Run for the Roses - Manhattan
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K-State Gardens Run For The Roses 5K/1K
The event at 1500 Denison Avenue in Manhattan, KS on April 24, 2027 supports the K-State Gardens. It offers in-person race and walk options plus a virtual 5K option for remote participation.
The in-person running course is a certified, fast and flat 5K that passes several K-State landmarks and includes a lap inside the WW1 stadium. A separate 1K walking course covers a short neighborhood loop.
Distances:
- 5K certified fast and flat course
- 1K short walking course
- Virtual 5K run anywhere option
All participants receive a race shirt, participant medal, snacks and water. There is a team competition organized into three categories. Age-group awards include a unique rose-shaped succulent in a glazed purple pot for the top three finishers in each age category. Discounted registration options are listed for youth/students and active military. Registration fees vary by category and by registration period. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
