RACE FOR THE WARRIOR
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Price Free - $40.00
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the 12th Annual Race for the Warrior on Saturday, May 16, 2026! This exciting event kicks off at 10:00 AM at the Fort Wayne International Airport, where participants will enjoy a unique and stroller-friendly course along the airport's runways. The Race for the Warrior supports the Northeast Indiana Base Community Council and its Military Support Fund, making it a meaningful occasion for both runners and the community.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual runner, this event offers a fantastic opportunity to get active while honoring those who serve. Make sure to arrive early, as gates open at 8:30 AM for packet pickup and same-day registration. Don’t miss out on the training trot starting approximately at 11:30 AM! Remember, race t-shirts and swag are not guaranteed for registrations made after May 1, 2026, so secure your spot early. Join us for a day filled with energy, purpose, and community spirit, rain or shine!
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual runner, this event offers a fantastic opportunity to get active while honoring those who serve. Make sure to arrive early, as gates open at 8:30 AM for packet pickup and same-day registration. Don’t miss out on the training trot starting approximately at 11:30 AM! Remember, race t-shirts and swag are not guaranteed for registrations made after May 1, 2026, so secure your spot early. Join us for a day filled with energy, purpose, and community spirit, rain or shine!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, MAY 16, 2026 FOR THE 12TH ANNUAL RACE FOR THE WARRIOR AT 10:00 AM. R4TW SUPPORTS THE NORTHEAST INDIANA BASE COMMUNITY COUNCIL AND THEIR MILITARY SUPPORT FUND. THE RACE WILL TAKE FLIGHT ON THE STROLLER FRIENDLY RUNWAYS AT THE FORT WAYNE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AND WILL OCCUR RAIN OR SHINE (NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED).
RACE T-SHIRT/SWAG NOT GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRATIONS MADE AFTER 5/1/2026.
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GATES OPEN 5/16/26 AT 8:30 AM FOR PACKET PICKUP/CHECK-IN AND SAME DAY REGISTRATION.
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TRAINING TROT START TIME - APPROXIMATELY 11:30 AM
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BICYCLES ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THE COURSE
RACE T-SHIRT/SWAG NOT GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRATIONS MADE AFTER 5/1/2026.
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GATES OPEN 5/16/26 AT 8:30 AM FOR PACKET PICKUP/CHECK-IN AND SAME DAY REGISTRATION.
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TRAINING TROT START TIME - APPROXIMATELY 11:30 AM
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BICYCLES ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THE COURSE
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$40.00
Registration Fee Includes: Race Event Family Entertainment R4TW T-Shirt (For registration made before 5/1/26) Lunch with the Warriors Water 1 Beer +21yrs -
5K Ruck
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$40.00
A "Ruck" is a common activity in the military where a soldier marches with a backpack on, typically holding all the gear they will need to live out of in the field. This can be done as either a run or a walk. For R4TW's Ruck, we are encouraging giving back to the community by filling up a backpack with canned goods and rucking a 5K. All canned goods will be donated to the Community Harvest Food Bank. Sign up for this 5K Ruck and see if you can ruck like a real soldier! Registration Fee Includes: Race Event Family Entertainment R4TW T-Shirt (For registration made before 5/1/26) Lunch with the Warriors Water 1 Beer - +21yrs -
5K Adaptive Division
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$40.00
For individuals with permanent physical and/or visual impairments. Individuals with Physical Disabilities: Individuals with a permanent physical disability that precludes them from participating at a high level with their peers in non adaptive programs. Amputation/limb loss, spinal cord injury, spina bifida, leg length discrepancy, permanent joint disorders, cerebral palsy/brain injury/stroke and other orthopedic and locomotor disabilities are just a few of the examples. Individuals with Visual Impairments: Individuals who have vision that's not correctable through glasses, contacts, etc are encouraged to signed up under the "Adaptive Division". Registration Fee Includes: Race Event Family Entertainment R4TW T-Shirt (For registration made before 5/1/26) Lunch with the Warrior 1 Beer - +21yrs -
Kids Run - Training Trot
Sat 16th May 2026 (11:30AM EDT)
Free
After the race, your child ages 3-8 is invited to participate in the free Training Trot. If you would like your child to participate please sign up each participating child using this option. If you would like your child to have their own lunch, please purchase a extra lunch for them using the Lunch w/the Warriors option ($10.00). The start time listed is an approximation. -
Lunch W/the Warriors
Sat 16th May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$10.00
Lunch w/the Warriors includes: Lunch & Water Beer for purchase. All events and displays on the race site are open for you as you encourage runners and enjoy the DJ! -
5K Virtual
Incl. T-Shirt
$40.00
Virtual Option 5K/Walk/Run/Ruck Make sure you enter your time no later than 5/20/26 11:59pm
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12602 Global Drive, Fort Wayne International Airport, Fort Wayne, 46809, IN, United States
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