Monarch Migration Run
- Date
- October 4, 2026
- Location
- 4343 36th Ave NW, Norman, OK
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $25–$35
From the Organizer
Come celebrate movement, nature, and one of North America’s most extraordinary journeys at the Inaugural Monarch Migration 5K & 1 Mile Caterpillar Crawl at Ruby Grant Park in Norman on Sunday, October 4th at 9:00am.
Ruby Grant Park isn’t just a beautiful place to run — it’s an essential stopover habitat for monarch butterflies as they make their long migration back home to Mexico each fall. This race honors that incredible journey and the vital role our local park plays in protecting it.
Join us for the Monarch Migration Run, a special event that kicks off Norman’s annual Monarchs in the Park celebration. Whether you run, walk, or flutter along the course, you’ll be part of a community effort to support pollinator conservation and celebrate the natural beauty of Ruby Grant Park.
Expect a scenic trail, vibrant monarch‑themed touches, and a race experience that’s as meaningful as it is fun. Come be part of the migration!
Run participants will receive:
🦋A custom monarch themed race medal
🦋A custom monarch themed bib with timing tag (timing tag for 5K participants)
🦋Swag bag - contents to be announced, we know you'll love it!
More race details will land soon - this event is still in its chrysalis stage.
📢We’re excited to welcome the Monarch Migration Run as a new stop on the Norman Race Series calendar! Because it’s part of the Monarchs in the Park event, this race will stand alone and will not count toward the overall series awards presented at the Christmas 5K.
✨After the run, stay for the Monarchs in the Park celebration — an educational and family‑friendly festival dedicated to the monarch butterfly migration and pollinator conservation.
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
78°
Typical Low
56°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Norman 2nw Mesonet, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Norman, OK
Population
128,714
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,177 ft
Nearest Airport
OKC
OKC Will Rogers World Airport · 16 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Monarch Migration Run?
- Monarch Migration Run is a running race held in Norman, Oklahoma on October 4, 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 Monarch Migration Run?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026 in Norman, Oklahoma at 4343 36th Ave NW. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Monarch Migration Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Monarch Migration Run
Oct 4, 2026