Races

Join the Franklin County Historical Society for our 4th 5K Fun Run. Course will begin and end at the Old Depot Museum in Ottawa, KS. Registration starts at 8:15, with the race beginning at 9:00. Early registration participants will receive a t-shirt with their registration fee. Money raised will be used to help support the ongoing projects of the Franklin County Historical society. This race is a family friendly fun run! Tell your friends!

Moonrise Bike Ride is Ottawa Bike and Trail's premier bikepacking, music, and food festival on the Flint Hills Trail State Park. Moonrise Main EventExperience an unforgettable bikepacking adventure on the Flint Hills Trail State Park! Ride from Ottawa to Pomona Lake State Park, where you'll enjoy a chuckwagon dinner, a relaxing evening of live bluegrass music, and a moonlit ride before settling in to sleep under the stars. Most importantly, you'll connect with fellow riders and create lasting memories. Moonrise Campfire (Optional 2nd Night)Want to extend the adventure? The 2-night Campfire Option starts Friday afternoon with a social gathering at Riverbank Brewing in Council Grove. From there, you'll ride 20 miles along the Flint Hills Trail to Basecamp in Allen, Kansas, where you'll set up camp, enjoy a delicious meal, and gather around the campfire for live music. On Saturday morning, after a hearty breakfast, you’ll continue on a 32-mile ride to Pomona Lake State