Poppy Run
- Date Sat 23rd May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Wauseon, Ohio
- Price $6.80 - $38.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Poppy Run on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at the Fulton County Fairgrounds in Wauseon, Ohio! This uplifting 5K event is dedicated to honoring our nation's fallen heroes and supports vital veterans organizations, including Flag City Honor Flight and the Fisher House Foundation. The day will kick off with a heartfelt Memorial Day ceremony, followed by the 5K run/walk where participants of all ages can pay tribute to those who fought for our freedom.
In addition to the 5K, we invite young runners to participate in a kids' 1/2 mile race, ensuring a fun-filled day for the whole family. Every finisher will receive a medal, and awards will be presented to the overall male and female winners, along with age group champions from 10 & under to 85 & older. Don't miss this chance to celebrate and remember while getting active in a community-focused event. Lace up your running shoes and be part of something special at the Poppy Run!
In addition to the 5K, we invite young runners to participate in a kids' 1/2 mile race, ensuring a fun-filled day for the whole family. Every finisher will receive a medal, and awards will be presented to the overall male and female winners, along with age group champions from 10 & under to 85 & older. Don't miss this chance to celebrate and remember while getting active in a community-focused event. Lace up your running shoes and be part of something special at the Poppy Run!
Organiser's Description
A 5K RACE FOR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS IN MEMORY OF THOSE WHO FOUGHT FOR OUR FREEDOM.
Poppy Run 5k: Honoring Our Nation's Fallen Heroes. Founded by Grady Langenderfer as a tribute to his grandfather's friends who never made it home from Vietnam. This year's proceeds support Flag City Honor Flight, Fisher House Foundation. Please join us on May 23rd, 2026, for a 5k run/walk at the Fulton County Fairgrounds in Wauseon, Ohio. "The event will begin with a pre-race Memorial Day ceremony", followed by the 5k run/walk, and a kids' 1/2 mile race to follow. Finisher medals and age group awards will be given, but please note that awards will not be shipped and participants must be present for the awards ceremony.
Overall Male/Female and Overall Masters (40+) receive awards! Top 3 in each age group receive a banner!
Age Group Awards: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 & older.
Poppy Run 5k: Honoring Our Nation's Fallen Heroes. Founded by Grady Langenderfer as a tribute to his grandfather's friends who never made it home from Vietnam. This year's proceeds support Flag City Honor Flight, Fisher House Foundation. Please join us on May 23rd, 2026, for a 5k run/walk at the Fulton County Fairgrounds in Wauseon, Ohio. "The event will begin with a pre-race Memorial Day ceremony", followed by the 5k run/walk, and a kids' 1/2 mile race to follow. Finisher medals and age group awards will be given, but please note that awards will not be shipped and participants must be present for the awards ceremony.
Overall Male/Female and Overall Masters (40+) receive awards! Top 3 in each age group receive a banner!
Age Group Awards: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 & older.
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Fulton County Fair Grounds, 8514 State Rte.108, Wauseon, 43567, OH, United States
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