Wabash Run The River

Back for its fifth year, Wabash Run The River is a chip-timed race that starts in the heart of Wabash County and runs along the Wabash River! From competitive athletes to leisure runners, this event appeals to everyone! Choose run or walk options from a 13.1 half marathon, 10k, or 5k that will take you along the scenic WABASH RIVER TRAIL located along the Wabash River. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top male and female half-marathon, 10K, and 5K finishers.

🧡 BIG THANK YOU TO CHITTICK INSURANCE, OUR CORPORATE SPONSOR! 🧡

FRIDAY:
Evening - Runner check-in/packet pick-up at Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground
5 PM - 8 PM - Wabash First Friday family-friendly street festival

SATURDAY:
Morning- Runner check-in/packet pick-up & day of registration at Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground
8:30 AM - Half marathon start
8:45 AM - MyTeam Triumph start
9 AM - 10K/5K start
11 AM - Awards
12 PM - Course closes

MORE DETAILS:
New this year — every participant will receive a Finisher Medal!
Youth Pricing – 17 and younger are $25 🤩 (they are ineligible for prize money)
Stroller – Kiddos in strollers are free 👶🏻

CASH PRIZES
🧡 Thanks to our Corporate Sponsor, Chittick Insurance, we offer cash prizes for the top 3 overall finishers for male and female athletes! 🧡 *Youth, 17 and under, are not eligible for cash prizes*

EVEN MORE RACE DAY DETAILS:

CHIP TIMER: Crossroads Event and Timing ⏱️

START/FINISH LINE: Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground 🛹

TERRAIN: Race will be on mostly paved trail with a small section of the half on crushed gravel.

PARKING: There are several parking lots around Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground. We will have “EVENT PARKING” signs in the lots that are available to our participants. A few parking lots include the Honeywell Center, Pathfinder Services, YMCA’s big lot, and Clear Water Solutions. Again - look for the “EVENT PARKING” signs.  See the parking map <HERE>.

BATHROOMS: There will be several portable restrooms available at Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground and at each water station along the course.

WEATHER: The event takes place RAIN OR SHINE with no inclement weather backup date. Some of the best and most memorable runs take place on days that aren't 70, sunny, and with no wind. No matter what the weather forecast says, run safely and make the most of it because we are sure glad you are here!

The Director of Wabash County Emergency Management monitors the weather conditions closely. Should the event need to be canceled due to unsafe weather conditions, a notification will appear on the website and be pushed via the Wabash County Adventure Series Facebook page. Please note that no refunds are issued due to the advance purchase of hospitality services and support resources. 

RESULTS: After crossing the finish line there will be a few Results QR codes near the finisher water station.  The results are updated every couple of minutes. You can scan the QR code and or check the results on RUNSIGNUP.

AWARDS: The awards ceremony will be at 11 AM near the start/finish line. Thanks to our Corporate Sponsor, Chittick Insurance, we offer cash prizes for the top 3 overall finishers for male and female athletes!  Cash prizes will be awarded to the overall top female and male finishers for the Half, the 10K, and the 5K.  

**High school and college athletes are ineligible to accept cash rewards in accordance with IHSAA regulations. Should a high school or college athlete place first, second or third, in any of the WRTR races those funds will be donated to a local charity in their honor. It is up to the athlete to comply with all IHSAA regulations and not the responsibility of WRTR or its staff and volunteers to enforce said guidelines.**

2025 DIGITAL COURSE MAPS: 
Half Marathon Garmin Map HERE
10K Garmin Map HERE
5K Garmin Map HERE
*Will be updated closer to June 6th*

TERRAIN: The race will be either on the road or a paved path. There will be turnaround flags on the course for each race with verification mats to know when you have reached the halfway point for each race length.

WATER STATIONS: There will be 4 water stations along the trail: located at 1 mile, 2 miles, 4 miles, 6 miles.  As you return, runners will hit the same water stops. Portable bathrooms are available at each water station. Water and Gatorade will be available at each water station.

Bananas, Gatorade, and water will be available at the finish line.  

WRTR GEAR: Event muscle tanks are provided at the event for registrations though the April 30th deadline and can be picked up during check-in. All muscle tanks are adult sizes. Participants can check back by check-in/registration at 11:15 AM to see if there are any extra pint glasses or tanks available at a first-come, first-served basis. Thank you in advance for your kind understanding.  

Please note registrations are non-refundable or transferable. 

MAKE IT A WEEKEND: Join us for an unforgettable event! Arrive early, secure your hotel or Airbnb, and savor the excitement of the First Friday street festival, outdoor adventures, arts & entertainment, museums, and more!  Stay and play in Wabash County! LEARN MORE!