11th annual
Race information
Thursday, November 26, 2026, on the streets of Manhattan. We start at 9:00 AM at 12th & Moro in Aggieville.
When
Thanksgiving Day. Thursday, November 26, 2026. 9:00 AM start.
Where
Start and finish at 12th & Moro, Aggieville, Manhattan, KS 66502.
The course
A 5K out-and-back around City Park and down Poyntz. See the map.
Entry fees
Prices below are before taxes and processing fees. Kids 12 and under get $10 off at checkout. On October 29, 2026, Race Roster showed $33.71 and $39.08 with those fees included.
| Dates | Adult 5K and virtual | 12 & under |
|---|---|---|
| December 9–Nov 8 | $30 | $20 |
| Nov 9–race day | $35 | $25 |
The price goes up on November 9. Register by Sunday, November 8, to lock in the lower price. We also accept race-day registration Thanksgiving morning.
Register on Race RosterVirtual 5K
Can't make it to MHK on race day but want the shirt and medal? Go trot on your own! Register like everyone else and we'll mail you everything the week after the race.
Register on Race RosterPacket pickup
Tuesday, November 24
10:00 AM–7:00 PM · Manhattan Running Company, 1129 Garden Way
Wednesday, November 25
10:00 AM–5:00 PM · Manhattan Running Company, 1129 Garden Way
Thursday, November 26 (race day)
7:30 AM–8:45 AM · Kite’s Bar & Grill, 615 N. 12th Street
Race-day packet pickup ends at 8:45 AM. Please don’t count on a bib after that. We start at 9:00.
What you take home
- A plaque for the overall male and the overall female.
- A finisher medal for everyone who finishes.
- A shirt while supplies last. We don’t publish the size run.
** $500 Bonus will be paid to any Male or Female Kansas resident that breaks the Kansas 5K state road record.
Mail an entry
If you’d rather not register online, download the brochure, fill out the form, and mail it with a check payable to Manhattan Running Company.
Manhattan Running Company
1129 Garden Way
Manhattan, KS 66502
The form asks for your name, address, gender, age, email, phone, shirt size, and whether you’re doing the 5K or the Virtual 5K. A parent or guardian signs if the runner is under 18.
The waiver says you agree to hold Manhattan Running Company harmless as to any claim for damages for any accident or injury of any kind resulting from your participation, and you give medical personnel permission to treat your injuries if you can’t decide for yourself.
Download the 2026 brochure