Fort4Fitness Winter Wonder Dash
- Date Fri 14th November 2025 - Sat 15th November 2025
- Time 6:00PM EST
- Location Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the holiday spirit at the Fort4Fitness Winter Wonder Dash, taking place from November 14th to 15th, 2025, in the scenic Franke Park of Fort Wayne, Allen. This beloved annual event invites participants to bundle up in their warmest winter gear and either walk a festive 2K or challenge themselves with a 5K run/walk through an enchanting display of over 120 dazzling holiday lights. Enjoy a unique opportunity to experience the magical atmosphere before the official drive-through event opens to the public!
For those who prefer to join virtually, you can complete your 2K or 5K anywhere and at any time, enjoying the fun from the comfort of your own surroundings. Participants will receive a stylish T-shirt and a commemorative Winter Wonder Dash ornament, making this event not just a race, but a delightful holiday keepsake. Join in the fun, create cherished memories with loved ones, and embrace the festive spirit at this exciting winter celebration!
For those who prefer to join virtually, you can complete your 2K or 5K anywhere and at any time, enjoying the fun from the comfort of your own surroundings. Participants will receive a stylish T-shirt and a commemorative Winter Wonder Dash ornament, making this event not just a race, but a delightful holiday keepsake. Join in the fun, create cherished memories with loved ones, and embrace the festive spirit at this exciting winter celebration!
Organiser's Description
2K WALK OR 5K RUN/WALK
Grab your winter coat, hat, mittens and warm socks and get ready to experience one of Fort Wayne's favorite holiday traditions! Every year, Blue Jacket, Inc. sets up beautiful holiday light displays throughout Franke Park for folks to drive through and enjoy. Fort4Fitness participants have special access to walk or run through the lights before the Blue Jacket drive-through event opens to the public! Gather a group of loved ones and create unforgettable, fun holiday memories as you take in the 120+ brilliant light displays.
VIRTUAL 2K/5K
Virtual participants can complete their 2K or 5K at any time and place.
Since virtual participants are not timed, you will not receive a race bib.
You will receive your t-shirt and commemorative Winter Wonder Dash ornament, either by picking it up during regular Packet Pick-Up times, or by having it mailed to you (you would have chosen this option on your original registration). Mailings will go out the week of November 18th.
We do not require you to send in proof of completion.
Grab your winter coat, hat, mittens and warm socks and get ready to experience one of Fort Wayne's favorite holiday traditions! Every year, Blue Jacket, Inc. sets up beautiful holiday light displays throughout Franke Park for folks to drive through and enjoy. Fort4Fitness participants have special access to walk or run through the lights before the Blue Jacket drive-through event opens to the public! Gather a group of loved ones and create unforgettable, fun holiday memories as you take in the 120+ brilliant light displays.
VIRTUAL 2K/5K
Virtual participants can complete their 2K or 5K at any time and place.
Since virtual participants are not timed, you will not receive a race bib.
You will receive your t-shirt and commemorative Winter Wonder Dash ornament, either by picking it up during regular Packet Pick-Up times, or by having it mailed to you (you would have chosen this option on your original registration). Mailings will go out the week of November 18th.
We do not require you to send in proof of completion.
Races
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5 and Under - 2K or 5K Registration
Fri 14th November 2025 (6:00PM EST)
Free
OPENS SOONChildren ages 5 and under can participate for free. These registrations do NOT include a t-shirt, timing, or goody bag. -
2K Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Long-Sleeved Shirt
Fri 14th November 2025 (6:00PM EST)
$22.20
OPENS SOONThe 2K Walk is not a timed race. -
5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Long-Sleeved Shirt
Sat 15th November 2025 (6:00PM EST)
$27.50
OPENS SOONThe 5K Run/Walk is a timed race. -
Virtual 2K or 5K
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
$22.20
OPENS SOONVirtual participants can complete their race at any place/time of their choosing. They will receive a shirt and commemorative ornament.
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