Sarah Strong 5K and 1 Mile Kids Fun Run – Elkhart, IN 2026
Date
September 26, 2026
Location
Elkhart, IN
Venue
100 N. Elkhart Ave
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$5.00 – $30.00
Events
5K Run/Walk, Kids 1 Mile Fun Run
Includes
Annual race shirt
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The Sarah Strong Run 5K Run/Walk, and 1 Mile Kids' Fun Run is back again for 2026! This year's event will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026 in downtown Elkhart. All proceeds from the Sarah Strong Run benefit Passionately Purple: The Sarah Crane Foundation, which assists families in the local community whose loved ones are battling cancer. Packet pickup will be held on Friday, September 25, at a time and location to be determined, as well as at the race location on Saturday, September 26, from 7:30 -8:30 AM. The race will start and finish at Bicentennial Park (100 N. Elkhart Ave) in Downtown Elkhart. This is a family-friendly event! Strollers are permitted and welcomed on the course. Due to liability, no dogs are allowed. All fitness levels are welcome to come run competitively or walk leisurely with a group of friends. Medals are given to the top 3 finishers in each age divison as well as awards for the top three overall male and female finishers. Race Day Parking: The lot at Bic
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