2026 Southwest Youth Mile Race Series
- Date Wed 26th August 2026 - Wed 23rd September 2026
- Time 5:30PM EDT
- Location Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Price $11.60 - $27.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting athletic experience at the 2026 Southwest Youth Mile Race Series, taking place in Fort Wayne, Allen from August 26 to September 23, 2026! This spirited event features three exhilarating one-mile cross country races designed specifically for boys and girls in elementary school. Hosted at the beautiful Indian Trails Park, participants will compete on a professionally timed course, ensuring a fair and competitive environment.
Races are scheduled to kick off with bib pickup from 4:30 to 5:15 PM, followed by races for various grades starting at 5:30 PM. Each race promises to be thrilling, culminating in individual awards for top performers and team accolades based on overall scoring by grade and gender. With trophies, medals, and ribbons up for grabs, every young athlete has a chance to shine! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity for your child to showcase their running skills and build lasting memories. Remember, registration closes 24 hours before each race, so be sure to sign up early!
Races are scheduled to kick off with bib pickup from 4:30 to 5:15 PM, followed by races for various grades starting at 5:30 PM. Each race promises to be thrilling, culminating in individual awards for top performers and team accolades based on overall scoring by grade and gender. With trophies, medals, and ribbons up for grabs, every young athlete has a chance to shine! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity for your child to showcase their running skills and build lasting memories. Remember, registration closes 24 hours before each race, so be sure to sign up early!
Organiser's Description
The Southwest Youth Mile Race Series consists of three separate one mile cross country races open to all boys and girls of elementary school age. Races will be professionally chipped and timed by Ruble Timing. There will be individual awards AND team awards based on overall scoring by grade and gender.
Location: Indian Trails Park, in the field at the very back of the park
Race dates: August 26, September 9, September 23
Race schedule (rain or shine):
* 4:30-5:15 pm Race bib pickup
* 5:30 pm 3rd grade (and younger) race
* 5:45 pm 4th grade race
* 6:00 pm 5th grade race
* 6:30 pm Awards
Awards for 2026!
Individual Awards for each division:
1st place trophy
2nd-10th place medals
11th-25th place ribbons
Team Awards: 1st place Team Plaque for each division
You can find a map of the 1 mile course in the 'photos' link at the bottom of this page.
_NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION._
Registration will close 24 hours prior to each race.
Please only enter your child/racer's name and other info for the participant, versus parent info!
_Southwest Youth Mile Course Records:_
3rd Grade Boys: 6:10 Duncan Chandler, Deer Ridge, 2024
4th Grade Boys: 5:52 Duncan Chandler, Deer Ridge, 2025
5th Grade Boys: 5:46 Oliver Mutton, Whispering Meadows, 2024
3rd Grade Girls: 6:49 Isabelle Heller, Covington, 2025
4th Grade Girls: 6:20 Myah Jones, Covington, 2022
5th Grade Girls: 6:19 Rilyn Carroll, Deer Ridge, 2022
Location: Indian Trails Park, in the field at the very back of the park
Race dates: August 26, September 9, September 23
Race schedule (rain or shine):
* 4:30-5:15 pm Race bib pickup
* 5:30 pm 3rd grade (and younger) race
* 5:45 pm 4th grade race
* 6:00 pm 5th grade race
* 6:30 pm Awards
Awards for 2026!
Individual Awards for each division:
1st place trophy
2nd-10th place medals
11th-25th place ribbons
Team Awards: 1st place Team Plaque for each division
You can find a map of the 1 mile course in the 'photos' link at the bottom of this page.
_NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION._
Registration will close 24 hours prior to each race.
Please only enter your child/racer's name and other info for the participant, versus parent info!
_Southwest Youth Mile Course Records:_
3rd Grade Boys: 6:10 Duncan Chandler, Deer Ridge, 2024
4th Grade Boys: 5:52 Duncan Chandler, Deer Ridge, 2025
5th Grade Boys: 5:46 Oliver Mutton, Whispering Meadows, 2024
3rd Grade Girls: 6:49 Isabelle Heller, Covington, 2025
4th Grade Girls: 6:20 Myah Jones, Covington, 2022
5th Grade Girls: 6:19 Rilyn Carroll, Deer Ridge, 2022
Races
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All Three Races (August 26th, September 9th, September 23rd)
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Wed 26th August 2026 (5:30PM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 17 JULRegister for 3 race series at a group discount. Each Race is below: 1 Mile Cross Country Race Awards for Individuals and Teams Kindergarten through 3rd Graders all allowed in the '3rd Grade' division -
Race #1 - August 26th
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Wed 26th August 2026 (5:30PM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 17 JUL1 Mile Cross Country Race Awards for Individuals and Teams Kindergarten through 3rd Graders all allowed in the '3rd Grade' division -
Race #2 - September 9th
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Wed 9th September 2026 (5:30PM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 17 JUL1 Mile Cross Country Race Awards for Individuals and Teams Kindergarten through 3rd Graders all allowed in the '3rd Grade' division -
Race #3 - September 23rd
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Wed 23rd September 2026 (5:30PM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 17 JUL1 Mile Cross Country Race Awards for Individuals and Teams Kindergarten through 3rd Graders all allowed in the '3rd Grade' division
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