Wabash Run The River

🏃‍♂️ Wabash Run The River Overview

Back for its third year, Wabash Run The River is a chip-timed race that starts in the heart of Wabash County and runs along the Wabash River! From competitive athletes to leisure runners, this event appeals to everyone! Choose run options from a 13.1 half marathon, 10k, or 5k that will take you along the scenic WABASH RIVER TRAIL located along the Wabash River. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top male and female half-marathon, 10K, and 5K finishers.

🎉 Corporate Sponsorship

BIG THANK YOU TO CHITTICK INSURANCE, OUR CORPORATE SPONSOR!

📅 Schedule of Events

FRIDAY:

• 4 PM - 6 PM: Runner check-in & packet pick-up at Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground
• 5 PM - 8 PM: Wabash First Friday family-friendly street festival

SATURDAY:

• 6:30 AM - 8 AM: Runner check-in & day of registration at Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground
• 8:30 AM: Half marathon start
• 8:45 AM: MyTeam Triumph start
• 9 AM: 10K/5K start
• 11 AM: Awards
• 12 PM: Course closes

📊 More Details

• Youth Pricing: New this year is youth pricing! 🤹 17 and younger are $25 (registration does not include pint glass and they are ineligible for prize money)
• Stroller: Kiddos in strollers are free 👶🏻
• Chip Timer: Crossroads Event and Timing ⏱️
• Start/End Location: Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground 🚴‍♂️
• Terrain: Race will be on mostly paved trail with a small section of the half on crushed gravel.

🏆 Cash Prizes

Thanks to our Corporate Sponsor, Chittick Insurance, we offer cash prizes for the top 3 overall finishers for male and female athletes! 🏆 *Youth registration will not be eligible for prize money.*

🚗 Race Day Details

• PARKING: There are several parking lots around Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground. Look for “EVENT PARKING” signs. A parking map can be found HERE.
• BATHROOMS: There will be several portable restrooms available at Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground and at each water station along the course.
• WEATHER: The event takes place RAIN OR SHINE with no inclement weather backup date. The Director of Wabash County Emergency Management monitors the weather conditions closely.
• RESULTS: After crossing the finish line there will be Results QR codes near the finisher water station. The results are updated every couple of minutes.

🥇 Awards Ceremony

The awards ceremony will be at 11 AM near the start/finish line. Thanks to our Corporate Sponsor, Chittick Insurance, cash prizes will be awarded to the overall top female and male finishers for the Half, the 10K, and the 5K. High school and college athletes are ineligible to accept cash rewards in accordance with IHSAA regulations.

🗺️ Digital Course Maps

Half Marathon Garmin Map HERE
10K Garmin Map HERE
5K Garmin Map HERE

💧 Water Stations

There will be 4 water stations along the trail: located at 1 mile, 2 miles, 4 miles, 6 miles. Portable bathrooms are available at each water station. Water and Gatorade will be available at each water station. Bananas, Gatorade, and water will be available at the finish line.

👕 Event Gear

Event muscle tanks and pint glasses are provided at the event for adult registrations through the April 30th deadline. Youth registrations through April 30th will only receive an event muscle tank. Please note registrations are non-refundable or transferable.

🌟 Make It a Weekend

Join us for an unforgettable event! Arrive early, secure your hotel or Airbnb, and savor the excitement of the First Friday street festival, outdoor adventures, arts & entertainment, museums, and more! Stay and play in Wabash County! LEARN MORE!