About
Event Overview
The 5K Race will be held on Friday, June 27, 2025, at 6:30 PM -- coinciding with the East Prairie Main Street Party and Sweet Corn Festival. The run will be held rain or shine -- no refunds. Runners of all ages are welcome -- but please ensure you are properly trained and physically able to participate at the level of physical and/or aerobic activity required for this race.
Course Description & Map
The Huskers 5K is a flat route along well-marked city streets, sidewalks, and rural highways. Printed route maps will be available at the registration table on the day of the run.
Schedule
Packet Pickup: 5:30 PM - 6:25 PM
5K Start: 6:30 PM
Awards: 7:30 PM
Registration & Pricing
Registration includes a guaranteed finisher's medal and t-shirt for the first 50 registrants. Online registration will be available before June 9.
- Early Bird (through April 30): $20 all ages
- May 1 - June 9: $25 all ages
- Onsite: $30 all ages (t-shirts included as long as they last)
Packet Pickup Details
Packet Pickup will be held at the East Prairie Chamber of Commerce/Body Fx gym at 106 S. Washington.
What to Bring
Please bring cash or a check as a backup for on-site registration.
Race Day Info
Runners must obey all traffic rules. No pets, rollerblades, bikes, or headsets, please.
Awards & Categories
Awards will be given to the top Male and Female finishers overall, and awards for the top finishers in each bracket:
- 10 & under
- 11-14
- 15-19
- 20-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60-69
- 70+
Parking & Transportation
Free parking is available along the streets near the race start, but please allow time should parking be harder to find.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director.
Cancellation Policy
The race will be held rain or shine -- no refunds.
