Chase the Shadow Free Fun Run
Chase the Shadow Free Fun Run is a running race on May 2, 2027 in Fort Wayne, IN.
- Date
- May 2, 2027 (237 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Chase the Shadow is a free, untimed fun run/walk/roll that is open to participants of all fitness levels.
How does is work?
The rules are pretty simple. Just finish the 5k route before The Shadow.
Participants will follow a bicycle lead on a route that follows the Fort Wayne Trails network.
The route will be clearly and marked, but we won’t have police presence so be sure to follow traffic laws at road crossings!
Fun trophies go to the first place male and female finishers and first place place boy and girl (under 13) finishers.
The Shadow launches at 12:00pm.
We launch at 12:05PM
Awards begin at 1PM.
So put on you best ninja suit, cool tuxedo T-shirt, or simply a black T-shirt.
Chase the Shadow is the only time that we encourage walkers and runners to dress in black.
Chase the Shadow is an untimed fun run.
We will have a race clock on site if you want to see your time.
Be sure to record you activity with your smart phone or your fitness wearable and then share your adventure on social media.
All ages and athletic abilities are welcome!
WE WILL BE COLLECTING NON-PERISHABLE KITCHEN ITEMS TO HELP SUPPORT LOCAL FAMILIES IN NEED. PLEASE BRING WHAT YOU CAN. EVERYTHING HELPS!
Types of Non-Perishable Food Items Needed
We kindly ask participants to donate the following non-perishable food items:
Canned goods (vegetables, fruits, soups)
Pasta and rice
Cereal and oatmeal
Peanut butter and jelly
Canned proteins (tuna, chicken, beans)
Shelf-stable milk and juice
Donation Drop-Off Details
Participants can drop off their food donations at check in on race day.
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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
68°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
45%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Wayne Intl Ap, 9 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
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237
Days to train
- Race
- Chase the Shadow Free Fun Run
- Date
- May 2, 2027
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Chase the Shadow Free Fun Run
May 2, 2027