Franke Park Derby Mile Trail Race-Kids Run
- 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 Franke Park Derby Mile Trail Race-Kids Run on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Allen! This exciting event invites young athletes aged 12 and under to tackle a challenging one-mile loop of dirt trails in the beautiful Franke Park. Runners will kick off the day at The HUB, an outdoor recreation facility nestled at the base of historic Derby Hill.
Participants can look forward to a morning packed with activities, starting with packet pickup from 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM, followed by race instructions at 8:50 AM. The race itself begins at 9:00 AM, with awards for participants set to be announced at 10:30 AM. This is not just a race; it’s part of a series that encourages kids to compete in multiple events throughout the season, earning points and fun prizes as they go. Plus, in the spirit of community, attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to support local families in need. Join us for a day full of energy, camaraderie, and a love for running!
Participants can look forward to a morning packed with activities, starting with packet pickup from 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM, followed by race instructions at 8:50 AM. The race itself begins at 9:00 AM, with awards for participants set to be announced at 10:30 AM. This is not just a race; it’s part of a series that encourages kids to compete in multiple events throughout the season, earning points and fun prizes as they go. Plus, in the spirit of community, attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to support local families in need. Join us for a day full of energy, camaraderie, and a love for running!
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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