Rising Eagles on the Run - 1 Mile Elementary Race
- Date Thu 1st October 2026
- Time 5:30PM EDT
- Location Columbia City, Indiana
- Price $11.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and friendly competition at the Rising Eagles on the Run - 1 Mile Elementary Race, taking place on Thursday, October 1, 2026, in Columbia City, Whitley! This vibrant event invites young runners from Kindergarten to 5th grade to experience the thrill of cross country racing in a supportive and energetic environment. The race kicks off at Columbia City High School, with the younger division (K-3) starting at 5:30 PM, followed by the 4th and 5th graders at approximately 5:45 PM.
Participants will compete on a scenic 1-mile course that promises great views for spectators, ensuring a fantastic atmosphere for all. Awards will be presented to top finishers based on grade and gender, celebrating the achievements of these young athletes. Registration is just $10 for runners without a shirt or $20 for those wanting a commemorative shirt. Join us for a memorable evening filled with community spirit and athleticism—mark your calendars for October 1st!
Participants will compete on a scenic 1-mile course that promises great views for spectators, ensuring a fantastic atmosphere for all. Awards will be presented to top finishers based on grade and gender, celebrating the achievements of these young athletes. Registration is just $10 for runners without a shirt or $20 for those wanting a commemorative shirt. Join us for a memorable evening filled with community spirit and athleticism—mark your calendars for October 1st!
Organiser's Description
WCCS is proud to host a one-mile elementary race to expose young runners to the wonderful sport of Cross Country in a fun and competitive way. All grades (K-5) can compete, but there are only 2 divisions: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade boys and girls will start at 5:30 pm. 4th and 5th grade boys and girls will start at approximately 5:45 pm.
There will be individual awards based on overall results by grade and gender.
NEW THIS YEAR: The race will be held at Columbia City High School and the 1-mile course will be on an open portion of the high school course (great course for spectating)! The address is 1600 IN-9 Columbia City, IN 46725. The check-in table will be located behind the school by the pond (park by the baseball fields).
We hope to see you October 1st for this fun event!
Price - $10/runner without shirt OR $20/runner with shirt (youth XS-L and Adult S-XL)
There will be individual awards based on overall results by grade and gender.
NEW THIS YEAR: The race will be held at Columbia City High School and the 1-mile course will be on an open portion of the high school course (great course for spectating)! The address is 1600 IN-9 Columbia City, IN 46725. The check-in table will be located behind the school by the pond (park by the baseball fields).
We hope to see you October 1st for this fun event!
Price - $10/runner without shirt OR $20/runner with shirt (youth XS-L and Adult S-XL)
Races
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Kindergarden, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Grade Mile
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 1st October 2026 (5:30PM EDT)
$11.60
CLOSED -
4th and 5th Grade Mile
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 1st October 2026 (5:45PM EDT)
$11.60
CLOSED
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