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Lake Vian Trail Run

Name: Lake Vian Trail Run
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-15
Location: Vian

Vian, United States • 15 Aug 2026

Location and Date

The event takes place at Armstrong Park on Highway 82 North in Vian, Oklahoma. It is scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026.

Events

Participants can choose from the following race options:

5K Trail Run - An in-person event.
1K Fun Run/Walk - A paved course.
Virtual 5K - Can be completed between August 15 and August 22, 2026.

Registration and Details

Packet pickup and race-day registration are available on the morning of the event. A specific start time is listed for each race.

Medals are awarded to the top three finishers in each standard USATF age and gender group. The proceeds from the event benefit the Vian Community Foundation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Oklahoma Vian

Race information

Registration

5 km

5k Trail Run

1k Fun Run/walk

Virtual 5k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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