Franke Park Derby Mile Kid Trail Race
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Price $3.12
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the first annual Franke Park Derby Mile Kid Trail Race, taking place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the beautiful Franke Park, Fort Wayne, Allen. This exciting event invites young athletes aged 12 and under to tackle a challenging one-mile loop of dirt trails, showcasing their stamina and spirit. Runners will start and finish at the HUB, located at the foot of the historic Derby Hill, creating a picturesque backdrop for this thrilling race.
Participants can look forward to a lively schedule, beginning with packet pickup from 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM, followed by race instructions at 8:50 AM and the race kicking off at 9:00 AM. Not only will young runners have a chance to compete for awards and points over a series of races, but they will also contribute to a great cause by bringing non-perishable food items to help local families in need. The Derby Mile is not just a race; it's a fantastic opportunity to build community, foster a love for fitness, and create lasting memories. Join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and the thrill of racing!
Participants can look forward to a lively schedule, beginning with packet pickup from 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM, followed by race instructions at 8:50 AM and the race kicking off at 9:00 AM. Not only will young runners have a chance to compete for awards and points over a series of races, but they will also contribute to a great cause by bringing non-perishable food items to help local families in need. The Derby Mile is not just a race; it's a fantastic opportunity to build community, foster a love for fitness, and create lasting memories. Join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and the thrill of racing!
Organiser's Description
We are excited to announce The Getting Miles Athletic Club's first annual Fort Wayne Park Race Series. Participants aged 12 and under are eligible to compete in this race series.
The Derby Mile is a one mile loop of challenging dirt trails in Franke Park. Participants will start and finish at the HUB.
The HUB is an outdoor recreation facility at the bottom of historic Derby Hill.
Make sure you arrive early to find a good parking spot, warm up, use the restrooms and pick up your race bib.
Series participants need to return their race bibs to the packet pickup station in order to receive points for the race. You will use the same race bib for all the events.
Runners will receive the final race decal to put on their bibs at the finish line.
We are collecting non-perishable food items to help fill the local food lockers to help local families in need.
The Getting Miles Athletic Club is a local organization whose goal is to provide a community for recreational athletes of all levels.
Raceday Schedule of Events
7:30AM-8:45AM-Packet Pickup at The HUB
8:50AM-Race info and instructions
9:00AM-Race time!
10:30AM-Race series awards
Series participants need to return their race bibs to the packet pickup station in order to receive points for the race. You will use the same race bib for all the events.
Complete all four races and win fun prizes at the end of the season.
Race Series Page [https://runsignup.com/Series/ParkRaceSeries]
Shoaff Park Long Mile
Buckner Park Dash
Franke Park Derby Mile
Double Dragon Two Mile
Runners will be placed into one of four age groups:
5-6
7-8
9-10
11-12
Runners will receive points based on age group and gender place.
Runners who finish after 20th will receive points for finishing.
Awards for participation and point series for the race season will be presented at the conclusion of the Double Dragon in October.
The Derby Mile is a one mile loop of challenging dirt trails in Franke Park. Participants will start and finish at the HUB.
The HUB is an outdoor recreation facility at the bottom of historic Derby Hill.
Make sure you arrive early to find a good parking spot, warm up, use the restrooms and pick up your race bib.
Series participants need to return their race bibs to the packet pickup station in order to receive points for the race. You will use the same race bib for all the events.
Runners will receive the final race decal to put on their bibs at the finish line.
We are collecting non-perishable food items to help fill the local food lockers to help local families in need.
The Getting Miles Athletic Club is a local organization whose goal is to provide a community for recreational athletes of all levels.
Raceday Schedule of Events
7:30AM-8:45AM-Packet Pickup at The HUB
8:50AM-Race info and instructions
9:00AM-Race time!
10:30AM-Race series awards
Series participants need to return their race bibs to the packet pickup station in order to receive points for the race. You will use the same race bib for all the events.
Complete all four races and win fun prizes at the end of the season.
Race Series Page [https://runsignup.com/Series/ParkRaceSeries]
Shoaff Park Long Mile
Buckner Park Dash
Franke Park Derby Mile
Double Dragon Two Mile
Runners will be placed into one of four age groups:
5-6
7-8
9-10
11-12
Runners will receive points based on age group and gender place.
Runners who finish after 20th will receive points for finishing.
Awards for participation and point series for the race season will be presented at the conclusion of the Double Dragon in October.
Races
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Trail Mile
Incl. $1.12 Fee
Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$3.12
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Franke Park Mountain Bike Trails, 3411 Sherman Blvd, Fort Wayne, 46808, IN, United States
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