
From the Organizer
Hornet Run – Vinita, OK
Proceeds benefiting Vinita High School Student Council
Saturday – October 10, 2026
In Person - 5K Starts at 8:30 A.M. In Person - 1K Fun Run at 8:00 A.M.
Race day registration and packet pick-up: – 7:00 A.M.
Please Note: Packet pick up will end approximately at 7:50 A.M.
NOTE: RACE BEGINS AND ENDS AT NORTH PARK
Virtual 5K Option (Shirt pick up to be scheduled at later date)
Timing by: Tatur Racing
Medals to top 3 male/female standard age groups in 5K
Shirts will be handed out after race completion while supplies last
Contact information: jasmin-daggs@cherokee.org
USATF Sanctioned Event and Certified Course
Events
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
75°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Spavinaw, 17 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
JLN
Joplin Regional Airport · 50 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 51 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Hornet Run 5K & Fun Run
Oct 10, 2026