Fleet Feet Spring Fling 5 Mile
- Date Sun 8th March 2026
- Time 8:30AM CDT
- Location Lawrence, Kansas
- Price $23.08 - $38.98
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Fleet Feet Spring Fling 5 Mile, taking place on Sunday, March 8, 2026, in the beautiful city of Lawrence, Douglas County, Kansas. This exciting race features a certified 5-mile course that offers a flat and fast route, taking participants through the stunning landscapes of the Lawrence Rotary Arboretum and the scenic paved trail leading to the Clinton Lake Dam. The 5-mile race kicks off at 8:30 AM, followed by a family-friendly 1-mile fun run/walk starting at 8:40 AM.
Participants can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and breathtaking views while engaging in a fun and healthy activity. Packet pickup will be available on March 8 from 10 AM to 3 PM at the Lawrence Fleet Feet store and again on race day from 7:00 to 8:00 AM at the Lawrence Rotary Arboretum. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace the spirit of spring and challenge yourself in a community-focused event!
Participants can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and breathtaking views while engaging in a fun and healthy activity. Packet pickup will be available on March 8 from 10 AM to 3 PM at the Lawrence Fleet Feet store and again on race day from 7:00 to 8:00 AM at the Lawrence Rotary Arboretum. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace the spirit of spring and challenge yourself in a community-focused event!
Organiser's Description
MARCH 9, 2025 IN LAWRENCE, KANSAS
PACKET PICKUP INFO
MARCH 8: 10am-3pm at the Lawrence Fleet Feet store (839 Massachusetts St, Lawence, KS 66044)
MARCH 9: 7:00-8:00am at the Lawrence Rotary Arboretum (5100 W. 27th St, Lawrence, KS 66047)
RACE START TIMES
5-MILE RACE: 8:30am
1-MILE FUN RUN/WALK: 8:40am
RACE RATES
5-MILE RACE
Dec 13 Jan 20: $35
Jan 21 Feb 15: $40
Feb 16 Mar 1: $45
Mar 1 Mar 7: $50
Mar 8 Mar 9: $55
1-MILE FUN RUN/WALK
Dec 13 Jan 20: $20
Jan 21 Feb 15: $25
Feb 16 Mar 1: $30
Mar 1 Mar 7: $35
Mar 8 Mar 9: $40
RACE LOCATION & PARKING
The race will start & finish at the Lawrence Rotary Arboretum (5100 W 27th St, Lawrence, KS 66047).
Park at the Lawrence Youth Sports Complex across the street (4911 W 27th St, Lawrence, KS 66047).
(PLEASE NOTE: Due to only one road leading into the Youth Sports Complex, please arrive by 7:30am to avoid a traffic jam.)
There are restrooms at the Youth Sports Complex and well also have portable restrooms at the Arboretum.
RACE DESCRIPTION AND COURSE MAPS
THE 5-MILE COURSE IS NOW CERTIFIED! It's is a flat, fast route that takes in the super scenic Lawrence Rotary Arboretum and Paved Trail leading to the Clinton Lake Dam. Well start on the road for a quarter mile before getting on the wide sidewalk trail that goes around the Arboretum lakes and water fountains and then get on the wide paved trail leading to the dam. At the 2.5 mile mark, well turn around to head back on this out & back course.
5-MILE COURSE MAP [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6289237921/]
The 1-mile family fun run/walk course takes in the most scenic parts of the Arboretum. Well start on the road for a quarter mile before getting on the wide sidewalk trail that goes around the Arboretum lakes and water fountains and then take a short cut back to the finish. Super flat and super scenic!
1-MILE COURSE MAP [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6362167300/]
PACKET PICKUP INFO
MARCH 8: 10am-3pm at the Lawrence Fleet Feet store (839 Massachusetts St, Lawence, KS 66044)
MARCH 9: 7:00-8:00am at the Lawrence Rotary Arboretum (5100 W. 27th St, Lawrence, KS 66047)
RACE START TIMES
5-MILE RACE: 8:30am
1-MILE FUN RUN/WALK: 8:40am
RACE RATES
5-MILE RACE
Dec 13 Jan 20: $35
Jan 21 Feb 15: $40
Feb 16 Mar 1: $45
Mar 1 Mar 7: $50
Mar 8 Mar 9: $55
1-MILE FUN RUN/WALK
Dec 13 Jan 20: $20
Jan 21 Feb 15: $25
Feb 16 Mar 1: $30
Mar 1 Mar 7: $35
Mar 8 Mar 9: $40
RACE LOCATION & PARKING
The race will start & finish at the Lawrence Rotary Arboretum (5100 W 27th St, Lawrence, KS 66047).
Park at the Lawrence Youth Sports Complex across the street (4911 W 27th St, Lawrence, KS 66047).
(PLEASE NOTE: Due to only one road leading into the Youth Sports Complex, please arrive by 7:30am to avoid a traffic jam.)
There are restrooms at the Youth Sports Complex and well also have portable restrooms at the Arboretum.
RACE DESCRIPTION AND COURSE MAPS
THE 5-MILE COURSE IS NOW CERTIFIED! It's is a flat, fast route that takes in the super scenic Lawrence Rotary Arboretum and Paved Trail leading to the Clinton Lake Dam. Well start on the road for a quarter mile before getting on the wide sidewalk trail that goes around the Arboretum lakes and water fountains and then get on the wide paved trail leading to the dam. At the 2.5 mile mark, well turn around to head back on this out & back course.
5-MILE COURSE MAP [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6289237921/]
The 1-mile family fun run/walk course takes in the most scenic parts of the Arboretum. Well start on the road for a quarter mile before getting on the wide sidewalk trail that goes around the Arboretum lakes and water fountains and then take a short cut back to the finish. Super flat and super scenic!
1-MILE COURSE MAP [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6362167300/]
Races
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5-Mile Race
Incl. $3.98 Fee & Shirt
Sun 8th March 2026 (8:30AM CDT)
$38.98
OPENS DEC 25 -
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $3.08 Fee & Shirt
Sun 8th March 2026 (8:40AM CDT)
$23.08
OPENS DEC 25
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