Buckner Park Dash-Kid Race
- Date Sat 15th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Price $3.12
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Buckner Park Dash-Kid Race on Saturday, August 15, 2026, located in the beautiful Buckner Park in Fort Wayne, Allen. This thrilling one-mile race is specially designed for young athletes aged 12 and under, making it the perfect opportunity for kids to showcase their running skills while enjoying a supportive community atmosphere.
The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, following a lively pre-race schedule that includes packet pickup from 7:30 to 8:45 AM and important race instructions from 8:45 to 9:00 AM. Participants are encouraged to arrive early to get settled in and warm up. Not only will kids have the chance to compete and earn points throughout the race series, but they will also be contributing to a great cause by bringing non-perishable food items to support local families in need. With age divisions ranging from 5-12 years and exciting prizes for those who complete all four races in the series, the Buckner Park Dash promises to be a memorable event filled with camaraderie and encouragement. Join us for a day of running, community spirit, and fun!
The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, following a lively pre-race schedule that includes packet pickup from 7:30 to 8:45 AM and important race instructions from 8:45 to 9:00 AM. Participants are encouraged to arrive early to get settled in and warm up. Not only will kids have the chance to compete and earn points throughout the race series, but they will also be contributing to a great cause by bringing non-perishable food items to support local families in need. With age divisions ranging from 5-12 years and exciting prizes for those who complete all four races in the series, the Buckner Park Dash promises to be a memorable event filled with camaraderie and encouragement. Join us for a day of running, community spirit, and fun!
Organiser's Description
We are excited to announce The Getting Miles Athletic Club's first annual Fort Wayne Park Race Series. Participants aged 12 and under are eligible to compete in this race series.
The Buckner Park Dash is a one mile race on the recreation trail in Buckner Park.
Make sure you arrive early to find a good parking spot, warm up, use the restrooms and pick up your race bib.
Series participants need to return their race bibs to the packet pickup station in order to receive points for the race. You will use the same race bib for all the events.
Runners will receive a race decal to put on their bib at the finish line.
Be sure to return your race bib to packet pickup after you finish the race. You will use the same bib for the entire season!
We are collecting non-perishable food items to help fill the local food lockers to help local families in need.
The Getting Miles Athletic Club is a local organization whose goal is to provide a community for recreational athletes of all levels.
Raceday Schedule of Events
7:30-8:45AM-Packet Pickup in the playground pavilion
8:45AM-9:00AM-Race info and instructions
9:00AM-Race Time!
Series participants need to return their race bibs to the packet pickup station in order to receive points for the race. You will use the same race bib for all the events.
Complete all four races and win fun prizes at the end of the season.
Race Series Page [https://runsignup.com/Series/ParkRaceSeries]
Shoaff Park Long Mile
Buckner Park Dash
Franke Park Derby Mile
Double Dragon Two Mile
Runners will be placed into one of four age groups:
5-6
7-8
9-10
11-12
Runners will receive points based on age group and gender place.
Runners who finish after 20th will receive points for finishing.
Awards for participation and point series for the race season will be presented at the conclusion of the Double Dragon in October.
The Buckner Park Dash is a one mile race on the recreation trail in Buckner Park.
Make sure you arrive early to find a good parking spot, warm up, use the restrooms and pick up your race bib.
Series participants need to return their race bibs to the packet pickup station in order to receive points for the race. You will use the same race bib for all the events.
Runners will receive a race decal to put on their bib at the finish line.
Be sure to return your race bib to packet pickup after you finish the race. You will use the same bib for the entire season!
We are collecting non-perishable food items to help fill the local food lockers to help local families in need.
The Getting Miles Athletic Club is a local organization whose goal is to provide a community for recreational athletes of all levels.
Raceday Schedule of Events
7:30-8:45AM-Packet Pickup in the playground pavilion
8:45AM-9:00AM-Race info and instructions
9:00AM-Race Time!
Series participants need to return their race bibs to the packet pickup station in order to receive points for the race. You will use the same race bib for all the events.
Complete all four races and win fun prizes at the end of the season.
Race Series Page [https://runsignup.com/Series/ParkRaceSeries]
Shoaff Park Long Mile
Buckner Park Dash
Franke Park Derby Mile
Double Dragon Two Mile
Runners will be placed into one of four age groups:
5-6
7-8
9-10
11-12
Runners will receive points based on age group and gender place.
Runners who finish after 20th will receive points for finishing.
Awards for participation and point series for the race season will be presented at the conclusion of the Double Dragon in October.
Races
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Buckner Park Long Mile
Incl. $1.12 Fee
Sat 15th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$3.12
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Location
Buckner Park, 6114 Bass Rd, Fort Wayne, 46818, IN, United States
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