BCS Wellness Be My Valentine 5K and 1.5 Mile Walk
- Date Sat 14th February 2026
- Time 10:00AM CST
- Location Manhattan, Kansas
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to embrace the spirit of love and fitness at the BCS Wellness Be My Valentine 5K and 1.5 Mile Walk on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in beautiful Manhattan, Riley! This heartwarming event invites couples and friends to join in the celebration of Valentine's Day while getting active together. Participants can choose to compete in a spirited 5K run or enjoy a leisurely 1.5-mile walk.
Runners will have the chance to win exciting prizes in various team categories, including Male-Female, Female-Female, and Male-Male, based on the combined ages of team members. Everyone who crosses the finish line will receive a unique Running Cupid medal, ensuring that love and memories are cherished long after the race is over. With proceeds benefiting the Manhattan High School cross country program and local youth running initiatives, this event is not only a celebration of love but also a great way to support the community. Although registration for in-person events is now closed due to high demand, the excitement of Valentine's Day and the spirit of camaraderie will surely make this event unforgettable!
Runners will have the chance to win exciting prizes in various team categories, including Male-Female, Female-Female, and Male-Male, based on the combined ages of team members. Everyone who crosses the finish line will receive a unique Running Cupid medal, ensuring that love and memories are cherished long after the race is over. With proceeds benefiting the Manhattan High School cross country program and local youth running initiatives, this event is not only a celebration of love but also a great way to support the community. Although registration for in-person events is now closed due to high demand, the excitement of Valentine's Day and the spirit of camaraderie will surely make this event unforgettable!
Organiser's Description
NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS REACHED ITS LIMIT FOR 2026. REGISTRATION FOR THE IN-PERSON EVENTS IS NOW CLOSED.
Love is in the air! Come run or walk and celebrate Valentine's Day with that special someone. The 5K run will offer both individual and team prizes. Two-person teams will compete for prizes in Male-Female, Female-Female, and Male-Male categories. Everyone who finishes will feel the love with a custom-made Running Cupid medal.
Team categories are based on combined ages of the two team members. We will award 1st place prizes in for two-person teams with combined ages of 40-under, 41-80, and 81-over.
Proceeds from this event will benefit the Manhattan High School cross country program and other running opportunities for area youth in the Flint Hills region. If you've been recruited to this event by a youth sponsor, please make sure you indicate your "Fundraising Partner" (athlete's name) during signup.
Questions? Contact Pat Melgares at melgares@LetsGoRun.com.
Love is in the air! Come run or walk and celebrate Valentine's Day with that special someone. The 5K run will offer both individual and team prizes. Two-person teams will compete for prizes in Male-Female, Female-Female, and Male-Male categories. Everyone who finishes will feel the love with a custom-made Running Cupid medal.
Team categories are based on combined ages of the two team members. We will award 1st place prizes in for two-person teams with combined ages of 40-under, 41-80, and 81-over.
Proceeds from this event will benefit the Manhattan High School cross country program and other running opportunities for area youth in the Flint Hills region. If you've been recruited to this event by a youth sponsor, please make sure you indicate your "Fundraising Partner" (athlete's name) during signup.
Questions? Contact Pat Melgares at melgares@LetsGoRun.com.
Races
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BCS Wellness Be My Valentine 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th February 2026 (10:00AM CST)
$38.10
CLOSEDThis event is now closed due to size limits of this race. All registered finishers will receive a custom-made Running Cupid medal. Register with a partner and compete in two-person teams for additional prizes, based on combined finishing time. If you've been recruited to this event by a fundraising partner, be sure to indicate the name of the Manhattan High School athlete that recruited you before finishing your registration. -
BCS Wellness Be My Valentine 1.5 Mile Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th February 2026 (10:00AM CST)
$32.80
CLOSEDThis event is now closed due to size limits of this year's race. Come join the fun with a leisurely 1.5 mile walk around the Anneberg Park pond and adjacent trail. Registered walkers also receive a custom-made Running Cupid medal at the finish line. -
Virtual 5K Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
CLOSEDCan't make it in person on Feb. 14? That's okay -- we know that Love is Everwhere!! Run on your own time and place and submit your race result on this website. 100% of your virtual race fee still goes to the Manhattan HS cross country program.
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