Sarah Strong 5K and 1 Mile Kids Fun Run

  • Date Sat 27th September 2025
  • Time 8:30AM EDT
  • Location Elkhart, Indiana
  • Price $11.60 - $32.80
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Sarah Strong 5K and 1 Mile Kids Fun Run, taking place on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in the vibrant downtown of Elkhart! This exciting event promises a day filled with community spirit, fitness, and fun as participants of all ages come together to support a noble cause. The 5K Run/Walk is perfect for both competitive runners and casual walkers, while the 1 Mile Kids Fun Run is an excellent opportunity for younger participants to get in on the action.

Starting and finishing at Bicentennial Park, the race offers a welcoming atmosphere where strollers are encouraged, making it truly family-friendly. As runners cross the finish line, medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age division, along with special recognition for the top three overall male and female finishers. All proceeds from this event benefit Passionately Purple: The Sarah Crane Foundation, which provides crucial support to local families affected by cancer. Mark your calendar, gather your friends and family, and join us for a memorable day of community engagement and support for a heartfelt mission!

Organiser's Description

The Sarah Strong Run 5K Run/Walk, and 1 Mile Kids' Fun Run is back again for another great time in 2025! This year's event will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025 in downtown Elkhart. All proceeds from the Sarah Strong Run benefit Passionately Purple: The Sarah Crane Foundation, which assists families in the local community whose loved ones are battling cancer.

Packet pickup will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Elkhart Community Schools Admin Building, as well as at the race location on Saturday, September 27, from 7:30 -8:30 AM. The race will start and finish at Bicentennial Park (100 N. Elkhart Ave) in Downtown Elkhart.

This is a family-friendly event! Strollers are permitted and welcomed on the course. All fitness levels are welcome to come run competitively or walk leisurely with a group of friends.

Medals are given to the top 3 finishers in each age divison as well as awards for the top three overall male and female finishers.

NO DOGS ALLOWED.

Race Day Parking: The lot at Bicentennial Park will be closed off for the race start and finish. There is ample parking available across the street at Hacienda or at Beacon Health & Fitness.

ABOUT PASSIONATELY PURPLE:

Sarah Crane was a sophomore at Elkhart Memorial High School (in Elkhart, Indiana) and was full of Charger Pride. A letter winner in Track and actively involved in Cross Country, Drill Team and Dance, Sarah always maintained a positive attitude in life, sports and her academics. On July 10th 2013, that positive attitude became critically important as she was diagnosed with Stage-4 Colon Cancer; an extremely rare form of cancer for someone her age with the colon, liver, lungs and bowels affected and requiring cancer treatments consisting of surgeries and ongoing chemotherapy. While most would have given up or huddled in fear, Sarah stood strong and vowed to win this battle. Sarah refused to back down or surrender. The slogan SARAHSTRONG is where this was born. It was her mantra and focus during this difficult process. Purple represents not only the fight against all cancers but is Sarahs favorite color.

Unfortunately for us, Sarah's battle ended on December 7, 2013.

With Sarah's passing and still an entire community still rallying, the Crane family knew they had to do something and that is when the foundation was born. The foundation hosts several fundraising events to help aid in annual scholarships at Elkhart High School, and provide supplies, counseling and other items for local families who are also battling cancer.

Races

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Annual Race Shirt

    Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $32.80

    CLOSED
    Participants can run/walk the 3.1 miles however they choose. Awards will be given to the top 3 runners in each age group as well as the top overall male and female that are submitted.
  • Kids 1 Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & Annual Race Shirt

    Sat 27th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $11.60

    CLOSED
    All participants will receive an award.

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Location

100 N. Elkhart Ave, Elkhart, 46516, IN, United States

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