2027 YWCA Race for a Reason - 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
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External Event
Distance
1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
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.
Typical conditions
For events around May 2027 in Fort Wayne, IN, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Fort Wayne, IN, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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Also in this race
- May 8, 2027 · 2:00 PM (this one)
- May 8, 2027 · 2:00 PM
