Griffin Grit 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run 2026
- Date
- Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Entry fee
- From $20 · goes up to $25 on Oct 24, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile Fun Run | Kids | Nov 14, 20268:00 AM | $20$25 after Oct 24, 2026 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 14, 20268:30 AM | $35$40 after Oct 24, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Kids fee goes up to $25 on Oct 24, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 1 Mile Fun Run: $20 until Oct 24, then $25 until Nov 14, then $25 until Nov 14.
- 5K: $35 until Oct 24, then $40 until Nov 14, then $40 until Nov 14.
Online registration closes Nov 14, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about 17 percent above a typical 5K in Oklahoma, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Oklahoma City runs 38:06, about 12:16 a mile, based on 50 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:30 and men in 33:15.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:03 AM, and the 1 Mile Fun Run starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,250 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
300 SW 7th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73109
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 14 the day usually runs from 47°F at dawn to 66°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 15% of days. Cold snaps dip to 30°F and hot years reach 76°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 300 SW 7th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73109Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,250 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 14, 2026), 2025 (Nov 15, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Griffin Grit 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees, and rises to $25 on Oct 24, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 14, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Oklahoma?
- At $35, entry is about 17 percent above a typical 5K in Oklahoma, which costs $30 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 300 SW 7th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73109.
From the organizers
Griffin Grit 5K & Mile Fun Run
Benefitting The Academy of Classical Christian Studies
Date: November 14, 2026
Location: Scissortail Park
Time: 8:00AM (Fun Run first with 5K to follow)
Join us for the Griffin Grit 5K & Mile Fun Run, a community-wide event celebrating fitness, fun, and faith — all while supporting a great cause! Whether you're a seasoned runner, a weekend walker, or a family looking for a morning of fun, this race is for YOU.