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Big Boom 5K 2026

Zionsville · 22 km away

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Selah's Grace 5K Run/Walk

Cicero · 48 km away

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Cloverdale Back the Blue 5K

Cloverdale · 61 km away

JUL 11

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8-Hour Dream Endurance Race & Cat Nap 5K

Indianapolis · 8 km away

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Bubble Run | Indianapolis 2026

Indianapolis · 7 km away

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7th Annual INCourage 5K

Pendleton · 44 km away

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Heatwave Half Marathon - Indianapolis

Indianapolis · 2 km away

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The Melt Down - Three Consecutive 5Ks

Shelbyville · 44 km away

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Love Never Ends 5k run/walk

Trafalgar · 40 km away

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2nd Annual CK Racing Back to School 5k

Kokomo · 75 km away

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Christmas in July Half Marathon and 5K (Indianapolis)

Indianapolis · 16 km away

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

Indianapolis · 16 km away

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Fun Races Christmas in July Half Marathon and 5K Indianapolis

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RUN(317) - Mass Ave

Indianapolis · 2 km away

AUG 20

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Hickory Hustle 5K & 10K

Colfax · 64 km away

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McCordsville Path to Fitness 5k Run/Walk

McCordsville · 25 km away

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Distance Devils Annual Alumni & Family 5K XC Race

Indianapolis · 15 km away

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Kelli's Kegs 'N Eggs 5k

Carmel · 24 km away

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Christ the King 5k

Indianapolis · 11 km away

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2026 Woofstock Survivor 5K and Dog Walk

Fishers · 26 km away

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Summer Sizzler- Indianapolis

Indianapolis · 5 km away

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IDES 5K Run/Walk for Hunger

Noblesville · 33 km away

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Race Away From Domestic Violence (RAFDV)

Indianapolis · 2 km away

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DINO Trail Run - Southwestway Park

Indianapolis · 9 km away

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Sprint with the Spirit 5K Run & Walk

Columbus · 66 km away

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Teter Twilight 5k Run for the Honey

Noblesville · 41 km away

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

Greenfield · 34 km away

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Avon · 22 km away

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RUN(317) - Speedway

Speedway · 7 km away

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IDES 5K for Hunger

Noblesville · 32 km away

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Love Wins 5K | 1-Mile | Kids Fun Run

Jamestown · 44 km away

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On Eagles' Wings 5K

Greensburg · 78 km away

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Edgewood Dollars for Scholars 5K

Bloomington · 73 km away

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Pleasant Run Run

Indianapolis · 8 km away

SEP 5

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IU Indianapolis Jaguar 5K

Indianapolis · 2 km away

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Fair on the Square Half Marathon & 5K

Danville · 31 km away

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Noblesville · 30 km away

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Arsenal 5k Run/Walk

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Indianapolis · 9 km away

Indianapolis · 80 km

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Recurring 5K races near Indianapolis

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Hit the Bricks Run/Walk

The Hit the Bricks Run/Walk is an event in Zionsville, Indiana, organized by the Zionsville Optimist Club. It includes a timed 5K race, a 5K walk, and an untimed 3K walk for those seeking a shorter, less strenuous option. The 5K course begins and ends at Town Hall, incorporates sections of Zionsville’s Rail Trail, and winds through the historic downtown. This event holds the distinction of being the longest-running in Boone County. Participants and locals often note its remarkable tradition of over forty years without a race-day rain.

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.

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.

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

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.

Unified Group Services Run/Walk for Cancer

The Unified Group Services Run/Walk for Cancer is a charity event in Anderson, Indiana, held at Harrah's Hoosier Park, 4500 Dan Patch Circle. It features a 5K run/walk and a one-mile Honor Walk, allowing participants to join regardless of pace or distance. The 5K begins and ends on the racetrack. The walk covers a 7/8-mile lap around the Hoosier Park track. Participants may register individually or as a team. The venue's Jumbotron will feature attendees. Proceeds benefit the Ascension St. Vincent Anderson Foundation, aiding patients and families of the Ascension St. Vincent Anderson Cancer Center.

Women's Running Festival featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K

The Women's Running Festival, a women-only race day in Carmel, Indiana, is held at the Carmel Courthouse Gazebo. It offers half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances, featuring Indiana's original women's half marathon and the state's largest women-only half marathon. The routes follow the Monon Greenway through Midtown and Central Park, then utilize nearby city streets before finishing back at the gazebo. In a recent edition, participants came from over 30 states. The half marathon awards a cash purse to the top 20 finishers. The 10K and 5K races have podiums, and age-group awards are also presented. Runners receive free parking, complimentary food and beverages at the post-race gathering, and support for women-focused charities. The location is adjacent to shops and restaurants.

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.

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.

Harvest Hustle 5k Run/Walk

The Harvest Hustle 5K & Dog Walk is an annual fundraiser held at Norwayne Field to benefit Hope Restored Recovery Home in North Judson, Indiana. The event includes a 5K race for runners and walkers, with a dog walk starting shortly after. Race-day registration is available in the morning. Runners begin first, followed by walkers, and then participants with dogs. The event is designed for families and racers alike. All ages are welcome, and children five and under can participate for free. Awards will be presented to the first male, female, and child to finish. Every registered participant receives a t-shirt, and dogs participating in the dog walk receive a bandana. Following the race, the field will feature live music, face painting, bounce houses, and food vendors. Dogs must be kept on leashes no longer than six feet and require current vaccinations; proof is only needed if an incident occurs.

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.

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About 5K races in Indianapolis

Indy North-South Training Lines

Indianapolis hosts 90 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 the Monon Trail when they want easy miles from downtown through Broad Ripple, Carmel, Westfield, and toward Sheridan. The Indianapolis Cultural Trail gives Naptown Run Club a clean Monday and Saturday rhythm from the Athenaeum. Indy Runners and Walkers uses the Cultural Trail, Downtown Canal, and Central Canal Towpath for steady miles, speedwork, and 1-8+ mile out-and-backs. Carmel Runners Club keeps Wednesday nights at Union Brewing Company and Saturday mornings at Java House in Midtown. Fort Harrison, Eagle Creek, Southwestway, Town Run, Cool Creek, and Skiles Test cover the trail fix. The 500 Festival Running Events, Wheeler Mission Drumstick Dash, The Full Mo, and Indy Half Marathon at Fort Ben anchor the calendar.

Locals ride a good mix here, from the Indianapolis Cultural Trail and Canal Ride to long rural loops that feel made for base miles. Bicycle Garage Indy runs rides from North and Greenwood, Liv Cycling Indy keeps women’s rides going from March to November, and CIBA has Downtown Training Ride nights on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 pm. The Cultural Trail loop is 8 km with 420 m of elevation. The 80 Mile loop runs up the Monon Trail to SR32, then north and back through Sheridan. The north side gets mostly rural with frequent rolling hills and a few larger hills. The south side has 6 km with 534 m of country hills.

Spring and fall are the cleanest training blocks, and locals usually point to March-May and September-November for comfortable Z2, intervals, and long rides. Summer nights can be warm and humid, so the early club starts make sense, and the Summer Night Trail Run at Eagle Creek Park fits that July mood. Bicycle Garage Indy’s Thursday Evening Cruise rides run from May 2 to September 12, and the Greenwood Monday Night Fast Ride runs from June 3 to September 30. Winter shifts the vibe toward durability, with runners still circling toward the late-February Polar Bear Winter Classic and cyclists banking steadier miles when the fast evening calendar fades.