Sarah Strong 5K and 1 Mile Kids Fun Run

The Sarah Strong Run 5K Run/Walk, and 1 Mile Kids' Fun Run is back again for 2026! This year's event will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026, 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 25, at a time and location to be determined, as well as at the race location on Saturday, September 26, 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. Due to liability, no dogs are allowed.

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 division as well as awards for the top three overall male and female finishers. 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.