Pittsburg Rotary Gorilla Grind 5K
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Pittsburg, Kansas
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 48th Annual Pittsburg Rotary Gorilla Grind 5K, taking place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in the vibrant city of Pittsburg, Crawford! This exciting race will kick off at 7:00 AM on the beautiful campus of Pittsburg State University, starting and finishing in front of Weede Gymnasium. Participants can enjoy a chip-timed experience provided by Runaround Racing, and the first 300 registrants will receive a commemorative shirt, so be sure to register online by September 29th!
The Gorilla Grind 5K is not just a fantastic opportunity to get active; it also supports a great cause! All proceeds from this event go towards scholarships for local high school students who aspire to attend Pittsburg State University, along with a special scholarship for a student entering the PSU Army ROTC program. As you cross the finish line, you'll be greeted with water and light snacks to refuel. The race features awards for various age categories, ensuring a competitive yet fun atmosphere for everyone involved. So, mark your calendars, prepare for the cool October weather, and join the community for a memorable morning of fitness and camaraderie while supporting a worthy cause!
The Gorilla Grind 5K is not just a fantastic opportunity to get active; it also supports a great cause! All proceeds from this event go towards scholarships for local high school students who aspire to attend Pittsburg State University, along with a special scholarship for a student entering the PSU Army ROTC program. As you cross the finish line, you'll be greeted with water and light snacks to refuel. The race features awards for various age categories, ensuring a competitive yet fun atmosphere for everyone involved. So, mark your calendars, prepare for the cool October weather, and join the community for a memorable morning of fitness and camaraderie while supporting a worthy cause!
Organiser's Description
EARLY REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Welcome to the 48th Annual "Pittsburg Rotary Gorilla Grind 5K! The race starts and finishes on the campus of Pittsburg State University in front of Weede Gymnasium. The race will be chip timed by Runaround Racing. There will be water and light snacks at the finish line.
All proceeds from the Gorilla Grind 5K provides scholarships to local high school students entering Pittsburg State University. A scholarship also is awarded to a student entering PSU Army ROTC. Pittsburg Noon Rotary works hard to put on an exceptional event!
Runners MUST register online by September 29th to receive a shirt. Packets not picked up on race day will NOT be mailed. The weather at 7am in late October can be chilly so come prepared! Packet pickup will start at 6:00am in the entryway of Weede Gymnasium before the race starts. At 6:50 the race director will give some last minute instructions and The Gorilla Grind 5K will start promptly at 7:00am and help kick off PSU's Homecoming activities!
Age group awards will be given for the following categories:
* Overall Male 1,2,3rd
* Overall Female 1,2,3rd
* 14 and under Male 1,2,3rd
* 14 and under Female 1,2,3rd
* 15-19 Male 1,2,3rd
* 15-19 Female 1,2,3rd
* 20-29 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 20-29 Female 1,2,3rd
* 30-39 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 30-39 Female 1,2,3rd
* 40-49 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 40-49 Female 1,2,3rd
* 50-59 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 50-59 Female 1,2,3rd
* 60 and up Male - 1,2,3rd
* 60 and up Female 1,2,3rd
We encourage all registrants to post pictures on our Facebook page @GorillaGrind5K.
Thank you to all our registrants and sponsors for making our event a great success!
Welcome to the 48th Annual "Pittsburg Rotary Gorilla Grind 5K! The race starts and finishes on the campus of Pittsburg State University in front of Weede Gymnasium. The race will be chip timed by Runaround Racing. There will be water and light snacks at the finish line.
All proceeds from the Gorilla Grind 5K provides scholarships to local high school students entering Pittsburg State University. A scholarship also is awarded to a student entering PSU Army ROTC. Pittsburg Noon Rotary works hard to put on an exceptional event!
Runners MUST register online by September 29th to receive a shirt. Packets not picked up on race day will NOT be mailed. The weather at 7am in late October can be chilly so come prepared! Packet pickup will start at 6:00am in the entryway of Weede Gymnasium before the race starts. At 6:50 the race director will give some last minute instructions and The Gorilla Grind 5K will start promptly at 7:00am and help kick off PSU's Homecoming activities!
Age group awards will be given for the following categories:
* Overall Male 1,2,3rd
* Overall Female 1,2,3rd
* 14 and under Male 1,2,3rd
* 14 and under Female 1,2,3rd
* 15-19 Male 1,2,3rd
* 15-19 Female 1,2,3rd
* 20-29 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 20-29 Female 1,2,3rd
* 30-39 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 30-39 Female 1,2,3rd
* 40-49 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 40-49 Female 1,2,3rd
* 50-59 Male - 1,2,3rd
* 50-59 Female 1,2,3rd
* 60 and up Male - 1,2,3rd
* 60 and up Female 1,2,3rd
We encourage all registrants to post pictures on our Facebook page @GorillaGrind5K.
Thank you to all our registrants and sponsors for making our event a great success!
Races
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2026 Gorilla Grind 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & GG5K Race Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 MAY
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