Spring Fling 5k Run/Walk

🏃‍♀️ Race Overview

Join us for the third annual Spring Fling 5k Run/Walk hosted by the Wichita Falls Runners Club.

Due to flooding in Lucy Park, this event is being relocated to Hamilton Park.

This great course starts at the Main Pavilion (next to the Sound Garden) at Lucy Park and winds along a shady tree-lined trail adjacent to the Wichita River. Runners and walkers will enjoy the undulating out-and-back course that passes the Wichita Falls waterfall and then returns to an enthusiastic finish line crowd. The trail is a fully paved 10ft wide path.

Join us on Saturday, May 3 for a fun outdoor family experience.

🗓️ Event Schedule

• Packet Pickup: Packet pickup is from 7.00 am the morning of the event at the Main Pavilion, Hamilton Park.
• Saturday, May 3: 7.00 am - Check-in and packet pickup opens
• Line Up: 7.50 am - Runners and walkers line up
• Start Time: 8.00 am - Fun 5k Run/Walk commences

Once you cross the finish line, relax, and enjoy a post-run beverage and snack while you wait for your family and friends. There are also two playgrounds onsite to keep the kids amused.

🎁 What You Will Receive!

• Event T-shirt: choose either the Sport-Tek Tee or Tank design
• Finishers Medallion: Awarded to all finishers
• Free Photos: Downloadable pictures of your run
• Refreshments: Enjoy snacks and beverages after the race

*T-shirts and t-shirt sizes are only guaranteed until the cutoff date of April 18, 2024.

🗺️ Course Map

The downloadable course map on this page shows the locations of the:

• Event Headquarters: Starting point of the race
• Turnaround: The point for the 5k 
• Hydration Station: Stay hydrated during the race
• Bathrooms: Facilities available on site

You can also view the course route on Strava.

🕒 Timing

This is a self-timed event: a large timing clock will be visible at the finish line.

❓ FAQ's

• Is walking allowed? Yes absolutely! We have many walkers, joggers, and run/walkers at this event!
• Are strollers allowed? You are welcome to use a stroller for this event, but all strollers will be asked to start at the back of the group in order to have our runners leave the start line safely.
• Is the race dog friendly? We love dogs, but for runner safety, we don’t allow dogs on the course.
• Where do I park? There are many parking spaces at Hamilton Park near the pavilion.

What happens if it rains? The Spring Fling takes place rain or shine, and there are no refunds due to weather events. If there is inclement weather, we will do everything in our power to hold the Spring Fling as scheduled, however, in the case of excessive wind or rain, we may be forced to modify the event. Participant safety is our number one concern. Be sure to stay connected on the event day by checking for emails and following the Spring Fling Event Page or the WFRC Facebook page for updates.

Still have questions? Please reach out to us at wichitafallsrunnersclub@gmail.com, or use the contact form on this page, we’d love to hear from you!

🙏 Thank You to Our Fantastic Local Sponsor!

We greatly appreciate the support of our generous local sponsor Personal Money Planning. They are an amazing financial planning team, and we couldn’t put on this event without them! Visit their website for more information about how they can help you.