River Rat Run
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Distance
- River Rat Run 5k
From the Organizer
The 5K race starts on A Street behind City Hall, heads North on 3rd Street to the track at Missisinewa High School. After a few laps on the track runners will then go along the perimeter of the school property and through one of the trails in the woods. Runners will exit the woods onto Garthwaite Road taking a left of H Street, taking a right back on to 3rd Street, and then finish back at the City Hall Pavilion.
Sign-in and registration begin at 7:00 am at Hutchins Commons (Pavillion just West of City Hall) with the race starting at 8:00 am. Awards will follow shortly after the last person finishes the race. Awards will be given to the overall top male and female runners, and the top three male or female runners in each age group. Age Groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Proceeds from this race go to support, Main Street Gas City, which strives toward strengthening vitality in our downtown district, celebrating Gas City's historic character while bringing our community together to enjoy all aspects that Gas City's downtown has to offer.
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
84°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marion 2 N, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Gas City, IN
Population
6,097
as of 2023
Elevation
854 ft
Nearest Airport
FWA
Fort Wayne International Airport · 40 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 65 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the River Rat Run?
- River Rat Run is a running race held in Gas City, Indiana on July 11, 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 River Rat Run?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Gas City, Indiana at 211 East Main Street, Gas City, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the River Rat Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
River Rat Run
Jul 11, 2026