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Midnight Run 5K Run & Walk

Seymour · 27 km away

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Bubble Run | Indianapolis 2026

Indianapolis · 72 km away

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DINO Trail Run - Muscatatuck Park

North Vernon · 32 km away

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8-Hour Dream Endurance Race & Cat Nap 5K

Indianapolis · 75 km away

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Heatwave Half Marathon - Indianapolis

Indianapolis · 67 km away

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Love Never Ends 5k run/walk

Trafalgar · 31 km away

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2026 Limestone 5K

Bedford · 63 km away

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The Melt Down - Three Consecutive 5Ks

Shelbyville · 39 km away

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Fun Races Christmas in July Half Marathon and 5K Indianapolis

Indianapolis · 66 km away

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33rd Annual Fast Flash 5k and Back 2 School Bash

Indianapolis · 54 km away

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Metamora Canal 5K

Metamora · 73 km away

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RUN(317) - Mass Ave

Indianapolis · 67 km away

AUG 15

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Indian Trails 5K

Milan · 70 km away

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Christ the King 5k

Indianapolis · 76 km away

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Bulldog Chase 5K

Batesville · 61 km away

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McCordsville Path to Fitness 5k Run/Walk

McCordsville · 77 km away

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Watermelon 5K Run & Walk

Brownstown · 37 km away

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Summer Sizzler- Indianapolis

Indianapolis · 71 km away

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DINO Trail Run - Southwestway Park

Indianapolis · 63 km away

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Race Away From Domestic Violence (RAFDV)

Indianapolis · 67 km away

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Avon · 75 km away

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Sister Cities of Greenfield 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk

Greenfield · 66 km away

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Sprint with the Spirit 5K Run & Walk

Columbus · 1 km away

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RUN(317) - Speedway

Speedway · 70 km away

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Pleasant Run Run

Indianapolis · 65 km away

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On Eagles' Wings 5K

Greensburg · 41 km away

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Edgewood Dollars for Scholars 5K

Bloomington · 62 km away

SEP 11

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Luke Elsner Memorial 5K Run & Walk

North Vernon · 34 km away

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IU Indianapolis Jaguar 5K

Indianapolis · 67 km away

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Arsenal 5k Run/Walk

Indianapolis · 66 km away

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Ellettsville 5K

Ellettsville · 61 km away

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Indianapolis · 75 km away

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Caleb Brown Memorial 5K

Greensburg · 41 km away

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Mill Race Marathon & Half Marathon

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Mill Race Marathon

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Persimmon Festival 5k

Mitchell · 71 km away

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Corporate Challenge 5k

Bloomington · 53 km away

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Wine at the Line

Bargersville · 41 km away

Columbus · 80 km

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Recurring 5K races near Columbus

Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly

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.

Indianapolis - HFTC 5k

The Indianapolis - HFTC 5k is a 5K race held in Indianapolis, Indiana, at 801 West Washington Street. Head For The Cure organizes the event, which takes place in October. Registration is managed via the event's dedicated registration page. The available listing does not provide a detailed course map, elevation profile, or field size. The race appears to be a standard city 5K associated with the HFTC event series. Endurance Grid includes it within its listings of running and other endurance events. Runners are advised to consult the organizer's page for race-day specifics like start procedures, pricing, and any last-minute location updates.

Run for the Animals 5K

The Run for the Animals 5K is a timed 5K run/walk held at Karst Farm Park in Monroe County, welcoming both people and dogs. This event has been an annual fundraiser for the Monroe County Humane Association for many years, with all funds raised supporting its programs and services. It attracts hundreds of runners, walkers, families, and their dogs, and also offers a virtual 5K option for those who wish to support the cause remotely. The course begins at Karst Farm Park and circles through the Monroe County Fairgrounds. Separate start times are provided for runners and walkers to ensure clearer pace groups, and well-behaved dogs may be added to adult registrations. The start/finish area also hosts the awards ceremony and sponsor booths, keeping families and participants near the event's activities post-race. Registration includes a race shirt and sponsor items; children aged 12 and under receive a discount. The day also features raffles and pet contests open to all attendees, regardless of race registration.

Morgan County Fall Foliage Festival 5k

HOPE Medora Goes Pink 5K Run/Walk

Downtown Medora turns pink for HOPE Medora Goes Pink, a 5K run/walk supporting cancer patients. The event focuses on community involvement rather than pure competition, and it is organized by a nonprofit charity. The day honors those battling cancer and celebrates survivors. Surrounding the 5K, attendees can find craft and food vendors, a car show, wagon and barrel rides, a health fair, and live music.

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.

Bee the Light 5K - The Shelby Foundation for Kindness Delivered

The Bee the Light 5K is a fall run and walk held on a paved trail within Southeastway Park. This park offers wooded areas, bike trails, shelters, a playground, an education center, and a pond. The race honors Shelby Kraft, daughter of Kindness Delivered co-founder Deb Kraft, and supports research into Rett Syndrome, a rare and incurable neurological disorder Shelby lived with. The event marks its fifth year and focuses on fundraising alongside fitness. Each registration fee is directed to the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, with Deb Kraft matching all donations. The day accommodates runners seeking a fast 5K, walkers attending with friends, families enjoying the park, and supporters of Kindness Delivered. Kindness Delivered is an organization that delivers kindness in Jesus' name, and Shelby is the namesake for its efforts.

