5K on the Runway benefiting the P47 Foundation INC

✈️ Exciting Event Coming in 2026

Join us 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. This race offers a unique view of the airport and the Evansville Wartime Museum, while having fun and supporting a great local organization.

🏃‍♀️ Race Details

• Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
• Location: Evansville Wartime Museum, 7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725
• 5K Start Time: 9am
• 1 Mile walk: 9:05 am and Kid’s Dash: 8:30 am

🎟️ Registration and Fees

• 5K & 1 Mile Registration Fee: $25 until February 14, 2026, then $30, and $35 from May 1 to May 2, 2026
• Kid’s Dash Fee: $5.00 and includes a medal
• Shirt Guarantee: Register by April 12th to guarantee your shirt size
• Race Day Registration: Available from 7:00 am to 8:15 am, $35.00

📦 Packet Pickup

It is highly encouraged you pick up your packet on Friday! T-Shirts, race bib numbers, and registration packets will be available for pickup on Friday, May 1, 2026, between 11am-8pm, and on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 7:00 am - 8:15am at the Evansville Wartime Museum.

🏅 Awards

• Trophies: First place trophies for overall male and female runners
• Medals: First place medals for winners in each age bracket
• Age Groups: 1-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, and more
• Special Awards: Given to Kid's Dash finishers

⏱️ Results and Timing

The 5K will be chip timed, and results will be available online immediately following the event. Participants will receive results via email if an email address is provided on your entry form. Please note: ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE.

🚗 Parking Information

• Encouragement: Carpool with friends or family to save parking spots
• Parking Locations: SRG Global and Anchor Industries
• Shuttle Service: Provided from parking locations to the Evansville Wartime Museum
• Handicap Parking: Available at the museum with prior notification

👦👧 Kid’s Dash Information

Children aged 1 to 9 can participate in the Kid’s Dash, which occurs at 8:30 am with races from 50 meters to 150 meters. All finishers will receive a medal.

📞 Contact Information

For questions, contact:

• Cathy Renner: crenner@p47foundation.org
• Leslie Fella: lfella@flyevv.com

🌟 Additional Benefits

Participants can visit the Evansville Wartime Museum on race day for a special rate of $5 per person. Additionally, EAA Chapter 21 will sponsor free Young Eagles flights for children aged 8-17 following the event, starting at 11 am. Limited seats are available, and registration is required.

🔗 More Information

For more details and registration, visit our race page.