The Buckner Park Dash-Kid Race is a 1-mile running event held in Fort Wayne, Indiana on August 15, 2026. Hosted at Buckner Park, the race begins at 9:00 AM and offers an accessible entry price of $2.00 per participant. This short-distance race provides a straightforward racing experience for runners looking for a quick competition before or after traveling to the area for other events.
From the Race Organizer
We are excited to announce The Getting Miles Athletic Club's first annual Fort Wayne Park Race Series. Participants aged 12 and under are eligible to compete in this race series. The Buckner Park Dash is a one mile race on the recreation trail in Buckner Park. Make sure you arrive early to find a good parking spot, warm up, use the restrooms and pick up your race bib. Series participants need to return their race bibs to the packet pickup station in order to receive points for the race. You will use the same race bib for all the events. Runners will receive a race decal to put on their bib at the finish line. Be sure to return your race bib to packet pickup after you finish the race. You will use the same bib for the entire season! We are collecting non-perishable food items to help fill the local food lockers to help local families in need. The Getting Miles Athletic Club is a local organization whose goal is to provide a community for recreational athletes of all levels. Raceday Schedule of Events 7:30AM-8:45AM-Packet Pickup 8:50AM-Race info and instructions 9:00AM-Race time! 10:30AM-Race series awards Series participants need to return their race bibs to the packet pickup station in order to receive points for the race. You will use the same race bib for all the events. Complete at least two races and win cool prizes at the end of the season. Race Series Page Shoaff Park Long Mile- 04/18/2026 Franke Park Derby Mile-05/16/2026 Buckner Park Dash-08/15/2026 Double Dragon Two Mile-10/03/2026 Runners will be placed into one of four age groups: 5-6 7-8 9-10 11-12 Runners will receive points based on age group and gender place. Runners who finish after 20th will receive points for finishing. Awards for participation and point series for the race season will be presented at the conclusion of the Double Dragon in October.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 15.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Fort Wayne, IN.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is Buckner Park Dash-Kid Race 2026 — Fort Wayne, IN?
Buckner Park Dash-Kid Race 2026 — Fort Wayne, IN takes place on August 15, 2026. The race is held in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Where is Buckner Park Dash-Kid Race 2026 — Fort Wayne, IN held?
Buckner Park Dash-Kid Race 2026 — Fort Wayne, IN is held at Buckner Park in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Where can I find hotels near Buckner Park Dash-Kid Race 2026 — Fort Wayne, IN?
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