Fort Wayne Running Club

Runners on Pace wouldn't be possible without our title sponsor, Fort Wayne Orthopedics, and the generous support of Fleet Feet Fort Wayne, MidWest America Federal Credit Union, Shine & Hardin, The Fresh Market, and Mike's Carwash.

As you prepare for race day, we encourage you to support the businesses that support local running. Please consider giving these sponsors your business and thanking them for their commitment to our community.

On behalf of the Fort Wayne Running Club and everyone participating in Runners on Pace, thank you to our sponsors for helping make this event a reality. We couldn't do it without you!

www.runnersonpace.com

🏃‍♂️🇺🇸 FWRC Points Series Race – Father’s Day 5K (10th Annual) 🇺🇸🏃‍♀️

👟 10th Annual Associated Churches Father's Day 5K
📅 Saturday, June 20
⏰ 8:30 AM

Celebrate the special fathers and father figures in your life by running or walking with them, for them, or in honor of them. Whether it's your father, grandfather, stepfather, mentor, or another father figure who has made a difference in your life, this is a great opportunity to honor their impact while enjoying a fun community event.
https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/FortWayne/FathersDay5KbyAssociatedChurchesonSaturdayJune17

8 reasons you probably shouldn’t sign up for Runners on Pace presented by Fort Wayne Orthopedics
Maybe this race just isn't for you...
1. I don't like summer mornings...so why would I spend one hanging out with a few hundred of my running friends?
2. A safe, mostly flat loop course? I’d much rather battle traffic and confusion!
3. Mile clocks, enthusiastic volunteers, and clear course markings? Sounds exhausting!
4. Running alongside Eagle Marsh Nature Preserve? I'd rather stare at potholes or parking lots!
5. A custom race shirt that people actually compliment? Way too much attention for me!
6. Cash awards, age-group awards, youth award medals...who needs all that recognition?
7. A post-race party with refreshments under the canopy? I’ll pass-I prefer leaving immediately after I finish.
8. Saving money with affordable registration, youth pricing, and FWRC member discounts? Paying more is way more rewarding.

So...if all of that sounds awful, you should probably skip Runners on Pace.
For everyone else...
We'll save you a spot at the starting line.
👉 Register today at https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/FortWayne/RunnersonParade5k
(Don't say we didn't warn you.) 😉

🇺🇸 Happy Flag Day from the Fort Wayne Running Club! 🇺🇸

Today we celebrate the symbol that represents our freedom, unity, and the opportunity to chase big goals—on the road, the trails, and in life.

At FWRC, we’re proud to run in a country where community matters, support is strong, and every mile is a chance to come together.

So whether you’re logging miles today or enjoying a well-earned rest day, take a moment to appreciate the red, white, and blue that flies for all of us.

❤️🤍💙 Happy Flag Day, runners!

❤️ Thank You, JP Jones Participants! ❤️

The Fort Wayne Running Club would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who participated in the JP Jones Just Plain 10K/3.3K and helped make a difference in our community.

Thanks to your generosity, we collected over 100 donated shirts that will be shared with individuals served by Wellspring Interfaith Social Services and Adult Life Day Academy.

Your support goes far beyond race day. By bringing a shirt to donate, you helped provide clothing and encouragement to members of our community who can truly benefit from it.

Thank you for making the JP Jones race about more than running. Together, we are helping create a stronger, more caring Fort Wayne.

☀️ Tread the Trails Canceled Tonight ☀️

Due to the Heat Advisory and out of concern for the safety of our participants, tonight's Tread the Trails has been canceled.

We know many of you were looking forward to getting out on the trails with us, but extreme heat can create dangerous conditions for walkers, runners, and volunteers alike.

Please stay safe, stay hydrated, and consider moving your workout indoors or to a cooler part of the day.

We'll be back for our next Tread the Trails event on June 25th at Shoaff Park and hope to see everyone then!

Thank you for understanding and helping us prioritize the health and safety of our community. 💚🌳

Tread the Trails is back tomorrow night at Jack R. Harris Park , located at N. Main St Grabill, In . Join us and Fort Wayne Trails for a 1 mile or 5k route. Things will get started at 6pm. We hope to see you there!

What's your goal for Runners on Pace?

🏅 Win an award
⚡ Set a PR
👟 Complete your first 5K
🚶 Enjoy a morning walk
🌿 Take in the scenery at Eagle Marsh
🤝 Spend time with friends and family

No matter your goal, Runners on Pace is designed for you. A great course, a welcoming atmosphere, and a summer morning spent with the Fort Wayne running community.

Tell us your goal in the comments!
Sign up today!
https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/FortWayne/RunnersonParade5k

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Congratulations to everyone who participated in the JP Jones Just Plain 10K & 3.3K Saturday! 🎉

What a day! From the weather delays to the eventual start, you all showed incredible patience, flexibility, and determination. Thank you for sticking with us as we monitored the storms and worked to provide the safest possible race experience. We appreciate every runner, walker, volunteer, sponsor, and spectator who helped make the event a success despite the challenging weather.

Whether you set a personal best, completed your first race, or simply enjoyed being part of the running community, we're proud of every one of you!

Ready for the next race in the FWRC Points Series?

👟 10th Annual Associated Churches Father's Day 5K
📅 Saturday, June 20
⏰ 8:30 AM

Celebrate the special fathers and father figures in your life by running or walking with them, for them, or in honor of them. Whether it's your father, grandfather, stepfather, mentor, or another father figure who has made a difference in your life, this is a great opportunity to honor their impact while enjoying a fun community event.
https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/FortWayne/FathersDay5KbyAssociatedChurchesonSaturdayJune17

☀️ Summer running season is here!

What’s your favorite way to beat the heat?

❄️ Ice-cold towel
💧 Hydration vest
🌅 Early morning runs
🌳 Shady trails
🥤 Post-run treat

Tell us your go-to strategy in the comments!