Run for the Roses 5K,1K Walk, & Virtual 5K

Event Overview

• Date: April 25, 2026
• Location: 1500 Denison Avenue, Manhattan, KS
• Events: 5K Run, 1K Walk, & Virtual 5K
• Race URL: Register Here

Race Details

• Course Features: Runners will start and finish in the beautiful K-State Gardens.
• Track Time: Participants will take a lap on the track inside the historic World War I football field.
• Sights: Cruise by notable landmarks including Anderson Hall, the Student Union, and Ahearn Fieldhouse.
• Prizes: First, second, and third place winners will receive a beautiful glazed purple pot with a rose-shaped succulent plant!

Additional Information

• Pet Policy: Sorry, no dogs are allowed on the course.
• Certification: The 5K course is USATF Certified for 2026 (KS21034TJD).
• Virtual Option: Virtual runners can use any 5K course to run between 4/24 and 4/29. Remember to time yourself and submit results.
• Results Submission: Follow the "click here" link near the QR code in your registration confirmation e-mail to submit your times.

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