Griffin Grit 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
Griffin Grit 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run is a running race on November 14, 2026 in Oklahoma City, OK, with entry fees from $20 to $35.
- Date
- November 14, 2026 (102 days to go)
- Location
- 300 SW 7th St, Oklahoma City, OK
- Price
- $20–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Griffin Grit 5K & Mile Fun Run
Benefitting The Academy of Classical Christian Studies
Date: November 14, 2026
Location: Scissortail Park
Time: 8:00AM (Fun Run first with 5K to follow)
Join us for the Griffin Grit 5K & Mile Fun Run, a community-wide event celebrating fitness, fun, and faith — all while supporting a great cause! Whether you're a seasoned runner, a weekend walker, or a family looking for a morning of fun, this race is for YOU.
The Griffin Grit isn’t just a race — it’s an opportunity to rally together and raise funds for The Academy of Classical Christian Studies, furthering our mission to cultivate wisdom, virtue, and a Christ-centered education for our students. Every step you take helps strengthen our school and support the hearts and minds of the next generation.
Event Highlights:
✅ Timed 5K
✅ 1-Mile Fun Run for families and all ages
✅ Prizes for top finishers and best school spirit
✅ Food, music, and post-race festivities
✅ Participants receive a race t-shirt and finisher medal**
**Register by October 29th to pick your size!
Come show your Griffin Grit—the strength, perseverance, and joy that define our school community. Invite your friends, neighbors, and church family to run, walk, cheer, and give.
Let’s go the distance—together!
Sponsorship opportunities available—contact Jennifer Stall (jstall@theacademyok.org)
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
61°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Oklahoma City Will Rogers Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Oklahoma City, OK
Population
688,693
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,235 ft
Nearest Airport
OKC
OKC Will Rogers World Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central 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?
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102
Days to train
- Race
- Griffin Grit 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- November 14, 2026
- Location
- 300 SW 7th St, Oklahoma City, OK
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Griffin Grit 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
Nov 14, 2026