Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Just a good ol' 5k race / walk on beautiful Michigan Avenue in La Porte, Indiana on Thanksgiving. We've been doing it for a hot minute. All proceeds from the La Porte Turkey Trot go to the La Porte Educational Development Foundation which benefits students at La Porte Community School Corporation.

Join us for the Earth Day 5K Family Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, April 25, 2026, benefitting the La Porte City Park Foundation! This race is an official 2026 Calumet Region Striders Gold Cup Series event. The course will be a beautiful loop around Clear Lake with an out‑and‑back section on the Chessie Trail. Start/Finish Location:  Dennis F. Smith Amphitheater, La Porte, IN 46350 Celebrate Earth Day and support your local parks by participating in this eco‑friendly event. All proceeds from the race will go toward park improvements and environmental initiatives in our community. Whether you're a seasoned runner earning Gold Cup Series points or just looking for a fun outdoor activity with family and friends, this event is for you! Event Highlights:🌱 Timed 5K Run/Walk through scenic park trails (Gold Cup points eligible)🌸 Family-friendly atmosphere with activities for all ages🎖 Sustainable medals for finishers Complimentary water and donuts at the start line Eart

Indiana's longest-running triathlon is back for its 46th year! Yes, you read that correctly: 46 years!  *This race will be capped at 300 participants*

Tour de La Porte 2026: Move for More Every Mile Builds A Stronger Community! Tour de La Porte is more than a walking, running, and cycling event—it’s a powerful weekend of movement with purpose. Families, friends, and fitness enthusiasts come together to support the La Porte County Family YMCA and the vital programs that strengthen our community. Every step, stride, and pedal fuels life-changing impact—helping kids discover confidence, families build healthy habits, and neighbors access inclusive, equitable programs that support youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Thanks to the dedication of our participants, sponsors, and volunteers, Tour de La Porte continues to grow its impact each year. In 2025, the event raised more than $64,000 to support programs that improve health, connection, and opportunity across La Porte County. In 2026, we invite you to move with purpose, rally your team, and help create lasting change. Join us—and turn your passion into progress