RUN FOR A REASON Miles that Matter
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run
From the Organizer
Run for a Reason- Miles That Matter
- Join us on August 8th at Evolve Fitness for a meaningful 5K that brings our community together for something bigger than ourselves. Run for a Reason – Miles That Matter is more than just a race—it’s an opportunity to make an impact and support local children in need. Whether you’re running, jogging, or walking, every mile taken helps raise awareness and funds for a local child advocacy center. This event is family-friendly and open to all fitness levels.
REGISTRATION:
- Early Registration until July 15 (guaranteed T-Shirt) $40
- Late Registration will be $50 after July 15th and will not guarantee you a t-shirt.
RUNNER BAG PICK UP
- Friday Aug 7th 5am-9pm
LOCATION
- Evolve Fitness – 1135 College Dr, Suite E
- Contact: 620-430-1064
- 8am-12pm
ON-SITE REGISTRATION 6:30AM-7:30AM
RACE WILL BEGIN AT 8:00AM
STAY & SUPPORT LOCAL
- After the race, stick around and enjoy the atmosphere! We'll have local vendors on-site, so you can shop, support small businesses, and connect with the community.
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
92°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Garden City Exp Stn, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Garden City, KS
Population
27,781
as of 2023
Elevation
2,833 ft
Nearest Airport
GCK
Garden City Regional Airport · 8 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at RUN FOR A REASON Miles that Matter, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
61
Days to train
- Race
- RUN FOR A REASON Miles that Matter
- Date
- August 8, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the RUN FOR A REASON Miles that Matter?
- RUN FOR A REASON Miles that Matter is a running race held in Garden City, Kansas on August 8, 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 RUN FOR A REASON Miles that Matter?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Garden City, Kansas at 1135 College Dr Suite E, Garden City, KS. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the RUN FOR A REASON Miles that Matter?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
RUN FOR A REASON Miles that Matter
Aug 8, 2026