45th Annual FWRC J.P. Jones Just Plain 10k Run/Walk, 3.3k Run/Walk, and Breakfast Picnic
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km
Event summary
Join us for the 45th Annual J.P. Jones Just Plain 10k Run/Walk and 3.3k Run/Walk on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the beautiful Foster Park in Fort Wayne, Allen. This family-friendly event, hosted by the Fort Wayne Running Club, pays tribute to beloved member J.P. Jones and encourages everyone to participate in a morning filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit.
Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to honor the memory of J.P. and other remarkable individuals who have impacted their lives. The races will kick off at 8 AM, with all finishers receiving a delightful jar of honey from Sweet Life Honey Farm, generously provided by J.P.'s family. After the race, enjoy a delicious breakfast picnic featuring a variety of tasty options, including fresh fruit, baked goods, and yogurt. Plus, help make a difference in the community by bringing wrapped t-shirts for donation to local organizations. Register early to take advantage of discounted rates, and don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate community and camaraderie in Fort Wayne!
Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to honor the memory of J.P. and other remarkable individuals who have impacted their lives. The races will kick off at 8 AM, with all finishers receiving a delightful jar of honey from Sweet Life Honey Farm, generously provided by J.P.'s family. After the race, enjoy a delicious breakfast picnic featuring a variety of tasty options, including fresh fruit, baked goods, and yogurt. Plus, help make a difference in the community by bringing wrapped t-shirts for donation to local organizations. Register early to take advantage of discounted rates, and don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate community and camaraderie in Fort Wayne!
Organiser's Description
A family friendly Fort Wayne Running Club Points Race and Breakfast Picnic is returning for you! Everyone is welcome. Come join us Saturday morning June 6th for a morning run/walk commemorating FWRC member J.P. Jones at Foster Park. Run/walk in memory of J.P. and other fabulous runners/walkers who were in your life. ALL FINISHERS WILL GET SWEET LIFE HONEY FARM HONEY !!
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
DAY OF REGISTRATION AND PRE-REGISTERED PACKET PICK UP/CHECK IN WILL BE AT FOSTER PARK PAVILION #1 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM.
The 10km and 3.3 km begin at 8 am.
BRING A GIFT SO WE CAN GIVE GIFTS TO OTHERS!! Yes, please bring a gift wrapped t-shirt (s) which will be donated to individuals at local organizations like Wellspring Interfaith Social Services and Adult Life Day Academy. Mark t-shirt size on each one. Bring as many wrapped t-shirts (new or very close to new) as you would like. It's a great way to let go of new t-shirts you really don't want.
All finishers will receive SWEET LIFE HONEY FARM honey from JP's family and a breakfast picnic supported by Chad Ware. Breakfast will include food choices like fruit, assorted baked goods, cereal, trail mix, granola, milk, yogurt, and nuts.
This is a FWRC 2026 Points Race. The course will be on the paved walk/run path at Foster Park and out and back on the paved path south of the park.
$8 for Club Members and $12 for Non-club members thru Friday May 22, 2026. Member discount is applied automatically if you have a configured runsignup.com member account.
$15 for all registrants after Friday 5/22/26.
Checks payable to Fort Wayne Running Club
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
DAY OF REGISTRATION AND PRE-REGISTERED PACKET PICK UP/CHECK IN WILL BE AT FOSTER PARK PAVILION #1 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM.
The 10km and 3.3 km begin at 8 am.
BRING A GIFT SO WE CAN GIVE GIFTS TO OTHERS!! Yes, please bring a gift wrapped t-shirt (s) which will be donated to individuals at local organizations like Wellspring Interfaith Social Services and Adult Life Day Academy. Mark t-shirt size on each one. Bring as many wrapped t-shirts (new or very close to new) as you would like. It's a great way to let go of new t-shirts you really don't want.
All finishers will receive SWEET LIFE HONEY FARM honey from JP's family and a breakfast picnic supported by Chad Ware. Breakfast will include food choices like fruit, assorted baked goods, cereal, trail mix, granola, milk, yogurt, and nuts.
This is a FWRC 2026 Points Race. The course will be on the paved walk/run path at Foster Park and out and back on the paved path south of the park.
$8 for Club Members and $12 for Non-club members thru Friday May 22, 2026. Member discount is applied automatically if you have a configured runsignup.com member account.
$15 for all registrants after Friday 5/22/26.
Checks payable to Fort Wayne Running Club
Races
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10K Run/Walk
Sat 6th June 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
CLOSED -
3.3k (2 Miles) Run/Walk
Sat 6th June 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
CLOSED
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Foster Park Pavilion #1, 3900 Old Mill Rd., Fort Wayne, 46807, IN, United States
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