Finish the Race 5k and Fun Run
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Norman, Oklahoma
- Price $20.00 - $30.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Finish the Race 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Ruby Grant Park in Norman, Oklahoma! Kicking off at 9:00 AM with the 5K race and shortly after at 9:05 AM for the 1-Mile Fun Run, this community-focused event promises a morning filled with fitness, fun, and fellowship. Participants of all ages are invited to join in on the festivities, including a free Kids Dash for children 8 and under.
The race supports a wonderful cause, helping to send kids to Camp Unite, making every step count! Runners can expect a mostly flat trail that meanders through the beautiful park, with a mix of grass, sidewalks, and gravel surfaces. With awards for top finishers and custom race bibs and gifts for all participants, this event is about more than just competition—it's about building community spirit and encouraging one another. Don’t miss this opportunity to join your friends and family for a fulfilling day of faith and fitness!
The race supports a wonderful cause, helping to send kids to Camp Unite, making every step count! Runners can expect a mostly flat trail that meanders through the beautiful park, with a mix of grass, sidewalks, and gravel surfaces. With awards for top finishers and custom race bibs and gifts for all participants, this event is about more than just competition—it's about building community spirit and encouraging one another. Don’t miss this opportunity to join your friends and family for a fulfilling day of faith and fitness!
Organiser's Description
FINISH THE RACE 5K & FUN RUN
PRESENTED BY BBC NORMAN
DATE: Saturday, March 28, 2026
LOCATION: Ruby Grant Park Norman, OK
TIME: 9:00 AM 5K Start | 9:05 AM 1-Mile Fun Run | Free Kids Dash (8 & under) before the 5K
Join us for the FINISH THE RACE 5K & FUN RUN, a community-wide event celebrating fitness, fellowship, and faith all while supporting a great cause! Whether youre a dedicated runner, casual walker, or bringing the family for a morning of fun, theres something for everyone.
This event is more than just a race its an opportunity to come together, encourage one another, and HELP SEND KIDS TO CAMP UNITE.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
check mark button Timed 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
check mark button FREE KIDS DASH (8 & UNDER) before the race
check mark button Fellowship, refreshments, and community fun
check mark button Proceeds help send kids to Camp Unite
PARTICIPANT PERKS
All participants will receive:
check mark A CUSTOM RACE BIB
check mark A FINISHER GIFT to celebrate your accomplishment
check mark OFFICIAL TIMING CHIP for 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run participants
check mark A morning filled with FAITH, FELLOWSHIP, AND FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Add a RACE SHIRT to your registration for JUST $10. Any remaining shirts will be sold at the race while supplies and sizes last.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This is a TRAIL RUN through a well-maintained community park in Norman, OK. The course is MOSTLY FLAT with a few gentle hills and consists of GRASS, SIDEWALK, AND SOME GRAVEL SURFACES. Its smooth and safe for runners and walkers of all levels and is often used for local high school cross-country races.
AWARDS:
Awards will be given to the OVERALL TOP THREE MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS, as well as the top MALE AND FEMALE FINISHER IN EACH AGE DIVISION (5K only). All 5K and 1-Mile finishers will receive a FINISHER GIFT.
PARKING & ACCOMMODATIONS:
Parking is available on the WEST SIDE OF RUBY GRANT PARK off of 36TH AVE NEAR FRANKLIN ROAD. Restrooms are located in the MAIN PARKING LOT.
PACKET PICKUP:
FRIDAY, MARCH 27 (500 PM)
Bethel Baptist Church 1717 W Lindsey St, Norman, OK 73069
Come run (or walk!) your race and celebrate crossing the finish line together!
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
2 Timothy 4:7
PRESENTED BY BBC NORMAN
DATE: Saturday, March 28, 2026
LOCATION: Ruby Grant Park Norman, OK
TIME: 9:00 AM 5K Start | 9:05 AM 1-Mile Fun Run | Free Kids Dash (8 & under) before the 5K
Join us for the FINISH THE RACE 5K & FUN RUN, a community-wide event celebrating fitness, fellowship, and faith all while supporting a great cause! Whether youre a dedicated runner, casual walker, or bringing the family for a morning of fun, theres something for everyone.
This event is more than just a race its an opportunity to come together, encourage one another, and HELP SEND KIDS TO CAMP UNITE.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
check mark button Timed 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
check mark button FREE KIDS DASH (8 & UNDER) before the race
check mark button Fellowship, refreshments, and community fun
check mark button Proceeds help send kids to Camp Unite
PARTICIPANT PERKS
All participants will receive:
check mark A CUSTOM RACE BIB
check mark A FINISHER GIFT to celebrate your accomplishment
check mark OFFICIAL TIMING CHIP for 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run participants
check mark A morning filled with FAITH, FELLOWSHIP, AND FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Add a RACE SHIRT to your registration for JUST $10. Any remaining shirts will be sold at the race while supplies and sizes last.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This is a TRAIL RUN through a well-maintained community park in Norman, OK. The course is MOSTLY FLAT with a few gentle hills and consists of GRASS, SIDEWALK, AND SOME GRAVEL SURFACES. Its smooth and safe for runners and walkers of all levels and is often used for local high school cross-country races.
AWARDS:
Awards will be given to the OVERALL TOP THREE MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS, as well as the top MALE AND FEMALE FINISHER IN EACH AGE DIVISION (5K only). All 5K and 1-Mile finishers will receive a FINISHER GIFT.
PARKING & ACCOMMODATIONS:
Parking is available on the WEST SIDE OF RUBY GRANT PARK off of 36TH AVE NEAR FRANKLIN ROAD. Restrooms are located in the MAIN PARKING LOT.
PACKET PICKUP:
FRIDAY, MARCH 27 (500 PM)
Bethel Baptist Church 1717 W Lindsey St, Norman, OK 73069
Come run (or walk!) your race and celebrate crossing the finish line together!
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
2 Timothy 4:7
Races
-
5K Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$30.00
OPENS 01 JAN 26 -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:05AM CDT)
$20.00
OPENS 01 JAN 26
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3110 W Franklin Rd, Norman, 73072, OK, United States
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