When
Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
Where
615 Yanney Avenue, Kearney NE
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
Lace up, grab the family, and get ready to run, walk, and play your way through the Bubble Run! Whether you’re chasing a personal best in the timed 5K or enjoying a carefree 1-mile walk, you’ll be surrounded by bursts of bubbly fun at every turn.
Got a little one who’s not quite walking yet? They can still join the action in our adorable Baby Bubble Crawl!
Best of all, your participation makes a difference. Every registration supports the Kearney Area Children’s Museum’s Sharing & Caring Scholarship, helping ensure all families have access to play, exploration, and discovery. So come for the bubbles, stay for the smiles, and leave knowing you’ve helped create something meaningful in our community.
- 5K Kickoff: 9AM
- 1 Mile Kickoff: 9:10AM
- Baby Bubble Crawl at 10AM
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