5K races near Huntertown

Run for Riley is a Fort Wayne race organized by the Fort Wayne Running Club to support Riley Children's Hospital. Participants can choose a chip-timed 5-mile race or a 5K, suitable for those aiming for a personal best and those preferring a shorter community run. Both races begin at Maple Creek Middle School, proceed along the paved Fort Wayne Greenway trails, and then diverge onto separate courses for the 5-mile and 5K. All participants conclude on the school track. The event continues in the school cafeteria, featuring a silent auction, 5-mile awards, treats, and snacks.

The Fort Wayne Hot Cider Hustle offers a half marathon, 10K, and 5K race series each fall, with all events beginning in the morning. The 5K includes a run/walk option, an untimed walk option, and an affordable kids’ fun division, making the day suitable for more than just competitive runners. The event's route is not specified, but the structure is evident: multiple distances utilize the same race period. Virtual 10K and 5K options are available for those unable to attend in person. All finishers receive a mug. Participants also get a race shirt, hot cider, and a caramel apple. Photos are shared using #HotCiderHustle.

The River City Rat Race is a fall 10K and 5K run/walk in downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana. Both distances begin on East Main Street and conclude at the Old Fort. The race features a downtown course that guides participants through autumn park areas and along the riverfront, with proceeds benefiting the Great Fort Wayne Central YMCA. The 10K route utilizes the riverfront paths and serves as a Fort Wayne Run Club points race. The 5K offers a shorter path through the downtown parks for runners and walkers. The event is USATF sanctioned, includes a race shirt and finisher medal for participants, and recognizes Masters and age-group winners from young children to runners in their nineties.

Campus United 5K is a 5k run/walk on the Fort Wayne campus shared by Purdue University Fort Wayne and Indiana University Fort Wayne. The race begins in the morning at the Mastodon statue located between Helmke Library and Walb Student Union, with check-in outside Walb before the start. The event unites the two universities to raise funds for The FRIENDS of the University Pantry at Purdue Fort Wayne, which provides support to students outside of their academic work. On race day, packet pickup and registration will both be managed at the grey check-in tents, allowing runners and walkers to sign up or collect their materials on site.

The Fantasy of Lights 5K is a November 5K held in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It is a straightforward short-distance road race, intended for runners seeking a late-fall 3.1-mile event instead of a longer distance. The published information does not provide a detailed route, elevation profile, field size, or extensive history. The available listing primarily confirms the Fort Wayne location, the 5K distance, and the November timing, with no runner reviews yet available.

The Pathfinder Early Learning Center Turkey Trot and Waddle begins at Pathfinder’s Administrative offices in Huntington, Indiana, on Thanksgiving Day. The event includes a Turkey Trot 5K and a Turkey Waddle 1 Mile Walk, allowing runners and walkers to participate in the same community event. The course circles Pehkokia Woods and goes by the Izaak Walton League on the return. Over 1,100 participants are anticipated, with spectators and fans contributing to a Huntington County Thanksgiving tradition now in its 22nd year. Pathfinder Early Learning Center organizes the race, with proceeds benefiting children and programming at the center.

The Holiday Hustle is a December race series in Dexter, Michigan, offering distances from a 1 Mile dash and 5K to a half marathon and 13.1 Mile relay. The shorter races guide participants through neighborhood holiday light displays, while the longer events begin and end at Erratic Ale Co. The half marathon and relay follow the B2B Trail through Hudson Mills before returning to the brewery. All finishers receive chip timing, official results, medals, award eligibility, and snacks. Those completing the longer races also get a finish area with a fire pit and a cold beer.

The YWCA Race for a Reason is an annual 5K run/walk and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with recent events held on the Purdue Fort Wayne campus. The 5K starts first in the morning, followed shortly by the one-mile option, allowing participants to choose between a timed race and a shorter community walk. The event raises support for YWCA Northeast Indiana and the services it provides in the region. It is professionally timed, gives awards by age and gender, and uses a community-focused theme such as “Lacing Up for a Stronger Tomorrow” to connect the race day to the organization’s work.