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 exhilarating experience at the 2026 Southwest Youth Mile Race Series, taking place in Fort Wayne, Allen, from August 26 to September 23, 2026! This exciting event features three one-mile cross country races tailored for elementary school boys and girls, promising an unforgettable day of fun and friendly competition. With races scheduled for August 26, September 9, and September 23 at Indian Trails Park, young athletes will have the chance to showcase their speed and skills.
Each race day kicks off with race bib pickup from 4:30 to 5:15 PM, followed by races starting at 5:30 PM for 3rd graders and younger, 5:45 PM for 4th graders, and 6:00 PM for 5th graders. Awards will be distributed at 6:30 PM, with individual trophies and medals awarded for top performances in each division, as well as team plaques for overall excellence. It's a fantastic opportunity for kids to engage in healthy competition while making lasting memories! Don't miss out—registration closes 24 hours before each race day!
Each race day kicks off with race bib pickup from 4:30 to 5:15 PM, followed by races starting at 5:30 PM for 3rd graders and younger, 5:45 PM for 4th graders, and 6:00 PM for 5th graders. Awards will be distributed at 6:30 PM, with individual trophies and medals awarded for top performances in each division, as well as team plaques for overall excellence. It's a fantastic opportunity for kids to engage in healthy competition while making lasting memories! Don't miss out—registration closes 24 hours before each race day!
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.
_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: 5:44 Duncan Chandler, Deer Ridge, 2026
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.
_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: 5:44 Duncan Chandler, Deer Ridge, 2026
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
CLOSEDRegister 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
CLOSED1 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
CLOSED1 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
CLOSED1 Mile Cross Country Race Awards for Individuals and Teams Kindergarten through 3rd Graders all allowed in the '3rd Grade' division
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