5K on the Runway benefiting the P47 Foundation INC

✈️ Coming in 2026: Our 5K on the Runway!

Take off on Saturday, May 2, 2026, for the 2026 5K on the Runway, presented by the Evansville Wartime Museum, benefiting the Evansville P-47 Foundation, Inc. giving runners a unique view of the airport and the Evansville Wartime Museum, while having fun and supporting a great, local organization.

🏃‍♂️ The Race Experience

• Start Time: At 9am join hundreds of runners and walkers.
• Route: The route takes you along the Evansville Regional Airport runways, taxiways, and ramps.
• Sights: Catch a glimpse at the Air Traffic Control Tower and see the Evansville built P-47 Thunderbolt, “Hoosier Spirit II.”
• Special Vehicles: View the 1943 Chrysler M4AF Sherman Tank, “Rosie’s Revenge.”

🎟️ Registration and Entry Fee

• Fees: 5K run and 1 mile walk registration fee is $25 until February 14, 2026: $30 afterwards: $35 from May 1 to May 2, 2026.
• Kid’s Dash: Registration fee is $5.00, includes a medal for participation.
• Shirt Policy: Register by April 12th to guarantee your shirt size.
• Day of Registration: Available from 7:00 to 8:15 am, cost $35.00.

🏅 Awards

• Trophies: First place trophies for overall male and female runners in the 5K run/walk.
• Medals: First place medals for winners in each age bracket of the 5K.
• Participation: 1 mile walkers will receive a medal: they will not be timed.

🗓️ Event Details

Date and Location: Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Evansville Wartime Museum, 7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725.

Kid’s Dash: Race will be held at 8:30 am, children ages 1-9 can participate.

🚧 Parking Information

• Encouragement: Ride with family and friends to save parking spaces.
• Locations: Available parking at SRG Global and Anchor Industries.
• Shuttle Service: Provided from parking locations to the Evansville Wartime Museum.

🌟 Additional Benefits

As a result of this fundraiser, individuals and family members wishing to visit the Evansville Wartime Museum may do so for a special rate of $5 per person on race date only. Young Eagles Flights for children ages 8-17 will be sponsored by EAA Chapter 21 starting at 11am, with limited seats available.

📞 Race Contact Information

Cathy Renner: Chair and Director of Development for the P-47 Foundation at crenner@p47foundation.org

Leslie Fella: Co-Chair and Marketing Director at Evansville Regional Airport at lfella@flyevv.com

🔗 Race Registration Link

For more details and to register, visit the official registration page.