Chase the Shadow Free Fun Run

🏃‍♂️ Chase the Shadow Free Fun Run

Chase the Shadow is a free, untimed fun run/walk/roll that is open to participants of all fitness levels.

📅 Date and Location

• Date: May 3, 2026
• Location: West Swinney Park, Fort Wayne, IN
• URL: Chase the Shadow Details

❓ How Does It Work?

• Finish: Just finish the 5k route before The Shadow.
• Route: Participants will follow a bicycle lead on a route that follows the Fort Wayne Trails network.
• Traffic Safety: The route will be clearly marked, but we won’t have police presence so be sure to follow traffic laws at road crossings!
• Awards: Fun trophies go to the first place male and female finishers and first place boy and girl (under 13) finishers.

🕐 Timing and Launch Details

• Shadow Launch: 1:00 PM
• Participant Launch: 1:05 PM
• Awards Begin: 2:00 PM

🎭 Dress Code

So put on your best ninja suit, cool tuxedo T-shirt, or simply a black T-shirt. Chase the Shadow is the only time that we encourage walkers and runners to dress in black.

⏰ Untimed Fun Run

We will have a race clock on site if you want to see your time. Be sure to record your activity with your smartphone or your fitness wearable and then share your adventure on social media.

👶 All Ages and Abilities Welcome!

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