Emma Creek Classic 5K/1M

Race Overview

This is our annual fundraiser to raise funds to serve our youth, who due to budgetary constraints, would not be able to participate. This race is a tradition in Hesston Kansas and is unique because it is a women's only race, where we have a variety of ages, as we have 17 awarded age groups as well as the top ten!

Event Details

• Date: April 25, 2026
• Location: 200 N Ridge Road, Hesston, KS
• Website: Emma Creek Classic
• Swag Bags: The first 500 who sign up will receive a swag bag with goodies from our sponsors as well as a 2026 Emma Creek t-shirt.

Schedule

• One Mile Start: 9:00 AM
• 5K Start: 9:30 AM
• Awards Ceremony: 10:30 AM
• Brunch: Will be provided for runners.

Awards

Awards will be given to the Top 10 overall and top 3 per age group. Age groups are:

• 8 & younger
• 9-11
• 12-17
• 18-24
• 25-29
• 30-34
• 35-39
• 40-44
• 45-49
• 50-54
• 55-59
• 60-64
• 65-69
• 70-74
• 75-79
• 80-84
• 85 and older

The awards ceremony will not exceed 30 minutes.

Packet Pickup

If you want your packet ahead of time:

• Date: Friday, April 24
• Location: Hesston Aquatic Center
• Address: 300 N Ridge Rd
• Time: 9 AM to 3 PM

Race Day Schedule

• Packet pickup: 8 AM
• One mile start: 9 AM
• 5K start: 9:30 AM
• Awards: 10:30 AM
• Parking: At the stadium.

Race Rules

• Eligibility: The Emma Creek 5K is a certified fast-and-flat course for WOMEN AND GIRLS of all ages.
• Timing: Timing chips are used.
• Restrictions: All Kansas middle school, junior high, and high school track and field athletes are ineligible to enter due to KSHSAA rules.
• Strollers: Welcome, but should line up toward the back of the starting line.
• Prohibited: No cell phone use, pets, scooters, skates, or skateboards during the race.
• Medical Aid: Available on-site.
• Results: Race results will be available at timerguys.com.

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