10001 Dawsons Creek Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825, Fort Wayne IN
Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026
🎉 Event Overview
- Celebration: Celebrate what makes running fun — high-fives, endorphins, good friends.
- Date: Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026.
- Location: Pufferbelly Trailhead near Parkview YMCA, 10001 Dawsons Creek Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825.
- Start Time: 6:00 PM.
🏃 Race Details
- Distance: Run a breezy 3.1 miles (5K).
- Registration Fee: $15 for Adults: Free for Kids 10 and under.
- Swag: All registered in-person participants will receive a medal, technical t-shirt, and goodies from sponsors.
- Registration: Supplies are limited, so register early.
📅 Packet Pick Up & Registration
- Tuesday, June 2nd: 4 to 7:00 PM at Fleet Feet Fort Wayne Southwest, 5661 Coventry Lane, Fort Wayne, IN 46804.
- Wednesday, June 3rd: 10 AM to 1 PM at Fleet Feet Fort Wayne North, 1549 W. Dupont Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46825.
- Day Of: 5 to 6 PM at Pufferbelly Trailhead.
- Note: Hard stop at 6 PM to start the race on time. Plan accordingly.
👟 Post-Race Activities
- Shoe Demos: A Brooks Rep will be present with demo shoes.
- Games: Participate in a round of Corn Hole after the race.
- Food & Music: Enjoy food, music, and camaraderie with fellow runners.
- Social Media Contest: Enter for a chance to win a special prize for your race day post.
👶 Kids Run
- Start Time: Kids run at 6:00 PM.
- Distance: A shorter version (~1/2 mile).
- Medals: All kids 10 & under will receive a medal.
- Family Participation: Family members are encouraged to run with their kids.
💖 Community Impact
- Donation: $2.00 from each registration will go to Girls on the Run of Northeast Indiana.
- Mission: Inspire girls to build confidence and develop a positive mental attitude.
- Support: Help unleash a girl's limitless potential through fun physical activities.
- Additional Support: Become a SoleMate to raise funds for Girls on the Run.
🔗 Stay Connected
- Community: Find community at Fleet Feet Fort Wayne.
- Newsletters: Sign up for newsletters and join the Fleet Feet Rewards Program.
- Social Media: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel.
- Race Details: Visit The Big Run Official Page for more information.
