Fort Wayne Orthopedics presents Runners on Pace 5k

Fort Wayne's favorite summer 5K

The Fort Wayne Running Club is proud to host Runners on Pace (ROP), presented by Fort Wayne Orthopedics (formerly Runners on Parade), in its third year on the campus of our awesome title sponsor. Experience all the things that have made ROP Fort Wayne's favorite 5K. The course borders the very beautiful Eagle Marsh Nature Preserve (Trip Advisor's #24 of 114 things to do in Fort Wayne). It will appeal to both the serious competitor and the casual walker, runner, families and youth looking for a fun and social summer morning.

Race day: Saturday, July 10, 2027

• Start: 8:00 AM
• Where: Fort Wayne Orthopedics, 7601 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46804
• Parking: easy access to parking

Packet pickup

• Friday, July 9, 2–7 PM: Fleet Feet Southwest (in the Village at Coventry)
• Race morning, July 10, at 6:30 AM: under the canopy at Fort Wayne Orthopedics

Late registration will be offered at Fleet Feet on Friday and at the event venue on race morning.

Pricing

Youth (0–18) always get "early-bird" pricing. Adult prices go up as race day gets closer, so sign up early.

The course

A fantastic loop course, mostly roads, with a straight stretch of paved trail in the final mile. Mainly flat, with a short hill at mile 2.6. View the course map below.

What you get

• Custom designed race shirt
• Cash prizes for overall open and masters winners
• Gift cards for the top three in each adult age group
• Medals for youth award winners
• Post-race refreshments, snacks and awards presentation under the canopy

Race policies

The Fort Wayne Running Club plans to follow guidance and implement safety measures for the benefit of all participants. The following policies will be in place for this event:

1. The race will be limited to pre-registered runners. We hope you can join us, so sign up soon!
2. Runners are encouraged to take all necessary safety precautions on their own. Please take the personal precautions you feel are necessary for your own personal safety as we come together as a running community.
3. For the safety of all participants and your beloved fur babies, no pets will be permitted at this event or on the race course.
4. We will have timing mats at the start, so we encourage runners and walkers to self-seed based on projected paces.
5. We will have a water stop along the course and water for you at the finish since July can be warm.
6. All registered runners will need to agree to an updated waiver.
7. We recommend that those feeling sick, ill, with fever, or recently having been in contact with anyone recovering from illness not participate.
8. We also recommend that people from high-risk groups consult their physician before participating.