Travis Russell's 6th Annual Run-a-Thon

🏃‍♂️ The Mission

• Event: Run with Purpose – Join Travis for a Day of 5Ks Supporting Local Veterans
• Date: Saturday, April 18th
• Location: Walkers Park, Elkhart, IN
• Challenge: Travis will run 10 consecutive 5Ks—one every hour, starting at 6:00 a.m. and continuing through 3:00 p.m.

This event is more than just a run. Travis is raising funds for The Faith Mission of Elkhart, a local homeless shelter that provides short-term respite and vital support to veterans in our community.

🏃‍♂️ Whether you want to run one leg, two legs, or all ten, you're welcome to join Travis on the course. 💙 Every step helps raise awareness and support for those who’ve served. It also brings awareness to health and fitness which is his passion as well.

This is also a 2026 Fleet Feet Race Series Event! Race Series participants will receive a 10% discount at checkout.

Come run, cheer, and make a difference.

🎽 Free Option for 5K

• Open Invitation: All are welcome to come run or walk for free!
• Start Time: 5Ks begin at 6:00 a.m. Then every hour, on the hour, until 3:00 p.m.

🚶‍♀️ One Mile Fitness Walk

• Leader: Jen, Travis's wife, will be leading a one-mile fitness walk at noon.
• Family-Friendly: Fun for all ages & great for families!

🏁 Single Person 5K Timed

• Challenge: Test your speed or endurance!
• Time: 5Ks begin at 6:00 a.m. Then every hour, on the hour, until 3:00 p.m.
• Competition: Participants will be timed, and those interested can compete for the individual title of the day.
• Awards: Everyone who completes all 10 races will earn a medal. 🏅 Top 3 overall awards will be given for both male and female participants.

Ready to rise to the challenge? DO SOMETHING EPIC!

🤝 Team 5K

• Team Size: Gather your crew—teams of 2 to 6 runners.
• Shared Bib: Each team will receive a shared bib/transponder.
• Challenge: Complete each 5K in under one hour, starting at the top of every hour.
• Medals: All finishers will receive medals. 🏅 Awards will be given to the top 3 teams.

Ready to take on the challenge together? DO SOMETHING EPIC!

⏰ Timing Information

Timing provided by our friends at Fleet Feet of Mishawaka!

🏢 Sponsors

This Year's Run is also Sponsored by The Law Offices of Wilson & Kinsman in Elkhart and by Fleet Feet of Mishawaka. When you enter you will receive a $15.00 Fleet Feet in-store voucher, which will be handed out the day of the event!

👕 Shirts

Pre-Order a shirt to guarantee yours! Shirts will be available for purchase day of as well. While supplies last!

🔗 More Information

For further details, you can visit the official race page at Travis Russell's 6th Annual Run-a-Thon.