5K on the Runway benefiting the P47 Foundation INC

✈️ Race Overview

• Presented By: The Evansville Wartime Museum, the P-47 Foundation, and the Evansville Regional Airport with title sponsor, Liberty Federal Credit Union.
• Event Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026.
• Location: 7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725.
• Race URL: 5K on the Runway Race Page

🏃 Race Details

• Run Time: 9am for the 5K, 8:45 am for the 1 mile, and 8:30 am for the Kid’s Dash.
• Unique Course: Experience running along airport runways, taxiways, and ramps, with views of the Air Traffic Control Tower and Airport Safety Department.
• Notable Sights: See the P-47 Thunderbolt, "Hoosier Spirit II," and the 1943 Chrysler M4AF Sherman Tank, “Rosie’s Revenge.”
• Cheering Support: Join hundreds of runners and walkers with supporters along the route.

💖 Making a Difference

• Proceeds: All proceeds benefit the P-47 Foundation to honor those who served and educate future generations.
• Post-Race Activities: Enjoy award presentations, food, coffee, and local vendors.

📅 Date and Location

• Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
• Start Point: Evansville Wartime Museum at 7503 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47725.

🧒 Kid’s Dash

• Time: Kid's Dash starts at 8:30 am.
• Ages: Open to children ages 1-9 with distances based on age.
• Cost: $5 per child, includes a participation medal.
• Youth T-shirts: Available for $12 until April 2, 2026.

🏅 Awards

• Trophies: Overall male and female winners in the 5K will receive trophies.
• Age Group Medals: Given to top finishers in age brackets from 1-9 to 80-99.

📝 Registration and Fees

• Early Bird Registration: $25 until February 14, $30 afterwards. Increases to $35 from April 30 to May 2, 2026.
• T-shirts: Participants must register by April 2, 2026, to guarantee size.
• Packet Pickup: Available Friday, May 1, 2026, from 11 am to 6 pm and Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 7 am to 8:15 am.
• Day-of Registration: Available from 7:00 to 8:15 am for $35.

🚗 Parking and Accessibility

• Parking Locations: Available at SRG Global and Anchor Industries from 7 am to 12 pm.
• Shuttle Service: Provided from parking locations to the Evansville Wartime Museum.
• Handicap Parking: Available with prior notification to Cathy Renner.

🕊️ Young Eagles Flights

• Eligibility: Free flights for children ages 8-17 following the race starting at 11 am.
• Reservation: Limited seats available, must sign up online before the event.
• More Info: Visit Young Eagles Program Sign Up.

📞 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