5K RUN
Start your year with 3.1 miles.
The First Finish Invitational 5K is designed for first-time racers, walkers, families, experienced runners, and anyone looking for an achievable but meaningful first finish of 2027.
Whether you're chasing a fast time or simply crossing a starting line, this distance is yours to make your own.
The First Finish Invitational 5K is designed for first-time racers, walkers, families, experienced runners, and anyone looking for an achievable but meaningful first finish of 2027.
Whether you're chasing a fast time or simply crossing a starting line, this distance is yours to make your own.
- Start Time:
- 9:00am CST
- Price:
- $38.10 incl. $3.10 Fee
- Registration:
- Price increases to $43.40 after October 31, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| October 14, 2026, 12:00am CDT | October 31, 2026, 11:59pm CDT | $38.10 |
| November 1, 2026, 12:00am CDT | November 30, 2026, 11:59pm CST | $43.40 |
| December 1, 2026, 12:00am CST | December 31, 2026, 11:59pm CST | $48.70 |
| January 1, 2027, 12:00am CST | January 17, 2027, 11:59pm CST | $54.00 |
| January 18, 2027, 12:00am CST | January 23, 2027, 8:00am CST | $59.30 |
10K RUN
6.2 miles. One strong way to start the year.
The First Finish Invitational 10K provides the perfect middle-distance challenge for runners ready to move beyond the 5K, test their fitness, or begin building toward bigger goals later in the year.
Come race it. Run it with friends. Chase a PR. Make it your first finish.
The First Finish Invitational 10K provides the perfect middle-distance challenge for runners ready to move beyond the 5K, test their fitness, or begin building toward bigger goals later in the year.
Come race it. Run it with friends. Chase a PR. Make it your first finish.
- Start Time:
- 8:45am CST
- Price:
- $48.70 incl. $3.70 Fee
- Registration:
- Price increases to $54.00 after October 31, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| October 14, 2026, 12:00am CDT | October 31, 2026, 11:59pm CDT | $48.70 |
| November 1, 2026, 12:00am CDT | November 30, 2026, 11:59pm CST | $54.00 |
| December 1, 2026, 12:00am CST | December 31, 2026, 11:59pm CST | $59.30 |
| January 1, 2027, 12:00am CST | January 17, 2027, 11:59pm CST | $64.60 |
| January 18, 2027, 12:00am CST | January 23, 2027, 8:00am CST | $69.90 |
HALF MARATHON
Make your first major finish of 2027 a 13.1-mile one.
The First Finish Invitational Half Marathon is designed for runners ready to begin the year with a challenge — whether you're racing for a personal best, taking on the distance for the first time, or building toward an even bigger goal.
Thirteen-point-one miles. One finish line. A whole year still ahead.
The First Finish Invitational Half Marathon is designed for runners ready to begin the year with a challenge — whether you're racing for a personal best, taking on the distance for the first time, or building toward an even bigger goal.
Thirteen-point-one miles. One finish line. A whole year still ahead.
- Start Time:
- 8:30am CST
- Price:
- $69.90 incl. $4.90 Fee
- Registration:
- Price increases to $75.20 after October 31, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| October 14, 2026, 12:00am CDT | October 31, 2026, 11:59pm CDT | $69.90 |
| November 1, 2026, 12:00am CDT | November 30, 2026, 11:59pm CST | $75.20 |
| December 1, 2026, 12:00am CST | December 31, 2026, 11:59pm CST | $85.80 |
| January 1, 2027, 12:00am CST | January 17, 2027, 11:59pm CST | $96.40 |
| January 18, 2027, 12:00am CST | January 23, 2027, 8:00am CST | $107.00 |
VIRTUAL RUN
Can't join us in person?
Complete your First Finish wherever you are.
Virtual participants may complete their run at the time and location of their choice. Registration includes an official race bib, First Finish Invitational participant shirt, custom finisher medal, and shipping.
Virtual results may be submitted through the event results page beginning race weekend.
Complete your First Finish wherever you are.
Virtual participants may complete their run at the time and location of their choice. Registration includes an official race bib, First Finish Invitational participant shirt, custom finisher medal, and shipping.
Virtual results may be submitted through the event results page beginning race weekend.
- Price:
- $54.00 incl. $4.00 Fee
- Registration:
- Registration ends January 23, 2027 at 8:00am CST
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| October 14, 2026, 12:00am CDT | January 23, 2027, 8:00am CST | $54.00 |
This is a service fee for processing your registration. This may be slightly higher or lower per registrant than the amount shown here.
