VC Hornet Hustle
- Date
- August 29, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Road Race · Student 5K Road Race · 2 Mile Road Race & more
From the Organizer
Run the Valley Center Hornet Hustle!
Are you ready? WE ARE!!!
The Valley Center Elementary Schools are back for the annual Hornet Hustle on August 29th, 2026!
This community tradition has become a favorite for our families, friends and running enthusiasts alike! This family friendly event is hosted completely by volunteers, all from Abilene, West, Wheatland and Valley Park Elementary and VCIS PTOs with 100% of the proceeds to go back to all 5 schools, equally.
The races will begin at 8 a.m. on August 29th at VCIS. Join us as we kick off with 5K Road Race, followed by a 2-mile Road Race, a 1-mile Family Fun/Walk Run and a ¼ mile or the 50-yard dash for our smaller runners. We have student registration for those 19 and under!
Register by August 7, 2026 to ensure you get a Hornet Hustle T-Shirt!
5K Road Race Run
The 5K will start and end at the Valley Center Intermediate School, loop through the City of Valley Center and is a timed event. Participants must be over the age of 12 or accompanied by an adult (18+) during the course. This is a running event only. Register before August 7, 2026 to be guaranteed a shirt!
2-Mile Road Race Run
The 2-mile will start and end at the Valley Center Intermediate School, loop through the City of Valley Center and is a timed event. Participants must be over the age of 12 or accompanied by an adult (18+) during the course. This is a running event only. Register before August 7, 2026 to be guaranteed a shirt!
1-Mile Run/Walk Race
This 1-mile course will be located on the VCIS school grounds. A mixed course of flat, grassy, concrete and track, this race is open to runners and walkers of all ages! Families and strollers are welcome! Register before August 7, 2026 to be guaranteed a shirt! No dogs on this course please!
1/4 mile Fun Run for Kindergarten and 1st Grade
We didn't forget about our younger runners! This event will be for kindergarten and first graders as of enrollment in Fall of 2025. The course will be held around VCIS track. Register before August 7, 2026 to be guaranteed a shirt!
Pre-K 50 yard Dash
We even have a course for our littlest ones! This event will be for Pre-K as of enrollment in Fall of 2025. This course will be held at the VCIS Football Field. Register before August 7, 2026 to be guaranteed a shirt!
No Hustle Hornet
Can't make it on the 6th? Maybe you'd prefer the t-shirt and just hang with the Food Trucks? We don't blame you and we got you covered too with our No Hustle Hornet, Just Here for the T-Shirt option. Register before August 7, 2026 to be guaranteed a shirt!
Food Trucks
YES, Food Trucks AGAIN!!! Come for coffee and brunch!
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
88°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wichita Jabara Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Valley Center, KS
Elevation
1,403 ft
Nearest Airport
ICT
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport · 17 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 138 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Race
- VC Hornet Hustle
- Date
- August 29, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the VC Hornet Hustle?
- VC Hornet Hustle is a running race held in Valley Center, Kansas on August 29, 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 VC Hornet Hustle?
- Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Valley Center, Kansas at Valley Center Intermediate School, Valley Center, KS. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the VC Hornet Hustle?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
VC Hornet Hustle
Aug 29, 2026