K-State Homecoming Philanthropy 5K and Virtual 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sun 5th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Manhattan, Kansas
- Price $30.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the K-State Homecoming Philanthropy 5K and Virtual 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in beautiful Manhattan, Riley! This vibrant event continues the tradition of giving back to the community, with proceeds benefiting BE ABLE, a remarkable organization dedicated to supporting individuals facing adversity by fostering connections and creating opportunities.
Participants can choose between an in-person 5K starting at 9 A.M. at the K-State Alumni Center or a flexible virtual option. The in-person race features a distance of 3.1 miles, with awards for the top three finishers in various categories, including male and female students and non-students. For those opting for the virtual 5K, you'll have the chance to complete your run or walk anytime and anywhere from September 28 through October 5. Registration costs $30, with discounts available for K-State Alumni Association members and current students. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a worthy cause while enjoying a fun and active day!
Participants can choose between an in-person 5K starting at 9 A.M. at the K-State Alumni Center or a flexible virtual option. The in-person race features a distance of 3.1 miles, with awards for the top three finishers in various categories, including male and female students and non-students. For those opting for the virtual 5K, you'll have the chance to complete your run or walk anytime and anywhere from September 28 through October 5. Registration costs $30, with discounts available for K-State Alumni Association members and current students. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a worthy cause while enjoying a fun and active day!
Organiser's Description
2025 PHILANTHROPY - BE ABLE
K-Staters continue a great tradition of giving back to our community; proceeds for this year's virtual 5K run/walk will benefit BE ABLE. Be Able is a community resource that exists to engage with those in adversity by creating connections, cultivating skills, and opening doors of opportunity. Click on the link for more about Be Able and ways you can help. https://beablecommunity.com/. [https://beablecommunity.com/]
COST
$30.00
$5.00 discount offered to K-State Alumni Association members and current K-State students
_*PLEASE NOTE: THE DISCOUNT PAGE IS 3 SCREENS INTO REGISTRATION, AND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO PROVIDE YOUR ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEMBER NUMBER, OR YOUR K-STATE EID._
T-shirt is guaranteed if registered by September 17 @ 12 p.m.
No refunds will be given for any 5K registration or shipping fees paid.
IN-PERSON INFORMATION
The in-person 5K will begin at 9 A.M. ON SUNDAY, OCT. 5 AT THE K-STATE ALUMNI CENTER. Prizes are awarded for first through third in four categories: non-student male, non-student female, male student, and female student. All students participating in the group competition must be in-person. NON-STUDENT AND STUDENTS (NOT IN A GROUP) CAN PICK UP YOUR RACE PACKET ON FRIDAY, OCT. 3 FROM 2-5 P.M. OR ON SUNDAY FROM 8-8:30 A.M. BEFORE THE RACE, BOTH AT THE K-STATE ALUMNI CENTER.
VIRTUAL INFORMATION
The virtual 5K is open to non-students and students (excluding groups) and must be registered by 9 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 5. You can register through this site or call the K-State Alumni Association at 785-532-6260. Enjoy a 3.1-mile walk, jog, or run at a place, pace, and time of your choosing between Sunday, Sept. 28 through noon on Sunday, Oct. 5, and share your results. We will compile virtual results separate from the results of the in-person race. There are no prizes for the virtual run/walk. Don't forget to enter your race time here [https://runsignup.com/5kstate/results] by noon on Oct. 5. ALL VIRTUAL REGISTRATIONS PAYING FOR SHIPPING WILL BE MAILED THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 22. IF YOU CHOOSE NOT TO HAVE YOUR PACKET SHIPPED YOU MUST PICK UP YOUR PACKET ON FRIDAY, OCT. 3 FROM 2-5 P.M. OR THE MORNING OF THE RACE, BOTH FROM THE K-STATE ALUMNI CENTER.
K-Staters continue a great tradition of giving back to our community; proceeds for this year's virtual 5K run/walk will benefit BE ABLE. Be Able is a community resource that exists to engage with those in adversity by creating connections, cultivating skills, and opening doors of opportunity. Click on the link for more about Be Able and ways you can help. https://beablecommunity.com/. [https://beablecommunity.com/]
COST
$30.00
$5.00 discount offered to K-State Alumni Association members and current K-State students
_*PLEASE NOTE: THE DISCOUNT PAGE IS 3 SCREENS INTO REGISTRATION, AND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO PROVIDE YOUR ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEMBER NUMBER, OR YOUR K-STATE EID._
T-shirt is guaranteed if registered by September 17 @ 12 p.m.
No refunds will be given for any 5K registration or shipping fees paid.
IN-PERSON INFORMATION
The in-person 5K will begin at 9 A.M. ON SUNDAY, OCT. 5 AT THE K-STATE ALUMNI CENTER. Prizes are awarded for first through third in four categories: non-student male, non-student female, male student, and female student. All students participating in the group competition must be in-person. NON-STUDENT AND STUDENTS (NOT IN A GROUP) CAN PICK UP YOUR RACE PACKET ON FRIDAY, OCT. 3 FROM 2-5 P.M. OR ON SUNDAY FROM 8-8:30 A.M. BEFORE THE RACE, BOTH AT THE K-STATE ALUMNI CENTER.
VIRTUAL INFORMATION
The virtual 5K is open to non-students and students (excluding groups) and must be registered by 9 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 5. You can register through this site or call the K-State Alumni Association at 785-532-6260. Enjoy a 3.1-mile walk, jog, or run at a place, pace, and time of your choosing between Sunday, Sept. 28 through noon on Sunday, Oct. 5, and share your results. We will compile virtual results separate from the results of the in-person race. There are no prizes for the virtual run/walk. Don't forget to enter your race time here [https://runsignup.com/5kstate/results] by noon on Oct. 5. ALL VIRTUAL REGISTRATIONS PAYING FOR SHIPPING WILL BE MAILED THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 22. IF YOU CHOOSE NOT TO HAVE YOUR PACKET SHIPPED YOU MUST PICK UP YOUR PACKET ON FRIDAY, OCT. 3 FROM 2-5 P.M. OR THE MORNING OF THE RACE, BOTH FROM THE K-STATE ALUMNI CENTER.
Races
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K-State Homecoming Philanthropy 5K
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$30.00
Come join the fun of this lively 3.1 mile run/walk that starts and ends at the K-State Alumni Center (1720 Anderson Avenue). Prizes are awarded for first through third in four categories: non-student male, non-student female, male student and female student. -
Virtual ONLY --- Registration
Incl. T-Shirt
$30.00
Enjoy a 3.1 mile run/walk at a place, pace and time of your choosing. Then come back to this site between Oct. 14 and Oct. 20 to submit your time and see how you stack up against your Wildcat friends and family! Share your experience on social media with #5kstate
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