1500 NE-31, Springfield NE
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
🏃♂️ Event Overview
Join us in Springfield Nebraska on Saturday October 3rd for the 3rd Annual Run the Platte Half, 10K, & 5K.
🎟️ Registration Includes
- Professional Timing: Accurate tracking for your race experience.
- Long-Sleeved Running Shirt: Comfortable gear for your run.
- Finisher Medal: A testament to your achievement.
- Age Group/Overall Finisher Awards: Celebrate your performance.
- PUMPKIN PIE! Enjoy a delicious treat post-race.
🕒 Race Day Info
- Half Start Time: 8:00 AM
- 5K / 10K Start Time: 8:10 AM
- Start/Finish Location: MoPac trailhead parking lot on the corner of NE-50 & NE-31
🏞️ Course Details
- 10K/5K Courses: Out and backs on the MoPac Trail, with a crushed limestone surface.
- Half Marathon Course: Follows the MoPac Trail, crosses the Platte River, and continues through the North Lake neighborhood.
- Aid Stations: Approximately every 2 miles.
- Time Limit: 4 Hours (12:00 PM cutoff)
📦 Packet Pickup
Friday, October 2nd
- Time: 3:00 - 6:00 PM
- Location: Peak Performance - Bellevue, 3512 Samson Way Suite 212, Bellevue, NE 68123
Saturday, October 3rd
- Race Day Pickup: 6:45 AM - 7:45 AM
- Location: 1500 NE-31 Springfield, NE 68059
🌐 Virtual Run
Can’t make it to race day? Join the virtual option and run anywhere, anytime! Complete any distance on your own schedule, then submit your finish time and a race photo. All virtual participants will receive an official Run the Platte shirt and finisher medal, shipped within one week after race day.
💸 Discounts
- Group/Family Discount: Register 4 or more on the same transaction and receive $5.00 off each registration.
- Referral Refund: Refer 5 or more people and receive a $25 refund (referral code will be in your confirmation email).
- Military/Veterans: 15% off discount. Message us for a code. Verification required.
📋 Additional Info
Refunds will not be issued. If you cannot attend, you can defer.
Inclement Weather: Race will be held rain or shine. Race may be canceled/postponed if conditions present potential danger to participants.
🔗 More Information
For more details, visit the official race page: Run the Platte Race Page.
