Sarah Strong 5K and 1 Mile Kids Fun Run

Event Overview

• Event Name: Sarah Strong 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Kids' Fun Run
• Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
• Location: 100 N. Elkhart Ave, Elkhart, IN
• Website: Sarah Strong Run

Charitable Cause

• Beneficiary: Passionately Purple: The Sarah Crane Foundation
• Mission: Assisting families in the local community whose loved ones are battling cancer
• Community Support: Proceeds from the event support local families in need
• Foundation History: Established in memory of Sarah Crane, a local high school student

Packet Pickup

• Date: Friday, September 25
• Location: To be determined
• Race Day Pickup: Saturday, September 26 from 7:30 - 8:30 AM at the race location
• Convenience: Ensure to pick up your packets on time!

Race Details

• Start/Finish: Bicentennial Park, Downtown Elkhart
• Family-Friendly: Strollers are permitted and welcomed
• Pet Policy: No dogs allowed due to liability
• Participation: All fitness levels are welcome to compete or walk

Awards

• Medals: Given to the top 3 finishers in each age division
• Overall Awards: Top three overall male and female finishers
• Recognition: Celebrate the achievements of participants
• Encouragement: Strive for personal bests and enjoy the finish

Parking Information

• Race Day Parking: The lot at Bicentennial Park will be closed
• Alternative Parking: Available across the street at Hacienda or Beacon Health & Fitness
• Plan Ahead: Arrive early to secure parking
• Convenience: Make it easy for your race day experience

About Passionately Purple

• Background: Sarah Crane was an active student at Elkhart Memorial High School
• Diagnosis: Stage-4 Colon Cancer in July 2013
• Legacy: Sarah's mantra "SARAHSTRONG" symbolizes her battle
• Community Impact: The foundation aids in scholarships and support for families