Amelia Earhart Fun Run/Walk
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Distance
- 8k · 2k
From the Organizer
Come for the run and stay for the fun! This is a great, family friendly race held in conjunction with the Amelia Earhart Festival, which is BACK this year!. Choose from the challenging 8k run/walk that provides some hills to test your training, or the 2k which is mostly flat with one uphill and one downhill, perfect for aspiring runners/walkers! It is chip timed with finishers medals given to help enhance those bragging rights! The race begins and ends at the Atchison Family YMCA. After the run, head on over to the mall area for even more family fun! This is not a closed course race.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
88°
Typical Low
70°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Atchison, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Atchison, KS
Population
10,795
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Days to train
- Race
- Amelia Earhart Fun Run/Walk
- Date
- July 18, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Amelia Earhart Fun Run/Walk?
- Amelia Earhart Fun Run/Walk is a running race held in Atchison, Kansas on July 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Amelia Earhart Fun Run/Walk?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Atchison, Kansas at 321 Commercial Street, Atchison, KS. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Amelia Earhart Fun Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Amelia Earhart Fun Run/Walk
Jul 18, 2026