Through the Smoke Road Race
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Mandan, North Dakota
- Price $8.42 - $45.52
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Through the Smoke Road Race on Saturday, June 6th, 2026, in Mandan, Morton! This vibrant event kicks off at 9:00 AM at the Mandan Firefighters Training Grounds and features a variety of race distances to suit all levels of runners. Participants can choose from a family-friendly 5K that welcomes dogs and strollers, a competitive 5K, and a challenging 10K, along with a special kids' half-mile race for ages 10 and under.
Join the community as you run through the picturesque Lakewood area, all while supporting the Mandan Firefighters. Proceeds from the race will help fund essential fitness equipment and advanced training opportunities for our local heroes, ensuring they are well-prepared to protect and serve. Families can enjoy a fantastic atmosphere with the Kids Fire Safety Fun Zone, where children can engage in hands-on activities while cheering on the racers. Don't miss this chance to be part of a meaningful event that promotes health, safety, and community spirit!
Join the community as you run through the picturesque Lakewood area, all while supporting the Mandan Firefighters. Proceeds from the race will help fund essential fitness equipment and advanced training opportunities for our local heroes, ensuring they are well-prepared to protect and serve. Families can enjoy a fantastic atmosphere with the Kids Fire Safety Fun Zone, where children can engage in hands-on activities while cheering on the racers. Don't miss this chance to be part of a meaningful event that promotes health, safety, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
The Mandan Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 4984 proudly present the return of the Through the Smoke Road Race.
The race will kick off at the Mandan Firefighters Training Grounds 629 24th Ave. SE Mandan, ND and wind through the Lakewood area of Mandan on June 6th at 09:00. Events include a family-friendly 5K (dogs, and strollers welcome), a competitive 5K and 10K, and a kids half-mile race for ages 10 and under.
All proceeds benefit the Mandan Firefighters by funding new fitness equipment and advanced training opportunities with leaders from across the United States. Access to proper fitness equipment and high-quality training supports both physical performance and mental resilience, helping firefighters manage stress, build confidence, and maintain long-term well-being. Supporting firefighter fitness and training helps ensure our crews are prepared to protect our community safely and effectively.
Family Activities & Spectator Fun
The starting area will feature a Kids Fire Safety Fun Zone, offering hands-on activities and education for children. Families and spectators are encouraged to cheer on all racers as they cross the finish line and enjoy the community atmosphere throughout the event.
Schedule
Friday:
3:00 - 7:00pm Packet Pickup at Signature Events - 401 West Main, Mandan ND
Saturday:
8:00 9:30 Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration9:00 Family Fun 5K Starts
9:30 10K Competitive Run Starts
9:45 5K Competitive Run Starts
10:30 Awards Ceremony for Competitive Runs
10:45 Kids 1/2 Mile Starts
Whats Included With Registration
Competitive Races (5K & 10K):
* Swag bag
* Event T-shirt (no guarantee of shirt/size for those that register on race day)
* Finisher medal
* Race bib
* Professionally timed.by Pickle Events. Results will be available at www.pickleevents.com
FAMILY FUN 5K:
* Swag bag - One per individual or 1 per group
* Multi Person Discount
AWARDS
Awards will be given to the 1st place finisher in each age group, for both male and female divisions in the 5K and10K competitive races.
COMPETITIVE AGE GROUPS:
19 & under | 2029 | 3039 | 4049 | 5059 | 60 & over
KIDS 1/2 -MILE AGE GROUP:
10 and under
ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS FOR THE COMPETITIVE 5K AND 10K WILL RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL AT THE FINISH LINE.
The race will kick off at the Mandan Firefighters Training Grounds 629 24th Ave. SE Mandan, ND and wind through the Lakewood area of Mandan on June 6th at 09:00. Events include a family-friendly 5K (dogs, and strollers welcome), a competitive 5K and 10K, and a kids half-mile race for ages 10 and under.
All proceeds benefit the Mandan Firefighters by funding new fitness equipment and advanced training opportunities with leaders from across the United States. Access to proper fitness equipment and high-quality training supports both physical performance and mental resilience, helping firefighters manage stress, build confidence, and maintain long-term well-being. Supporting firefighter fitness and training helps ensure our crews are prepared to protect our community safely and effectively.
Family Activities & Spectator Fun
The starting area will feature a Kids Fire Safety Fun Zone, offering hands-on activities and education for children. Families and spectators are encouraged to cheer on all racers as they cross the finish line and enjoy the community atmosphere throughout the event.
Schedule
Friday:
3:00 - 7:00pm Packet Pickup at Signature Events - 401 West Main, Mandan ND
Saturday:
8:00 9:30 Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration9:00 Family Fun 5K Starts
9:30 10K Competitive Run Starts
9:45 5K Competitive Run Starts
10:30 Awards Ceremony for Competitive Runs
10:45 Kids 1/2 Mile Starts
Whats Included With Registration
Competitive Races (5K & 10K):
* Swag bag
* Event T-shirt (no guarantee of shirt/size for those that register on race day)
* Finisher medal
* Race bib
* Professionally timed.by Pickle Events. Results will be available at www.pickleevents.com
FAMILY FUN 5K:
* Swag bag - One per individual or 1 per group
* Multi Person Discount
AWARDS
Awards will be given to the 1st place finisher in each age group, for both male and female divisions in the 5K and10K competitive races.
COMPETITIVE AGE GROUPS:
19 & under | 2029 | 3039 | 4049 | 5059 | 60 & over
KIDS 1/2 -MILE AGE GROUP:
10 and under
ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS FOR THE COMPETITIVE 5K AND 10K WILL RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL AT THE FINISH LINE.
Races
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Family Fun 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
Dogs and strollers welcome. -
Competitive 10K
Incl. $3.52 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (9:30AM CDT)
$45.52
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Competitive 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (9:45AM CDT)
$32.80
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Kids (10 and Under) 1/2 Mile
Incl. $1.42 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (10:45AM CDT)
$8.42
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Location
629 24th Ave. SE, Mandan, 58554, ND, United States
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