Appleseeds Cross Country
- Date
- August 10 – October 14, 2026
- Location
- 1750 Goshen Rd., Fort Wayne, IN
- Distance
- Appleseeds XC Elementary (Grades K - 5) · Appleseeds XC Middle School (Grades 6th - 8th) · Appleseeds XC High School (Grades 9 - 12)
From the Organizer
Appleseeds Cross Country is a competitive cross country racing team. Our team is open to kids going into Kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. We compete in several meets throughout the course of the season, which are outlined below. Appleseeds welcomes kids from all schools in the area as well as kids who are homeschooled.
We have 3 age groups: elementary school, middle school, and high school. Elementary athletes will race 1 mile, middle schoolers will race 3k, and high schoolers will race 5k.
The race schedules will differ between age groups. Please make sure you register for the appropriate level based on your child's age. The grades are denoted in parentheses next to the name of the level.
We will practice Monday and Wednesday evenings beginning August 10th through October 14th.
Feel free to reach out to Club Director, Lynn Marbach, with any questions at Lynn@3riversrunning.com.
Practice Schedule:
Monday and Wednesdays
Elementary - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Middle and High School - 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Race Schedules:
Elementary Races:
September 4th: Eel River Otter Classic
September 17th: Hickory Center Husky Hustle
September 25th: Fort4Fitness Kid's Race
September 29th: Cadet Mile
October 3rd: Archer Invite in Antwerp Ohio
October 17th: Home/Small School State Meet in Carmel
Middle School Races:
September 5th: Manchester Invitational
September 12th: Wildcat Classic at Indiana Wesleyan University
September 15th: Blackhawk Christian Middle School Invite
September 19th: South Adams Invite
September 26th: New Haven Invitational at Huntington University
October 3rd: Archer Invite in Antwerp Ohio
October 17th: Home/Small School State Meet in Carmel
High School Races:
September 5th: Manchester Invitational
September 12th: Wildcat Classic at Indiana Wesleyan University
September 19th: South Adams Small School Invite
September 26th: New Haven Invitational at Huntington University
October 3rd: Archer Invite in Antwerp Ohio
October 17th: Home/Small School State Meet in Carmel
Benefits:
- Guidance from our experienced coaches
- Two practices a week
- Asics team singlet and shorts
- Appleseeds t-shirt
- Special discount on running shoes
- Entries for all races
Appleseeds Cross Country practices take place at Franke Park near the McMillen Family Pavilion located at 1750 Goshen Rd., Fort Wayne, IN 46808.
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
83°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Wayne Intl Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fort Wayne, IN
Population
266,235
as of 2023
Elevation
767 ft
Nearest Airport
FWA
Fort Wayne International Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 114 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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- Race
- Appleseeds Cross Country
- Date
- August 10 – October 14, 2026
- Location
- 1750 Goshen Rd., Fort Wayne, IN
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Appleseeds Cross Country?
- Appleseeds Cross Country is a running race held in Fort Wayne, Indiana on August 10, 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 Appleseeds Cross Country?
- Monday, August 10, 2026 in Fort Wayne, Indiana at 1750 Goshen Rd., Fort Wayne, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Appleseeds Cross Country?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Appleseeds Cross Country
Aug 10, 2026