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10K races near Bloomington

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Upcoming 10K races near Bloomington

JUL 1

Run · road · 10K

Heatwave Half Marathon - Indianapolis

Indianapolis · 71 km away

AUG 1

Run · road · 10K

Summer Sizzler- Indianapolis

Indianapolis · 75 km away

SEP 1

Run · road · 10K

Be Like Nancy Ride!

Indianapolis · 77 km away

Bloomington · 80 km

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Recurring 10K races near Bloomington

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Indy Half Marathon at Fort Ben

The Indy Half Marathon at Fort Ben includes a timed "Kill the Hill" climb near mile 11, a 320-meter push on Harrison Trace Trail by Delaware Lake. This Indianapolis race, held in October, features a 13.1-mile half marathon, a 10K, a 5K, and a Kids One Mile Run, suitable for walkers, first-timers, families, and those seeking a challenge. The half marathon is the primary race, but the hill segment adds difficulty. Separate awards are given for the fastest Youth, Open, and Masters runners on this climb. The race is organized by Beyond Monumental, a nonprofit focused on Indianapolis road racing, with proceeds benefiting youth health and well-being programs. Participants receive a medal, a race shirt, post-race food, and a drink. The INDYTHON program connects this race with other Beyond Monumental events for those completing multiple races in a season.

Spooky Sprint- Indianapolis

Spooky Sprint Indianapolis is a Halloween-themed race day in Downtown Indianapolis, featuring a half marathon at 8 AM alongside 10K, 5K, 1-mile, and Kids Dash events. Bodies Race Company organizes the event, which caters to families and regular runners alike. The 5K and 10K offer reduced youth pricing for participants aged 12 and under. The 1-mile run is untimed, and children can participate in the dash without charge if they forgo the shirt and medal. The half marathon follows a certified, all-paved course that is flat and fast, crossing downtown streets and parks near White River State Park. Participants receive chip timing with live results, complimentary finisher photos, a technical shirt, and a custom medal. The Halloween theme is present through costumes, finish-line refreshments, and Trick-or-Treat aid stations. The event typically attracts 500 to 1,000 participants and is part of Beast Pacing's fall half marathon series. Virtual entry and race-bundle options are available for added flexibility.

Running for Children's Rights to Both Parents - 11 of 50 Half Marathons in 50 States - Indiana

The Indiana event for Running for Children's Rights to Both Parents begins at 18 North Capitol Avenue in Indianapolis. Participants can complete an in-person half marathon between morning and midnight Eastern Time. This is Run 11 of a 50-state half marathon series, with one half marathon held each month. The event also provides virtual 5K, 10K, and half marathon options, allowing supporters outside Indiana to participate by running, walking, or moving within their own communities. Virtual runners do not have a shared course; each participant selects a local route while supporting the same cause. Bob, the founder of Mothers and Fathers Truly Matter, runs the Indiana half marathon in person, while supporters nationwide participate remotely. The series aims to raise awareness about parental alienation, family court practices that separate children from a parent, and the lasting emotional, psychological, and developmental harm that can result. The core message is that children should have reasonable access to both parents, and family court decisions should prioritize the child's well-being.

Graphic FX, Inc Presents: The Indiana Fall Classic

The Indiana Fall Classic, presented by Graphic FX, takes place at Hawthorn Park in Terre Haute, Indiana. The primary race is a 10K run/walk, spanning 6.2 miles along the park’s trails and roads. A separate 1-mile fun run/walk is available for youth and adults. Packet pickup and registration begin in the morning at Hawthorn Park. The 1-mile race starts first, followed by the 10K later in the morning. The 1-mile start is located west of Dogwood Shelter and the parking lot. The 10K start is west of the park’s main entrance; runners are directed from Dogwood Shelter to the start line. Awards are given to overall finishers, participants in 5-year age groups, and walkers. Participants registered as walkers are instructed not to run. Following the races, B&B Foods serves chili, contributing to the event's local-race atmosphere instead of a large festival setup.

The Gobble Gallop is a Thanksgiving morning race in Duluth, Minnesota, hosted by Duluth Running Company as a decades-long Northland tradition. Around 1,800 runners participate in a set of short, family-friendly events: the Gobble Gallop 5K, the Tough Turkey 1-Mile, and the Gobble Giddy Up! Kids Run. The race draws people who treat it as part of the holiday itself, including families with children who started coming before they were old enough to run on their own. One runner first joined as a 13-month-old in a stroller and later returned for the Tough Turkey 1-Mile, while his dad and sister raced too. The mood is built around starting Thanksgiving active, often in cold morning weather, and part of the race proceeds benefit Safe Haven.

The OPSF50|50 begins at the Horse Campground off Fish Creek Road in Owen-Putnam State Forest, near Poland, Indiana, approximately one hour from Indianapolis. This low-key trail series, organized by the nonprofit Indiana Trail Running Association, offers 10K, 14-mile, 50K, and 50-mile distances on a rugged forest course. The longer races commence early in the morning, reflecting an old-school trail running ethos rather than a polished, large-scale event production. The course winds through a 6,500-acre state forest, featuring about 90 percent single-track trail with some fire-road sections. The route, shaped like a lollipop from the campground, passes two aid stations, ensuring participants spend most of their time on woodland trails. The 50-mile race includes over 6,500 feet of climbing, earning the event its reputation as Indiana’s toughest trail race. It provides local runners an opportunity to challenge themselves on a less-traveled Indiana trail system, which includes hiking paths, horse trails, ponds, and campgrounds.

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About 10K races in Bloomington

Bloomington Base Miles

Bloomington hosts 9 10K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Locals run the B-Line when they want easy downtown miles without cars. The B-Line runs 1 mile through Bloomington and connects with the two-mile Bloomington Rail Trail for a longer out-and-back. You get 8 miles when you link it cleanly. 8 paved miles mix small hills and recovery flats. Fleet Feet Bloomington hosts Monday 6:00 pm runs. InRunCo Group Run adds campus miles. Strawberry Shortcake 5K, B-Town Turkey Trot, and Monster Dash keep the calendar honest.

Locals ride easy on the B-Line Trail and around Indiana University, then point the bike toward Brown County, Lake Monroe, Morgan-Monroe State Forest, and Yellowwood when they want real climbing. Bloomington Bicycle Club is the main club, and its Wednesday gravel rides are where a lot of base miles happen. Wednesday Worlds rolls from Sample Gates at 6:00 pm with a chill start and a competitive, fast paced racing portion. Lampkins Ridge rd to Friendship rd to Kent rd gives riders about 25-30 miles depending on the start. The climb is 1 km with 1,076 m of elevation.

Spring is the sweet spot because everything is in bloom and the greenways feel easy to stack. Summer puts Bloomington into the mid-to-high 90s, so locals shift runs to the tree-covered Bloomington Rail Trail and keep Z2 rides early. Clear Creek, Limestone Greenway, and Karst Farm Greenway stay useful when the sun gets high. Winter is not exactly the most forgiving at times. Runners manage dress and keep workouts simple. Cyclists bring the bike that can get gunked up with snow melt and sand, and studded tires can make commuting and steady miles feel doable.