Emma Creek Classic 5K/1M
- Date
- April 24, 2027
- Location
- 200 N Ridge Road, Hesston, KS
- Distance
- 5K · 1-Mile Fun Walk/Run
From the Organizer
Welcome to the Emma Creek 5K/1M run/walk.
The one mile will start at 9am. It is a fun run/walk, non-competitive for those who want to support Hesston Rec, but do not want to do a 5k. The 5k will start at 9:30am, with awards ceremony at 10:30am.
Awards will be given to the Top 10 overall and top 3 per age group. Age groups are 8 & younger; 9-11; 12-17; 18-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80-84; and 85 and older. The awards ceremony will not be more than 30 minutes.
Packet Pick up, if you want it ahead of time
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- Friday, April 23
- Hesston Aquatic Center
- 300 N Ridge Rd
- 9am to 3pm
Race Day Schedule
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- Packet pick up/"day of" signing up - 8am
- One mile - 9am
- 5k - 9:30am
- Will have brunch for runners
- Awards - 10:30am
- Parking will be at the stadium.
Rules
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- The Emma Creek 5k is a certified fast-and-flat course for WOMEN AND GIRLS of all ages
- Timing chips are used
- All Kansas middle school, junior high and high school track and field athletes are ineligible to enter or compete due to KSHSAA rules
- Strollers are welcome, but should line up toward the back of the starting line
- Please no cell phone use or pets in the race
- No scooters/skates/skateboards
- Medical Aid will be available
- Race results will be available at timerguys.com
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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
69°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newton, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hesston, KS
Elevation
1,467 ft
Nearest Airport
ICT
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport · 34 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Emma Creek Classic 5K/1M?
- Emma Creek Classic 5K/1M is a running race held in Hesston, Kansas on April 24, 2027. 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 Emma Creek Classic 5K/1M?
- Saturday, April 24, 2027 in Hesston, Kansas at 200 N Ridge Road, Hesston, KS. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Emma Creek Classic 5K/1M?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Emma Creek Classic 5K/1M
Apr 24, 2027