Sat, May 8, 2027
2027 YWCA Race for a Reason
Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Running events
- Walker friendly
- Dog friendly not tagged
- Stroller friendly not tagged
- Terrain
- Not graded yet
- Time zone
- America/Indiana/Indianapolis
- Start area
- 6401 St. Joe Road
- ZIP
- 46825
Events
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
$25
1 mile · Road
Sat, May 8, 2027 at 9:00 AM
No time limit listed
Registration closes Sat, May 8, 2027
5K Run/Walk
$30
5K · Road
Sat, May 8, 2027 at 9:00 AM
No time limit listed
Registration closes Sat, May 8, 2027
About this race
YWCA Northeast Indiana's annual Race for a Reason provides an opportunity for the community to come together in support of the critical services provided by YWCA Northeast Indiana. The 2027 Race for a Reason theme is "Lacing Up for a Stronger Tomorrow".
The 2027 Race for a Reason will take place on Saturday, May 8th at Shoaff Park. Both the 5K and 1-mile fun run/walk will start at the Riverlodge Pavilion. Both races will begin at 9:00 AM. The event is professionally timed and includes awards by age and gender.
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