From the Organizer
5K Cross Country Race set on Northrop High School's Cross Country Course. Proceeds benefit Northrop Cross Country and the Peterson Memorial Fund. Set on the very well maintained Northrop Cross Country course - Grass, 2 Loops, partial wooded groomed trail. Here is a link to the Course Map --> https://fwcs-my.sharepoint.com/:i:/g/personal/andrew_schmitz_fwcs_k12_in_us/IQDSGqWYcDHMSKkKKkZ4mgNzAUTZixdDcWI40I4O2jDYlSU?e=gjn6i3
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
84°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Wayne Intl Ap, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fort Wayne, IN
Population
266,235
as of 2023
City 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Barrie Peterson Memorial 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
23
Days to train
- Race
- Barrie Peterson Memorial 5K
- Date
- July 18, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Barrie Peterson Memorial 5K?
- Barrie Peterson Memorial 5K is a trail running and running race held in Fort Wayne, Indiana 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 trail running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Barrie Peterson Memorial 5K?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Fort Wayne, Indiana at 7001 N. Coldwater Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Barrie Peterson Memorial 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Barrie Peterson Memorial 5K
Jul 18, 2026