Bloomington Montessori 2025 Fall Fun Run 5K Trail Race and Family Fun Run

The Bloomington Montessori Fall Fun Run is a community trail race held at Fowler Pumpkin Patch in Bloomington, Indiana. It offers a 5K race and shorter family runs of 1 mile and 1.5 miles. The event is presented by Bloomington Montessori School, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that serves children ages 3 to 12 in Monroe County. The 5K course follows mowed field paths, dirt, and gravel, incorporating several small hills. Medals are awarded to the top three 5K finishers. Proceeds from the event benefit the Bloomington Montessori Early Childhood Scholarship Fund and Mother Hubbard's Cupboard, a local food-security organization. Registration includes race entry, a bib, and a T-shirt; shirts are guaranteed for those who register early.

Monster Dash is a name used for Halloween-season races featuring short, family-friendly distances, costumes, and local causes. The Longwood event is a 5K run/walk with a kids' dash starting and finishing at the Historic Civic Center in downtown Longwood. Orlando's OCA Monster Dash takes place at Blue Jacket Park in Baldwin Park, offering a 5K, Kids' Fun Run, and Family Stroll. Lake-Sumter State College hosts a 5K/10K Fun Run around Silver Lake near its Leesburg Campus, and Providence holds a downtown 5K with a kids race for those 12 and under. The specifics vary by location, but the format is consistent: participants wear Halloween costumes, bring children, and complete a distance manageable without extensive training. Longwood directs its proceeds to the Longwood Historic Society, supporting landmark preservation, including late nineteenth-century historic district buildings. Orlando's race supports OCA programs for individuals with autism and special needs, welcoming runners, walkers, and wheelchair participants. Lake-Sumter provides registered participants with a shirt and gift bag, times the race, and awards top finishers, while Providence offers individual and team costume awards and is part of the Run Rhody Grand Slam series.

Seven Oaks Travel Trot 5K

The Seven Oaks Travel Trot 5K begins and ends on the campus of Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana. This school-hosted 5K run, with a separate walk, takes place in the morning and funds student travel: an 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C., and a junior/senior high school trip to Europe. The course remains on school grounds and in the local Ellettsville neighborhood, giving the event a campus community feel rather than that of a large road race. Families are welcome with children, parents can bring strollers and walk, and children under 9 may participate without registering. Following the finish, participants and neighbors can enjoy chili, a bake sale, warm drinks, and time on the school’s new playground. Medals are awarded to the top three overall male and female runners, and the first 50 registrants receive free shirts.

Bloomington Montessori Fall Fun Run 5K Trail Race and Family Fun Run

The Bloomington Montessori Fall Fun Run is a 5K trail race in Bloomington, Indiana, hosted at Fowler Pumpkin Patch prior to the school's Fall Fest. It originated as a family activity for Bloomington Montessori School and has expanded to include the public, with shorter one- or 1.5-mile family fun run routes commencing shortly after the 5K. The event maintains a school-community atmosphere: check-in begins in the morning, ABTiming handles the race timing, and volunteers assist with check-in and course guidance. Participants receive snacks and water upon finishing, the top three 5K runners are awarded medals, and all participants receive a T-shirt designed by a BMS parent. The run also functions as a fundraiser for the school, with past contributions supporting costs such as AEDs.

Centra Foundation Boo Bash Costume Dash 5k and Trick or Trot Kids Fun Run

The Centra Foundation Boo Bash Costume Dash is a Halloween 5k run/walk held at Mill Race Park in Columbus, Indiana. A kids’ Trick or Trot Fun Run takes place before the 5k. Runners and walkers are encouraged to wear costumes fitting the theme. The event supports United Way partners. The kids’ run begins, followed by the 5k, which is timed by AB Timing. The children’s route is approximately a half mile and features trick-or-treat stops, designed as a Halloween outing rather than a competitive race. All Trick or Trot participants receive a Fun Run medal. The first 100 in-person 5k registrants also receive medals. A virtual 5k option is available throughout October, completable by running, walking, or using a treadmill or elliptical. Proceeds from the virtual race also go to United Way partners.

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About 5K races in Columbus

Columbus Training Notes

Columbus hosts 72 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Locals run Columbus through parks, river edges, and the People Trails. The main loop is 75 km and climbs 27 m, so it works for steady Z2 or light intervals. The shorter loop is 73 km and gains 25 m. The shortest loop is 00 km and climbs 16 m for quick work. Columbus Running Club is the name to know. Mill Race Park anchors club energy with the Elementary Fitness Fun Run. Kiwanis 5K Run & Walk for Kids, The Polidor 5K Run/Walk, Firecracker 5K, and Gobble Wobble 5K keep the calendar busy.

Riders use Columbus as a paved trail, country road, and gravel town. The People Trails give the easy spin option, and locals say there are many good bike paths and trails. Country roads carry the base miles, and the area has loads of them. The Moonlight Loop runs 19 miles from the Bartholomew County Public Library/Visitors Center Plaza and loops through the covered bridge in Mill Race Park. The Downtown Columbus Loop Route gives riders 17 miles. The Downtown Columbus to New Albany route stretches to 23 miles or 46 miles. TRI Columbus is the anchor event for bike-run fitness.

Spring gives runners and riders the cleanest build, with temperatures rising from the 40s into the 70s. Autumn brings days in the 60s and 70s, so September through November works well for tempo runs, gran fondo pace, and long Z2 rides. Summer hits 90°F, so training starts early or waits for evening. Locals keep water close and use parks for shade. 9°F. Winter turns workouts shorter, steadier, and more route-dependent.