Run for the Roses - Manhattan
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K-State Gardens Run For The Roses 5K/1K
K-State Gardens Run For The Roses is held in Manhattan, Kansas at 1500 Denison Avenue on April 24, 2027. The event supports the K-State Gardens and offers on-site and remote participation options. The on-site options include a certified 5K course described as fast and flat, and a 1K walking course. A virtual 5K is available for those who cannot attend in person.
Distances
- 5K Certified, fast and flat course passing K-State landmarks with a lap in the WW1 stadium.
- 1K Walk around the block led by celebrity participants.
- Virtual 5K Run anywhere option to support the Gardens.
All participants receive a free race shirt, a participant medal, snacks and water. There is a team competition with three categories. Top three finishers in each age category receive a rose shaped succulent in a glazed purple pot. Discounted registration categories are offered for youth and students and for active military. The event lists on-site amenities and age-group awards and combines an in-person race atmosphere with a virtual alternative for broader participation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
