Pittsburg Rotary Gorilla Grind 5K

🏃‍♂️ Race Registration

• Early Registration: Early registration now open!
• Deadline: Runners must register online by September 29th to receive a shirt.
• Packet Pickup: Packets not picked up on race day will not be mailed.
• Weather: The weather at 7am in late October can be chilly so come prepared!

📅 Event Overview

• When: The 48th Annual "Pittsburg Rotary Gorilla Grind 5K" will take place on October 17, 2026.
• Where: The race starts and finishes on the campus of Pittsburg State University in front of Weede Gymnasium.
• Timing: The race will be chip timed by Runaround Racing.
• Refreshments: There will be water and light snacks at the finish line.

🎓 Scholarships

• Purpose: All proceeds from the Gorilla Grind 5K provide scholarships to local high school students entering Pittsburg State University.
• ROTC Scholarship: A scholarship is also awarded to a student entering PSU Army ROTC.
• Organizers: Pittsburg Noon Rotary works hard to put on an exceptional event!

🏆 Awards

• Age Categories: Age group awards will be given for overall male and female categories (1st, 2nd, 3rd).
• Specific Groups: Awards for 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60 and up male and female categories.

📸 Social Media

• Sharing Pictures: We encourage all registrants to post pictures on our Facebook page @GorillaGrind5K.
• Thank You: Thank you to all our registrants and sponsors for making our event a great success!

🌐 Additional Information

• Race URL: For more information, visit [Gorilla Grind 5K](https://runsignup.com/Race/KS/Pittsburg/GorillaGrind5K?aflt_token=QZt1KFBDIiIun5smo9vi7y59qq2fNLcB).