Buckner Park Dash-Kid Run
- 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 inaugural Buckner Park Dash-Kid Run on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in beautiful Fort Wayne, Allen! This fantastic event is part of the first annual Fort Wayne Park Race Series and is open to young athletes aged 12 and under. Participants will race a thrilling one-mile course along the picturesque recreation trail in Buckner Park, creating memorable experiences while promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Starting bright and early, the day's festivities kick off with packet pickup from 7:30 to 8:45 AM at the playground pavilion, where young runners can grab their race bibs and get ready to compete. After a brief race briefing at 8:45 AM, the excitement builds toward the race start at 9:00 AM! Not only will participants have a chance to earn points throughout the series, but they'll also receive a special race decal at the finish line. Plus, this event supports the community by collecting non-perishable food items for local families in need. Don’t miss out on this chance to cheer on the next generation of runners and join in the fun at the Buckner Park Dash!
Starting bright and early, the day's festivities kick off with packet pickup from 7:30 to 8:45 AM at the playground pavilion, where young runners can grab their race bibs and get ready to compete. After a brief race briefing at 8:45 AM, the excitement builds toward the race start at 9:00 AM! Not only will participants have a chance to earn points throughout the series, but they'll also receive a special race decal at the finish line. Plus, this event supports the community by collecting non-perishable food items for local families in need. Don’t miss out on this chance to cheer on the next generation of runners and join in the fun at the Buckner Park Dash!
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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