Monarch Migration Run
- Date Sun 27th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Norman, Oklahoma
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Monarch Migration Run on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Ruby Grant Park in Norman, Cleveland! Embrace the spirit of movement and nature as you participate in either the exciting 5K or the fun-filled 1 Mile Caterpillar Crawl, starting at 9:00 AM. This vibrant event not only celebrates the remarkable journey of North America's monarch butterflies but also highlights the importance of Ruby Grant Park as a vital stopover for these incredible creatures during their migration to Mexico.
Whether you choose to run, walk, or flutter along the scenic trail, you’ll be contributing to a community effort focused on pollinator conservation and the beauty of our natural surroundings. Participants can look forward to custom monarch-themed medals, unique race bibs, and a color-changing swag bag that’s perfect for your race day essentials. Plus, enjoy refreshing tea and lemonade from Raising Cane's Norman to keep you energized! After the race, stick around for the annual Monarchs in the Park celebration, a family-friendly festival filled with educational activities and opportunities to support local conservation efforts. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a meaningful and fun-filled day dedicated to celebrating nature and community!
Whether you choose to run, walk, or flutter along the scenic trail, you’ll be contributing to a community effort focused on pollinator conservation and the beauty of our natural surroundings. Participants can look forward to custom monarch-themed medals, unique race bibs, and a color-changing swag bag that’s perfect for your race day essentials. Plus, enjoy refreshing tea and lemonade from Raising Cane's Norman to keep you energized! After the race, stick around for the annual Monarchs in the Park celebration, a family-friendly festival filled with educational activities and opportunities to support local conservation efforts. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a meaningful and fun-filled day dedicated to celebrating nature and community!
Organiser's Description
Come celebrate movement, nature, and one of North Americas most extraordinary journeys at the Inaugural MONARCH MIGRATION 5K & 1 MILE CATERPILLAR CRAWL at Ruby Grant Park in Norman on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH AT 9:00AM.
Ruby Grant Park isnt just a beautiful place to run its an essential stopover habitat for monarch butterflies as they make their long migration back home to Mexico each fall. This race honors that incredible journey and the vital role our local park plays in protecting it.
Join us for the Monarch Migration Run, a special event that kicks off Normans annual Monarchs in the Park celebration. Whether you run, walk, or flutter along the course, youll be part of a community effort to support pollinator conservation and celebrate the natural beauty of Ruby Grant Park.
Expect a scenic trail, vibrant monarchthemed touches, and a race experience thats as meaningful as it is fun. Come be part of the migration!
Raising Cains Norman be at the race handing out their delicious tea & lemonade to keep you refreshed before and after you run.
Run participants will receive:
Custom monarch themed race medal
Custom monarch themed bib with timing tag (timing tag for 5K participants)
Custom colorchanging monarch swag bag - made just for this race! This beautiful tote is your official swag bag and is included with registration
Entrance to the Annual Monarchs in the Park celebration
The Monarchs in the Park team will be selling their shirts at the festival, so be sure to grab your Monarch shirt there to support their great cause.
Were excited to welcome the Monarch Migration Run as a new stop on the Norman Race Series calendar! Because its part of the Monarchs in the Park event, this race will stand alone and will not count toward the overall series awards presented at the Christmas 5K.
sparklesAfter the run, stay for the Monarchs in the Park celebration an educational and familyfriendly festival dedicated to the monarch butterfly migration and pollinator conservation.
Ruby Grant Park isnt just a beautiful place to run its an essential stopover habitat for monarch butterflies as they make their long migration back home to Mexico each fall. This race honors that incredible journey and the vital role our local park plays in protecting it.
Join us for the Monarch Migration Run, a special event that kicks off Normans annual Monarchs in the Park celebration. Whether you run, walk, or flutter along the course, youll be part of a community effort to support pollinator conservation and celebrate the natural beauty of Ruby Grant Park.
Expect a scenic trail, vibrant monarchthemed touches, and a race experience thats as meaningful as it is fun. Come be part of the migration!
Raising Cains Norman be at the race handing out their delicious tea & lemonade to keep you refreshed before and after you run.
Run participants will receive:
Custom monarch themed race medal
Custom monarch themed bib with timing tag (timing tag for 5K participants)
Custom colorchanging monarch swag bag - made just for this race! This beautiful tote is your official swag bag and is included with registration
Entrance to the Annual Monarchs in the Park celebration
The Monarchs in the Park team will be selling their shirts at the festival, so be sure to grab your Monarch shirt there to support their great cause.
Were excited to welcome the Monarch Migration Run as a new stop on the Norman Race Series calendar! Because its part of the Monarchs in the Park event, this race will stand alone and will not count toward the overall series awards presented at the Christmas 5K.
sparklesAfter the run, stay for the Monarchs in the Park celebration an educational and familyfriendly festival dedicated to the monarch butterfly migration and pollinator conservation.
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4343 36th Ave NW, Norman, 73072, OK, United States
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