Race for Wishes

MAR

28

2026

Join Race for Wishes in Elkhart for a 5K and 1 mile fun run plus a Power Rowing Challenge supporting Make A Wish. Enjoy awards across age groups, food trucks, and a lively community vibe for runners and families.

Sat 28 Mar 2026

Elkhart, Indiana

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event

Race for Wishes is scheduled for March 28, 2026 in Elkhart, Indiana. The event is based at Concord Junior High School, location 59397 Co Rd 11, Elkhart, IN 46517. The program includes a running component and a strength challenge. The running events include:

5K Run
1 mile Fun Run/Walk

The strength component is listed as a Power Rowing Challenge and is available before, during and after the running events.

Awards and onsite activities

Awards for top runners are given in multiple age divisions, including 11 and under, 12-14, 15-19, and continuing by five-year adult age groups up to 60 and over. Awards for the strength competition are offered in youth and teen divisions and in an adult division that recognizes the overall winner and top two male and female participants. Registration packets are available for pickup at the junior high on the day of the event. Sponsors named for the event include Chief Ice Cream and Goshen Strength. Food trucks will be present so participants and guests can purchase food and drinks on site. The event is organized in partnership with Make-A-Wish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Run

1 Mile Fun Run/walk