
BCS Wellness Be My Valentine 5K and 1.5 Mile Walk is a running race on February 13, 2027 in Manhattan, KS, with entry fees from $25 to $30.
From the Organizer
Love is in the air! Come run or walk and celebrate Valentine's Day with that special someone. The 5K run will offer both individual and team prizes. Two-person teams will compete for prizes in Male-Female, Female-Female, and Male-Male categories. Everyone who finishes will feel the love with a custom-made Running Cupid medal.
Team categories are based on combined ages of the two team members. We will award 1st place prizes in for two-person teams with combined ages of 40-under, 41-80, and 81-over.
Proceeds from this event will benefit the Manhattan High School cross country program and other running opportunities for area youth in the Flint Hills region. If you've been recruited to this event by a youth sponsor, please make sure you indicate your "Fundraising Partner" (athlete's name) during signup.
Questions? Contact Pat Melgares at melgares@LetsGoRun.com.
In 2027, this event will be capped at 350 participants. Register early to secure your spot in this fun, family event!
Weather
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
43°
Typical Low
19°
Chance of Rain
13%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Tuttle Creek Lake, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
1,273 ft
Nearest Airport
MHK
Manhattan Regional Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 102 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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BCS Wellness Be My Valentine 5K and 1.5 Mile Walk
Feb 13, 2027