The Dave Schardt Memorial Kids' Fun Run
The Kids' Fun Run starts alongside the Great Race. It is free for all kids who want to participate — no race number needed. Every finisher receives a ribbon, and parents are welcome to run with their children.
One mile. Free. Finisher's ribbons for everyone.
A one-mile loop that steps off shortly before 9:30 AM, right alongside the Great Race. Same race-morning energy, format built just for younger runners.
Sign-up
No pre-registration required — just show up race morning.
No pre-registration required. Report to the sign about 50 yards south of the main starting banner on East Lake Road shortly before 9:30 AM. Great Race volunteers will form up the kids and guide them to the start behind the main race.
Age groups
A short format designed to feel welcoming for kids and parents alike.
All ages welcome. There are no formal age-group awards — every finisher receives a ribbon.
Safety
The start setup keeps younger runners clear of the main pack while still part of the excitement.
Participating kids start from a point well behind the main group so they can feel the excitement without being overtaken by bigger, faster runners.