32nd Annual JW Tiger 5K
- Date Sat 15th August 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Meriden, Kansas
- Price $26.25
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 32nd Annual JW Tiger 5K on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in Meriden, Jefferson! This vibrant event invites participants to join in person or virtually, making it a fantastic opportunity for runners of all levels to come together and support a great cause. As a beloved fundraiser for the Cross Country team, this race has been a staple in the community for over three decades.
Whether you choose to run through the scenic streets of Meriden or take part in the fun from your own town, you'll experience the exhilarating rush of completing a 5K while contributing to the team's needs for snacks, drinks, and equipment. The top three finishers in each age group will be rewarded with medals, and standout male and female runners will receive unique pottery awards crafted by retired art teacher Mark Ralston. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and the joy of running!
Whether you choose to run through the scenic streets of Meriden or take part in the fun from your own town, you'll experience the exhilarating rush of completing a 5K while contributing to the team's needs for snacks, drinks, and equipment. The top three finishers in each age group will be rewarded with medals, and standout male and female runners will receive unique pottery awards crafted by retired art teacher Mark Ralston. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and the joy of running!
Organiser's Description
Join us face to face OR virtually for the 32nd Annual JW Tiger 5K! As a fundraiser for our Cross Country team, we have held a 5K race every year for the past 32 years! This year, you can come RUN THIS TOWN or run YOUR town. This gives you all the opportunity to join us as we celebrate the wonderful rush of finishing a 5K and you will be helping us raise the money we need to purchase food, snacks, drinks and equipment for our Cross Country team! We will medal top 3 in each age group as well as special pottery for top 3 male and female runners provided by Mark Ralston, retired Art teacher.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $1.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$26.25
OPENS 08 JUN 26For those running virtually, a t-shirt and medal will be sent to you. For those running face to face, we will have Morgan Sports timing the race. We will give medals to 1st through 3rd (Male AND Female) in the following age categories: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over. We will also have pottery donated by Mark Ralston (JW HS Art teacher) for the top 3 overall runners in each gender.
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32nd Annual JW Tiger 5K
