Described by Runner’s World writer Hal Higdon as “One of the most scenic 10K’s I’ve ever run”, the River City Rat Race is a 10K Race and 5K Race through the autumn parks and riverfront of downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana. The race is fun and family-friendly, and benefits the local YMCA.
Shirts for 2025 will be long sleeved. Color TBD. Shirts will be first come, first served. Sizes are not guaranteed.
YOU NEED TO REGISTER FOR THE RACE YOU WANT TO RUN. The map is different this year so please only register for the race you want to finish.
Packet Pick-up:
Saturday Oct. 18th, from 4-6:00pm at the Central Branch YMCA, 1020 S. Barr Street, and race day at Freimann Square from 11:00-1:00pm at 201 E. Main St.
Pre-race day registration is available on Oct. 18th from 4-6:00pm at packet pick-up for $50 at the downtown YMCA: 1020 S. Barr St.
Race Day Registration: $60
Race start is 200 E. Main St. - Finish line is at the the Old Fort!
Award Categories:
Top 3 overall male and female for each race
Top 3 overall Masters male and female for each race
Top Runner for each age group:
1-14 years old
15-19 years old
20-24 years old
25-29 years old
30-34 years old
35-39 years old
40-44 years old
45-49 years old
50-54 years old
55-59 years old
60-64 years old
65-69 years old
70-74 years old
75-79 years old
80-99 years old
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