BCS Wellness Be My Valentine 5K and 1.5 Mile Walk

  • Date Thu 1st January 2026 - Sat 14th February 2026
  • Time 10:00AM CST
  • Location Manhattan, Kansas
  • Price $27.50 - $32.80
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate love at the BCS Wellness Be My Valentine 5K and 1.5 Mile Walk! Taking place in the charming city of Manhattan, Riley, this exciting event runs from January 1 to February 14, 2026, culminating in a heartwarming race on Valentine's Day. Participants will have the opportunity to choose between a competitive 5K run or a leisurely 1.5-mile walk, making it perfect for couples, families, and friends alike.

The 5K race will not only feature individual prizes but also exciting team competitions in Male-Female, Female-Female, and Male-Male categories. Every finisher will receive a custom-made Running Cupid medal, ensuring that everyone leaves with a token of love and accomplishment. Proceeds from this event will directly benefit the Manhattan High School cross country program and support youth running initiatives in the Flint Hills region. Don't miss out on this chance to spread the love while promoting fitness and community spirit!

Organiser's Description

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.

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 [email protected].

Races

  • BCS Wellness Be My Valentine 5K

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 14th February 2026 (10:00AM CST)

    $32.80

    All 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. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 14th February 2026 (10:00AM CST)

    $27.50

    Come join the fun with a leisurely 1.5 mile walk around the Anneberg Park pond and adjacent trail. Walkers also receive a custom-made Running Cupid medal at the finish line.
  • Virtual 5K Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee

    $27.50

    Can'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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Location

800 Anneberg Circle, Manhattan, 66503, KS, United States

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