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
Join us for the 35th annual Emma Creek Classic 5K and 1-Mile Run/Walk on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in the heart of Hesston, Kansas! This vibrant women's-only race celebrates community spirit and empowers our youth by raising funds for their activities. Runners of all ages can participate in the 5K, which kicks off at 9:30 AM, or the fun, non-competitive 1 Mile starting at 9:00 AM.
The event is not just about running; it’s a celebration! The first 500 registrants will receive a swag bag filled with goodies from our sponsors and a stylish 2026 Emma Creek t-shirt, with the exciting option to choose your shirt color this year! With 17 awarded age groups and prizes for the top 10 overall, there's a chance for everyone to shine. Don't miss out on the post-race awards ceremony at 10:30 AM, followed by a delightful brunch for all participants. Mark your calendars and be part of this uplifting tradition, where fun, fitness, and community come together in a fantastic way!
The event is not just about running; it’s a celebration! The first 500 registrants will receive a swag bag filled with goodies from our sponsors and a stylish 2026 Emma Creek t-shirt, with the exciting option to choose your shirt color this year! With 17 awarded age groups and prizes for the top 10 overall, there's a chance for everyone to shine. Don't miss out on the post-race awards ceremony at 10:30 AM, followed by a delightful brunch for all participants. Mark your calendars and be part of this uplifting tradition, where fun, fitness, and community come together in a fantastic way!
Organiser's Description
WE HAVE RAN FOR 35 YEARS, AND WE HAVE NO PLANS TO STOP! WELCOME TO THE 35TH RUN OF THE EMMA CREEK 5K/1M RUN/WALK.
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 a tradition in Hesston Kansas and is unique because it is a women's only race, where we have a variety of ages, as we have 17 awarded age groups as well as the top ten!
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 Hesston Rec, but do not want to do a 5k. The 5k will start at 9:30am, with awards ceremony at 10:30am.
WE WANTED TO GIVE YOU AN OPTION TO CHOOSE THE COLOR OF YOU SHIRT THIS YEAR!!!
To celebrate 35 years, we want YOU to have the option of color of shirt you would like.
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, IF YOU WANT IT AHEAD OF TIME
*
* Friday, April 24
* Hesston Aquatic Center
* 300 N Ridge Rd
* 9am to 3pm
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
*
* 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
*
* 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.
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 a tradition in Hesston Kansas and is unique because it is a women's only race, where we have a variety of ages, as we have 17 awarded age groups as well as the top ten!
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 Hesston Rec, but do not want to do a 5k. The 5k will start at 9:30am, with awards ceremony at 10:30am.
WE WANTED TO GIVE YOU AN OPTION TO CHOOSE THE COLOR OF YOU SHIRT THIS YEAR!!!
To celebrate 35 years, we want YOU to have the option of color of shirt you would like.
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, IF YOU WANT IT AHEAD OF TIME
*
* Friday, April 24
* Hesston Aquatic Center
* 300 N Ridge Rd
* 9am to 3pm
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
*
* 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
*
* 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.
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