A Child's World 5k, 1 Mile Walk, and Family Fun

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From Oklahoma Race Company/Debbie Uglean

  • Date Sat 2nd May 2026
  • Time 9:00AM CDT
  • Location Norman, Oklahoma
  • Price $16.90 - $38.10
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an amazing day of fun and fitness at the A Child's World 5K and 1 Mile Walk, hosted by the Oklahoma Race Company and Debbie Uglean! This exciting event will take place on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, at Ruby Grant Park in Norman, Cleveland. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a leisurely stroll, the 5K and 1 Mile Walk offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy the outdoors while supporting a great cause.

Join us for a day filled with family-friendly activities after the race, and take the chance to learn more about the incredible mission of Crossroads Youth & Family Services, which has been dedicated to building healthy lifestyles and strong families since 1969. With medals for the first 150 finishers and a virtual participation option available, there’s something for everyone! Don’t miss out—register early to secure your t-shirt and take part in this uplifting community event. Let’s come together to promote well-being and create caring communities!

Organiser's Description

**UPDATE: THIS RACE HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO MAY 2ND, 2026 TO GIVE US MORE TIME TO MAKE THIS EVENT EVEN GREATER.



JOIN US IN OUR THIRD CROSSROADS YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES A CHILD'S WORLD 5K ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4TH! BRING YOUR RUNNING SHOES AND YOUR FAMILY OUT TO RUN OR WALK THE 5K AT RUBY GRANT PARK IN NORMAN, THEN STAY FOR THE FAMILY ACTIVITIES.

FOUNDED BY CLEVELAND COUNTY LEADERS IN 1969, AS THE STATE'S FIRST EMERGENCY YOUTH SHELTER, CROSSROADS YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES, INC. HAS EXPANDED TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR ALL AGES FROM BIRTH TO ADULTHOOD. FOR OVER THREE DECADES, OUR NATIONALLY ACCREDITED AND STATE-CERTIFIED PROGRAMS HAVE HELPED CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES BUILD HEALTHY LIFESTYLES, STRONG FAMILIES, AND CARING COMMUNITIES.

_WHY A 5K? _ CROSSROADS YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES MISSION IS TO SUPPORT THE HEALTHY LIFESTYLES AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING OF CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES THROUGH THE PROVISION OF EFFECTIVE, COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMS AND SERVICES. RUNNING OUTSIDE COULD HAVE BENEFITS, LIKE LESSENING FEELINGS OF LONELINESS AND ISOLATION, REDUCING THE EFFECTS OF STRESS, AND HELPING WITH DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY. SO COME OUT AND RUN WITH US!

NOTE: EVENT PRICING INCREASES AS WE GET CLOSER TO THE RACE SO BE SURE TO REGISTER EARLY.

AFTER THE RUN, HEAD OVER TO THE PAVILION FOR ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES AND TO LEARN MORE ABOUT CROSSROADS' MISSION AND SERVICES.

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THE FIRST 150 FINISHERS WILL GET A MEDAL

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REGISTER BY 09/12 TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT

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A VIRTUAL OPTION FOR THIS RACE IS AVAILABLE

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A DONATION ONLY OPTION IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT

PACKET PICK UP WILL BE HELD AT THE CROSSROADS YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES OFFICE LOCATED AT 1333 W. MAIN STREET, NORMAN, OK 73069. PHONE: 405-795-3420. OCT.1-3 FROM 9AM-4PM. PACKETS CAN ALSO BE PICKED UP ON RACE DAY.

RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY USING YOUR SMART PHONE AND A QR CODE PROVIDED, PAID BY CREDIT CARD ONLY.

Races

  • 5k Run

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:00AM CDT)

    $38.10

    CLOSED
  • 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:15AM CDT)

    $27.50

    CLOSED
  • Virtual 5k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee

    $27.50

    CLOSED
  • Virtual One-Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    $16.90

    CLOSED

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3110 W Franklin Rd, Norman, 73072, OK, United States

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