racing offered includes:

  • Youth 3K
  • Women's 5K
  • Men's 5K

Registration details in the source information indicate paid entry for the races and timelines for registration. The three running events list a registration fee of $10.00 and registration opening and closing dates. An expo entry titled Grand Opening Activation Interest accepts expressions of interest with a listed registration fee of $0.00 for the initial submission; availability is limited and subject to approval. If approved, activation space carries a fee of $200 per space and a 10 ft by 10 ft space is noted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
Men's 5k
5 km
Women's 5k
Youth 3k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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