5K on the Runway benefiting the P47 Foundation INC

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Presented by: The Evansville Wartime Museum, the P-47 Foundation, and the Evansville Regional Airport.
• Title Sponsor: Liberty Federal Credit Union.
• Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026.
• Location: 7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725.

🚀 Race Details

• Start Time: 5K run at 9:00 AM, 1 mile at 8:45 AM, Kid’s Dash at 8:30 AM.
• Route: Take off from the Evansville Wartime Museum along the airport runways and taxiways.
• Sightings: View the P-47 Thunderbolt, “Hoosier Spirit II," and the 1943 Chrysler M4AF Sherman Tank, “Rosie’s Revenge.”
• Post-Race: Enjoy award presentations, food, coffee, and local vendors.

💖 Impact of Participation

• Beneficiary: All proceeds support the P-47 Foundation’s mission of honoring those who served.
• Community Focus: Educate future generations about respect and recognition for sacrifices made in the name of freedom.
• Museum Offer: Discounted tickets available for race registrants to visit the Evansville Wartime Museum.
• Post-Race Tickets: Special pricing of $5 each, valid until June 1st.

📅 Registration Information

• Entry Fee: $25 until February 14, $30 afterwards, and $35 from April 30 to May 2.
• Shirts: Guaranteed size if registered by April 2, 2026.
• Kids Dash: Registration fee is $5, including a medal: youth t-shirts available for $12.
• Race Day Registration: Available from 7:00 to 8:15 AM for $35.

🏅 Awards and Results

• Trophies: First place for overall male and female in the 5K.
• Age Groups: Medals for winners in each age bracket (1-9 to 80-99).
• Timing: Chip timed race results will be available online after the event.
• Note: All registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.

🚗 Parking and Accessibility

• Encouragement: Carpooling is advised to save parking spots.
• Locations: Parking available at SRG Global and Anchor Industries.
• Shuttle Service: Provided from parking locations to the Evansville Wartime Museum.
• Handicap Parking: Available at the museum with advance notification.

✈️ Young Eagles Program

• Free Flights: Available for children ages 8-17, sponsored by EAA Chapter 21.
• Sign Up: Limited seats, must register online before the event.
• More Information: Visit here.

📞 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.

🔗 More Information

• Race URL: For more details and to register, visit here.