Griffith Education Foundation 5k
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Location
- 600 N Broad St, Griffith, IN
- Distance
- 5K Run
From the Organizer
Rock N Run 5K
This race benefits the Griffith Educational Foundation which is a non for proft organization that provides opportunities for donors to give back to their schools by funding teacher and classroom grants for creative and innovative classroom activities, projects and programs beyond what tax dollars can accommodate.
Race starting at 9.
Registration starting at 8 am the day of the race.
Bananas will be provided after the race.
Visit the Rock N Rail Car show after the race starting at noon
PRICING:
$30 adult
$20 kid
4 ADULT PERSON DISCOUNT AT $80
August 8th is the deadline for shirt guarantee
Awards will be given to the Top Overall male and female in the following age groups:
Age groups:
Under 18
19-35
36-49
50+
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
79°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Park Forest, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Griffith, IN
Population
16,228
as of 2023
Elevation
618 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 24 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Griffith Education Foundation 5k
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Location
- 600 N Broad St, Griffith, IN
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Griffith Education Foundation 5k?
- Griffith Education Foundation 5k is a running race held in Griffith, Indiana on September 5, 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 running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Griffith Education Foundation 5k?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Griffith, Indiana at 600 N Broad St, Griffith, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Griffith Education Foundation 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Griffith Education Foundation 5k
Sep 5, 2026