Emma Creek Classic 5K/1M
- Date Sat 25th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Hesston, Kansas
- Price $32.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Kick off the day with the 1-Mile fun run/walk at 9 AM, perfect for those looking to support a great cause in a relaxed atmosphere. The main event, the 5K race, will start at 9:30 AM, featuring a certified fast-and-flat course designed specifically for women and girls of all ages. Runners will have the chance to win awards in various age categories, with a festive awards ceremony scheduled for 10:30 AM. The first 500 participants to register will receive a special swag bag filled with goodies and an exclusive 2026 Emma Creek t-shirt! Enjoy a delicious brunch post-race and create lasting memories in this vibrant community gathering. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have fun, connect, and contribute to a meaningful cause!
Organiser's Description
This is our annual fundraiser to raise funds to serve our youth, who due to budgetary constraints, would not be able to participate. This race is an critical part of our mission which is "to serve our community so that people of all ages and abilities can have fun, grow and feel a sense of belonging."
The first 500 who sign up will receive a swag bag with goodies from our sponsors as well as a 2026 Emma Creek t-shirt. The one mile will start at 9am. It is a fun run/walk, non-competitive for those who want to support us, but do not want to do a 5k. The 5k will start at 9:30am, with awards ceremony at 10:30am.
Awards will be given to the Top 10 overall and top 3 per age group. Age groups are 8 & younger; 9-11; 12-17; 18-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80-84; and 85 and older. The awards ceremony will not be more than 30 minutes.
PACKET PICK UP- YOU CAN ALSO PICK UP DAY OF RACE
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* Friday, April 24
* Hesston Aquatic Center
* 300 N Ridge Rd
* 9am to 3pm
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
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* Packet pick up/"day of" signing up - 8am
* One mile - 9am
* 5k - 9:30am
* Will have brunch for runners
* Awards - 10:30am
* Parking will be at the stadium.
RULES
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* The Emma Creek 5k is a certified fast-and-flat course for WOMEN AND GIRLS of all ages
* Timing chips are used
* All Kansas middle school, junior high and high school track and field athletes are ineligible to enter or compete due to KSHSAA rules
* Strollers are welcome, but should line up toward the back of the starting line
* Please no cell phone use or pets in the race
* No scooters/skates/skateboards
* Medical Aid will be available
* Race results will be available at timerguys.com
FACEBOOK: Join us at Emma Creek Classic 5K on Facebook.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:30AM CDT)
$32.50
OPENS 05 NOV -
1-Mile Fun Walk/Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$32.50
OPENS 05 NOV
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