TENTATIVE RACE DETAILS FOR 2026

EVENT WEEKEND FESTIVITIES AT THE RED CLIFFS LODGE

We have a fun weekend planned for you from Thursday through Saturday (5/30-6/1).
Get your ticket for a four-course dinner paired with Wayne Family Estates Wine and Duke Spirits at the Red Cliffs Lodge.
The dinner also includes an exclusive premier of the movie LEGRAND starring Ethan Wayne and Ben Christensen who will be present to talk about the filming of the movie.

CLICK HERE TO WATCH LEGRAND MOVIE TRAILER

Join us for a FREE event at Red Cliffs Lodge on Friday, May 31 from 3 to 10 PM.

On Saturday after the run, join us for a Grit Down / Burger Bash at the Red Cliffs Lodge for runners at 1:30 PM:
• Burger Bash with burgers, hot dogs, baked beans, salads, sodas and water
• Beer, Wayne Family Estate wine Tasting, Duke Spirits Bourbon & Tequila Tasting
• Live Music by David Dunn
• Meet & Greet with the Wayne Family

On Friday, enjoy a free community event at Red Cliffs Lodge from 3 pm to 10 pm with live music, food trucks, a costume contest, silent auction, and movie screenings.
Then get a good night's sleep to get ready to run to fight cancer on Saturday morning. After the run, we'll have a Grit Down for runners back at the Red Cliffs Lodge.
Plus, there are lots of other fun activities and adventures that can be booked through the Red Cliffs Lodge.

NOTE: Absolutely No Pacing & No Muling. You will be DQ’d.

RACE DISTANCES
Half Marathon & 10K

Participants Receive A John Wayne Grit Series Shirt And A Finisher Mug.
Register early to get the best deal!

PACKET PICK UP
Packet Pickup info. TBD

NOTE:
Each participant will pick up their bib at packet pickup and will get their finisher mug and finisher shirt when they cross the finish line.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Complete Your Look With Additional JWGS Merchandise Available For Sale At The Event

cancer survivors

All cancer survivors who sign up for the event, get your complimentary yellow bandana at packet pickup (while supplies last) & wear it on the course to show your grit.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE AND PARKING

PACKET PICKUP PARKING
Packet Pickup Parking TBD

SHUTTLE TIMES
Shuttle times and locations TBD

NOTE: There is no parking at the start/finish line area.

RUN EVENTS AND START TIMES
Half Marathon announcements at 6:45 AM
Half Marathon run starts at 7:00 AM
Cut off time: 5.5 Hrs

10K announcements at 7:15 AM
10K run start 7:30 AM
Cut off time: 4.5 Hrs

COURSE TIME LIMIT
All runners need to be at the finish line by 12:30 PM.

PHOTOS AND VIDEOS

SMILE!!!
Make sure to bring your phones and take some selfies and photos during your run. The views will be stunning!

There will also be plenty of opportunities to get your photos (and possibly videos) taken at the start/finish line and along the picturesque race course by our team of photographers and videographers.

We also have a Digital Photo Booth on site. Click here to view the gallery.

Feel free to share your photos on your social network and tag us
@JohnWayneCancerFoundation
#RunToFightCancer
#JohnWayneGritSeries

additional race and event info

Race Medals for the John Wayne Grit Series - Moab, UT

There Is A Race Component And Podium Prizes
There Are Three Female And Three Male Winners For Each Course – That’s 12 Total Podium Medals and Prizes

THIS EVENT IS CUP LESS

Bring your own hydration pack or Handheld Water Bottles that has a large enough Opening (See above for example) so that volunteers can refill them easily at Each Aid station.

There will not be any cups at the aid stations. We will have filled water bottles for finishers at the finish line.

Runners can also pickup their complimentary Nathan water cup at the event expo/start line area before starting their run.

AID STATIONS
Half Marathon: 2 Full aid stations and 1 Water Drop
10K: 1 Full aid station

FINISH LINE
Receive Your Finisher Mug and Finisher Shirt

NO DOGS

We’ll also provide a special bib at the event that say “I run for…” on them and have a blank space in the middle so that runners can write the names of their honorees on them to raise awareness for cancer.

WHERE TO STAY

Book Your Special Rate for the John Wayne Grit Series - Moab, UT

Homewood Suites by Hilton Moab

Steps from shops and dining and minutes from Arches National Park, Homewood Suites Moab puts you in the heart of downtown. Enjoy spacious suites and free hot breakfast. We also offer bike storage, an indoor pool and hot tub, outdoor fire pit and grills, and easy access to Canyonlands and Moab’s top trails.

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Hampton Inn Moab

Located off Highway 191, we’re less than a mile from shopping and dining in downtown Moab. Visit Arches National Park or see the sandstone columns at Courthouse Towers, both within nine miles. A 35-minute drive will take you to Canyonlands National Park. Stay active in our fitness center. Enjoy our free hot breakfast and free WiFi.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Moab

Welcome to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Moab in Moab, Utah, your adventure ready home base for Utah’s red rock country and the Mighty 5® National Parks. Just 15 miles from Canyonlands Field Airport (CNY), our hotel makes it easy to explore near Arches National Park and near Canyonlands National Park.

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Expedition Lodge Moab

Expedition Lodge Moab is ideally located as your gateway to the adventure capital of Utah. From the moment you step into our welcoming lodge, the spectacular natural surroundings invite you to embark on a variety of outdoor experiences.

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Red Cliffs Lodge Moab

Red Cliffs Lodge Moab is the region’s quintessential destination, honoring the wild landscape and serving as home base for adventures. A blend of thrilling activities and wellness offerings, guest feel a world away from ordinary under dark starry skies.

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WHERE TO STAY

Red Cliffs Lodge (Special Group Rate for John Wayne Grit Series)

Moab Valley Inn
(Use code JOHNWAYNE to get 10% off your room, which is an additional discount on top of the 20% off currently being offered)

Hoodoo Moab
Big Horn Lodge

CAMPING

Lower Onion Creek Campground
Fisher Towers Campground
Highway 128 BLM Campgrounds
Big Bend Campground
Oak Grove Campground

Each Person Who Signs Up To Do The 5K Will Also Get One Entry To The "John Wayne: An American Experience" Exhibit In The Stockyards And A Shop Discount!