Hoofin' it for Ag 5K
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Valparaiso, Indiana
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Hoofin' it for Ag 5K on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, in Valparaiso, Porter! This vibrant event at the fairgrounds is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of community, agriculture, and education. Participants will enjoy a beautiful, mostly flat course that winds through scenic fairgrounds, featuring livestock barns and open fields—perfect for competitive runners, casual joggers, and families with strollers alike.
Join fellow community members for a timed 5K race that supports vital agricultural education programs, including FFA and 4-H student leadership initiatives. Not only will you contribute to shaping the future of agriculture, but you'll also be treated to farm-fresh snacks, lively music, and a spirited finish-line celebration. With awards for top finishers in various age categories, this event promises to be an unforgettable morning of fitness, fellowship, and farm pride. Don't miss out on this opportunity to run for a cause that makes a difference!
Join fellow community members for a timed 5K race that supports vital agricultural education programs, including FFA and 4-H student leadership initiatives. Not only will you contribute to shaping the future of agriculture, but you'll also be treated to farm-fresh snacks, lively music, and a spirited finish-line celebration. With awards for top finishers in various age categories, this event promises to be an unforgettable morning of fitness, fellowship, and farm pride. Don't miss out on this opportunity to run for a cause that makes a difference!
Organiser's Description
Lace up your running shoes and join us at the fairgrounds for a fun and meaningful 5K race supporting Agricultural Education! Set against the backdrop of open skies, barns, and show arenas, this event brings together runners, walkers, families, and community members to celebrate and invest in the future of agriculture.
About the Event
The Fairgrounds 5K is a community-centered race designed to raise funds for local agricultural education programs. Proceeds will support:
FFA and 4-H student leadership programs
Classroom resources and hands-on ag science labs
Youth livestock and crop education initiatives
male sign The Course
Participants will enjoy a scenic route winding through the fairgrounds, passing livestock barns, exhibit halls, and open fields. The course is mostly flat, making it perfect for:
Competitive runners aiming for a personal best
Casual joggers
Walkers and families with strollers
Clearly marked pathways and enthusiastic volunteers will guide participants along the route, with water stations positioned to keep everyone energized.
Race Day Highlights
Timed 5K race with awards for top finishers
Farm-fresh snacks
Music and a lively finish-line celebration
AGE CATEGORIES FOR AWARDS:
TOP OVERALL: MALE AND FEMALE.
TOP MASTERS (40 AND OVER): MALE AND FEMALE.
TOP 3 IN AGE GROUPS: 10 & UNDER, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69,70-74, 75 AND UP
Why It Matters
Agricultural education shapes the next generation of farmers, scientists, business leaders, and innovators. By participating in this 5K, youre not just runningyoure investing in hands-on learning opportunities that cultivate leadership, responsibility, and real-world skills.
Bring your family, invite your friends, and come experience a morning of fitness, fellowship, and farm pride. Together, we can help agriculture continue to grow strong for generations to come.
About the Event
The Fairgrounds 5K is a community-centered race designed to raise funds for local agricultural education programs. Proceeds will support:
FFA and 4-H student leadership programs
Classroom resources and hands-on ag science labs
Youth livestock and crop education initiatives
male sign The Course
Participants will enjoy a scenic route winding through the fairgrounds, passing livestock barns, exhibit halls, and open fields. The course is mostly flat, making it perfect for:
Competitive runners aiming for a personal best
Casual joggers
Walkers and families with strollers
Clearly marked pathways and enthusiastic volunteers will guide participants along the route, with water stations positioned to keep everyone energized.
Race Day Highlights
Timed 5K race with awards for top finishers
Farm-fresh snacks
Music and a lively finish-line celebration
AGE CATEGORIES FOR AWARDS:
TOP OVERALL: MALE AND FEMALE.
TOP MASTERS (40 AND OVER): MALE AND FEMALE.
TOP 3 IN AGE GROUPS: 10 & UNDER, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69,70-74, 75 AND UP
Why It Matters
Agricultural education shapes the next generation of farmers, scientists, business leaders, and innovators. By participating in this 5K, youre not just runningyoure investing in hands-on learning opportunities that cultivate leadership, responsibility, and real-world skills.
Bring your family, invite your friends, and come experience a morning of fitness, fellowship, and farm pride. Together, we can help agriculture continue to grow strong for generations to come.
Races
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Hoofin It for Ag 5K
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$22.20
Must register by 7/23/26 to be guaranteed a shirt!
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Location
217 E Division rd, Valparaiso, 46383, IN, United States
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