26th Annual River City Rat Race
When is 26th Annual River City Rat Race?
26th Annual River City Rat Race takes place on Sunday, October 18, 2026 in Fort Wayne, IN.
What distances does 26th Annual River City Rat Race offer?
26th Annual River City Rat Race offers 2 events: 5k Run/Walk, 10k Run/Walk.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Run/Walk | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| 10k Run/Walk | 10.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
How much does 26th Annual River City Rat Race cost?
Registration for 26th Annual River City Rat Race starts at $35.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is 26th Annual River City Rat Race held?
26th Annual River City Rat Race is held in Fort Wayne, IN at 300 E Main St.
About 26th Annual River City Rat Race
The 26th annual River City Rat Race is a 10K Race and 5K Race through the autumn parks and riverfront of downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana. The race is fun and family-friendly, and benefits the Great Fort Wayne Central YMCA.
***2026 RACE MAPS SCROLL DOWN - RETURNING TO THE OLD COURSE
***THE 10K IS ONCE AGAIN A FORT WAYNE RUN CLUB POINTS RACE
***LOOK FOR MORE UPDATES SOON ON THE COURSE - USATF SANCTIONING/CHAMPIONSHIP INFO
Race T-Shirt, Finisher Medal, Age Group Awards
Packet Pick-up:
Saturday Oct. 17th, from 4-6:00pm at the Central Branch YMCA, 1020 S. Barr Street, and race day at Freimann Square from 11:00-1:00pm at 201 E. Main St.
Pre-race day registration is available on Oct. 17th from 4-6:00pm at packet pick-up for $50 at the downtown YMCA: 1020 S. Barr St.
Race Day Registration: $60
Race start is 300 E. Main St. - Finish line is at the the Old Fort!
Award Categories:
Top 3 overall Masters male and female for each race
- Top Runner for each age group:
- 1-14 years old
- 15-19 years old
- 20-24 years old
- 25-29 years old
- 30-34 years old
- 35-39 years old
- 40-44 years old
- 45-49 years old
- 50-54 years old
- 55-59 years old
- 60-64 years old
- 65-69 years old
- 70-74 years old
- 75-79 years old
- 80-99 years old
10K RACE MAP
10K RACE MAP 2026
5K RACE MAP
5K RACE MAP 2026