1st Day
MRC's own 10K, 5K, and 1 mile. January 1, 2027, 3 pm, Anneberg Park.
DetailsOn the calendar
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It leaves the store at 5:45 pm, 2 to 6 miles, every pace. Meet at Manhattan Running Company, 1129 Garden Way, Manhattan, KS 66502. The route is already picked. Afterward the group finds food and a place to talk. If a Tuesday moves — a winery, a pizza place, a safety run — it is in the list below.
Want the right shoe before you show up? The fitting is free and does not need an appointment.
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MRC's own 10K, 5K, and 1 mile. January 1, 2027, 3 pm, Anneberg Park.
DetailsThirty minutes, or one mile, for 28 days in February. Log each day for the drawing.
Log a dayThe store publishes a race-directing checklist. Timing questions go to Red Dirt.
The checklistThree programs the store points people to. Each card opens that program's own site.
Youth cross country team. Their site is the place for practices, meets, and membership.
Brocaw Blazers siteYouth track club in Northeast Kansas. Their site says the club was established in 1963.
Manhattan Track Club sitePrograms for 3rd–5th grade and a 6th–8th grade Heart & Sole program, on their own site.
Girls on the Run Flint Hills siteHave a question? Ask here
Hours, fittings, brands, the Tuesday run, and staff reviews. Answers come from the store's notes. If those notes don't cover it, you'll get the phone and email.
Manhattan Running Company

Thu, Nov 12
6:00 PM · Manhattan Running Company
Store Event
For two nights only, we're turning the shop into a catwalk! Our mannequins are styled in their best running looks for a mock fashion show on our in-store runway. Grab a drink, check out the looks, and enjoy 20% off apparel during the event (in store only). Bring a friend or your run crew!

Fri, Nov 13
6:00 PM · Manhattan Running Company
Store Event
For two nights only, we're turning the shop into a catwalk! Our mannequins are styled in their best running looks for a mock fashion show on our in-store runway. Grab a drink, check out the looks, and enjoy 20% off apparel during the event (in store only). Bring a friend or your run crew!

Sun, Nov 15
2:00 PM · Anneberg Park
Run
Join us at the Fall 5K Celebration! Surrounded by teammates, coaches, families, and friends, girls throughout the Flint Hills will cross the Finish Line with CONFIDENCE while experiencing the power of CONNECTION! The 5K is open to the entire community - everyone is invited to run, walk or volunteer. Schedule: 1-2 PM Star Power Hour; 2 PM the 5K begins. Registration: Oct 5-15 Early Bird (shirt guaranteed): $20 ages 15+, $10 ages 14 & under Oct 16-Nov 14 Standard (no shirt guarantee): $25 ages 15+, $15 ages 14 & under Race day Nov 15: $30 ages 15+, $20 ages 14 & under The signature 5K shirt is not included in the price; it can be added at registration while sizes last.

Sat, Nov 21
9:00 AM · Downtown Salina
Run
Kick off the holiday season and enjoy the crisp winter air at the Frosty Fun Runs! Whether you are a seasoned runner or looking for a fun family activity, there is a distance for everyone, including the Frosty 5K, Chilly 10K, Merry Mile, and the Kid's Santa Sprint. Participants will enjoy live DJ music, hot chocolate, and cookies, along with live results accessible right from your mobile device. Best of all, 100% of your entry fee directly supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Salina.

Thu, Nov 26
8:30 AM · Woodlawn School
Run
Start your Thanksgiving Day with our wonderful annual family- friendly 5K! This race is for fast feet, joggers, walkers, kids, couples, teams, and families. Post race we hold a free kids fun run to make sure everyone has a chance to start the day with some festive fitness. New this year: a sub-20 "elite" wave to give our fastest runners a clear road, a costume contest for those who want to show up & show out, AND - all registered participants will receive a pair of goodr sunglasses!! This race, which benefits local youth running programs, is a Thanksgiving Day tradition you won't want to miss - sign up today!!

Thu, Nov 26
9:00 AM · Manhattan, KS
Run

Sat, Dec 12
3:45 PM · Manhattan, KS
Event
Festive 2-mile holiday race, two laps of a flat 1-mile loop starting and finishing at Paragon Performance Sports. Packet pickup 2:00-3:30 PM race day. Every runner gets a t-shirt and finisher medal. Price: $30 through Dec 6, $35 Dec 7-12, plus fees. Course map: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6792382908/

Fri, Jan 1
3:00 PM · Anneberg Park
Run
Start the New Year on the right foot! The 7th Annual 1st Day 10K, 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk. You can't start your resolution if you don't start with Day 1. Start: 3:00 PM at Anneberg Park, Manhattan, KS, in the parking lot next to the softball fields. Pricing: 10K: $35 (11/1/26 to 12/25/26), $40 (12/26/26 to race day) 5K: $30 (11/1/26 to 12/25/26), $35 (12/26/26 to race day) 1 Mile: $15 (11/1/26 to 12/25/26), $20 (12/26/26 to race day) Packet Pickup: Dec 30: 10 AM to 6 PM Dec 31: 10 AM to 5 PM Jan 1: 1:30 to 3 PM

Sat, Mar 20
10:00 AM · Aggieville
Run
49th Annual Saint Patrick's Day races in Aggieville. 10:00 AM - 2 Mile Run 10:45 AM - 10K Run 1:00 PM - Parade

Sat, Apr 24
9:00 AM · K-State Gardens
Run
6th Annual Run for the Roses 5K & 1K
Timed race results are on Results.