In 42 days · Sat, Oct 17, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
P.O. Box 480, Pittsburg KS
Distance
5K
Typical weather
52–71°F · some rain risk
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2025
64–83°F
dry
2024
43–67°F
dry
2023
42–67°F
dry
2022
41–53°F
dry
2021
47–72°F
dry
2020
52–70°F
dry
2019
42–69°F
dry
2018
43–66°F
dry
2017
49–69°F
dry
2016
73–85°F
dry
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About this race
Pittsburg Rotary Gorilla Grind 5K
Event Details
- Date: 2026-10-17
- Location: P.O. Box 480, Pittsburg, KS
- Starting Point: Weede Gymnasium, Pittsburg State University
- Timing: Chip timed by Runaround Racing
Registration Information
- Early Registration: Now open!
- Deadline: Must register online by September 29th to receive a shirt
- Packet Pickup: Begins at 6:00am on race day
- Start Time: Race begins promptly at 7:00am
Event Highlights
- Finish Line: Water and light snacks provided
- Scholarships: Proceeds go to scholarships for local high school students entering Pittsburg State University
- Homecoming: The race kicks off PSU's Homecoming activities
- Weather: Prepare for chilly temperatures at 7am in late October
Age Group Awards
- Overall Male: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Overall Female: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Male/Female 14 and under: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Categories: 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and up for both Male and Female
Community Engagement
- Social Media: Encourage registrants to post pictures on our Facebook page @GorillaGrind5K
- Appreciation: Thank you to all our registrants and sponsors
- Event Success: Your support makes our event a great success!
- More Information: Visit here
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