Rising Eagles on the Run - 1 Mile Elementary Race is a running race on October 1, 2026 in Columbia City, IN, with an entry fee of $10.
From the Organizer
WCCS is proud to host a one-mile elementary race to expose young runners to the wonderful sport of Cross Country in a fun and competitive way. All grades (K-5) can compete, but there are only 2 divisions: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade boys and girls will start at 5:30 pm. 4th and 5th grade boys and girls will start at approximately 5:45 pm.
There will be individual awards based on overall results by grade and gender.
NEW THIS YEAR: The race will be held at Columbia City High School and the 1-mile course will be on an open portion of the high school course (great course for spectating)! The address is 1600 IN-9 Columbia City, IN 46725. The check-in table will be located behind the school by the pond (park by the baseball fields).
We hope to see you October 1st for this fun event!
Price - $10/runner without shirt OR $20/runner with shirt (youth XS-L and Adult S-XL)
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
70°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbia City, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
9,975
as of 2023
City Elevation
830 ft
Nearest Airport
FWA
Fort Wayne International Airport · 19 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 109 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Rising Eagles on the Run - 1 Mile Elementary Race
Oct 1, 2026