Travis Russell Run-a-Thon
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Travis Russell's 6th Annual Run-a-Thon
Travis Russell's 6th Annual Run-a-Thon takes place on April 18, 2026 in Elkhart, IN at Walkers Park (3419 East Bristol Street). The event raises funds for The Faith Mission of Elkhart, a local homeless shelter that provides short-term respite and support to veterans. Timing for the event is provided by Fleet Feet of Mishawaka. Sponsors include Fleet Feet of Mishawaka and The Law Offices of Wilson & Kinsman; a Fleet Feet in-store voucher will be distributed on the day of the event.
Event format and features
- 5K - free option, untimed
- One-mile - fitness walk offered
- 5K - individual timed event
- 5K - team timed event (teams of 2 to 6)
The central challenge is a series of ten consecutive 5K legs, run one per hour. Individual competitors and teams may attempt multiple legs; to qualify for overall individual or team results each 5K must be completed in under one hour. The final 5K time determines overall winners. Finishers who complete all ten 5Ks receive a medal. Awards are given to the top three overall male and female individuals and to the top three teams. Teams use a shared bib/transponder and may rotate runners by lap (0.52 miles) or assign entire 5K legs; the final leg must be run by a team member who already ran earlier. Shirts may be pre-ordered or purchased day of event while supplies last. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.