Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

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Lace up on the same championship course Indiana's best just raced-and run it forward for the next generation of high school athletes. Held on the LaVern Gibson Championship Cross Country Course right after the IHSAA Boys' and Girls' Cross Country State Finals, the Run it Forward 5K allows each participant, regardless of pace, to experience the excitement of crossing the Championship Finish line. Each stride supports education-based athletics—the coaches, officials, and programs that shape kids long after the season ends. ---Runners receive--- ⏱️Timed Race 👕Participant T-shirt 🥇Finisher Medal 🏁Opportunity to conquer this championship course ---Day Of Event--- 📋Check-In & registration opens at 2:30 PM 🏃‍♂️Race will begin at 4 PM ---Awards--- In addition to the finisher medal, we will be recognizing and awarding: 🏆Overall Male & Female Winners 🏃‍➡️Masters Male & Female Winners (65+) 👟Age Group Winners 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Largest Group/Team

The Indiana Fall Classic covers 10K (6.2 miles) through the trails and roads of Hawthorn Park, a beautiful setting for a fall run. There is also a 1-mile fun run/walk for youth and adults. You can view the course map here. LocationHawthorn Park6067 E Old Maple Ave.Terre Haute, IN 47803Race Day Schedule8-9:20 a.m. — Race day packet pick up/Race day registration9:30 a.m. — 1 Mile Run/Walk starts10:10 a.m. — 10K starts RegistrationOnline registration through November 8th at 11:59P to guarantee shirt. There will be race day registration available, but with no guarantee of a shirt.  Awards will be given; including overall awards, age group awards, and walker awards. Awards are based on 5-year age groups. And please remember: IF YOU ARE SIGNED UP AS A WALKER, PLEASE DO NOT RUN! We have competitive walkers who work hard and it wouldn’t be fair for a someone to run part of the race and beat out a competitive walker who walked the complete event. The 1 Mile runners and walkers will receive a fi

NCAA Cross Country Festival Mile Be part of a one-time celebration as Terre Haute hosts the 2026 NCAA Division I Cross Country Championships! On Friday, November 20, join runners and visitors from across the country for the NCAA Cross Country Festival Mile, the official kickoff to an exciting championship weekend. Whether you're chasing a fast mile, enjoying a casual run, or making memories with family and friends, there's an event for everyone. Race Schedule 6:00 PM – Men's 1 Mile 6:20 PM – Women's 1 Mile 6:40 PM – Kids & Family 1 Mile Run/Walk Festival Hours 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM The Festival Mile is part of a special Championship Festival created to welcome the thousands of athletes, coaches, families, and fans visiting Terre Haute for the NCAA Championships. Throughout the evening, enjoy a lively downtown atmosphere featuring: Food trucks and local restaurantsVendor booths and local businessesLive DJ and musicLights, entertainment, and interactive activitiesFamily-friendly funA high-energy celebration welcoming visitors from across the nati This is a special one-time event celebrating Terre Haute's opportunity to host one of collegiate running's premier championships. With an expected 10,000+ visitors in town for the weekend, there has never been a better time to experience the excitement, race through the heart of Championship City, and help kick off an unforgettable weekend. Whether you're competing for a personal best or simply joining the fun, come celebrate with us and be part of this unique championship experience!

10th Annual Terre Haute Turkey Trot November 23rd, 2023 Come run, walk, and feed the hungry at the Terre Haute Turkey Trot! The Terre Haute Turkey Trot is a fun family friendly 5k race and 1 mile fun run near Downtown Terre Haute. Partial proceeds and all canned foods will be given to our local soup kitchens and food pantries so that they can help feed the hungry! So come burn the calories before you settle down for those delicious Thanksgiving meals and help those less fortunate than yourself have a great meal on Thanksgiving. We will deliver all donations to our local charities after the race.

The 2026 Christmas in the Park, sponsored by Chick-fil-A, will be held on December 5, 2026 at Deming Park. This race benefits Clothe a Child with 50% of the proceeds going to the organization. This race includes a 5K run/walk option for adults and youth, and a 1-mile Reindeer Romp for youth. The Reindeer Romp will start at 9:40 a.m. with the 5K starting after that. The deadline to register and receive a t-shirt is Sunday, November 29th at 11:59P. Packet pick up will take place the morning of the race at the Torner Center inside Deming Park. Race Day Awards:Awards will be given; including overall awards, age group awards, and walker awards. Awards are based on 5-year age groups. And please remember: IF YOU ARE SIGNED UP AS A WALKER, PLEASE DO NOT RUN! We have competitive walkers who work hard and it wouldn’t be fair for a someone to run part of the race and beat out a competitive walker who walked the complete event.

Bring yourself or your sweetheart for our 11th annual fun Valentine's Day Run benefiting the Vigo County YMCA's annual campaign and scholarships for our youth program. We will have pre-race packet pickup on Friday, February 12th from 5:00 pm- 6:30 pm. Race day packet pick-up and registration will occur from 8:30 am-9:45 am. Both of these activities will take place at the Vigo County YMCA. Online registration closes at 11:59pm on Friday the 12th.We will have race day sign ups available. You can drop off your child ( 6 weeks to 12 years) at the child watch from 8:30 am until the race ends. .Our overall awards will be presented too: -Fastest Couple - Fastest Male- Top 3 overall -Fastest Female- Top 3 overall We will also have awards for the top 2 in the following age groups: - Male- 14 and Under -Female- 14 & under -Male 15-19 -Female-15-19 -Male- 20-29 -Female-20-29 -Male-30-39 -Female- 30-39 -Male-40-49 -Female- 40-49 -Male-50-59 -Female- 50-59 -Male-60+ -Female- 60+ The fastest couple awards will be calculated by taking the total time of both individuals. The race director will consider refunds but are not promised up until 2 weeks before the event. Refunds will not be eligible 2 weeks or less before the event as many of the race materials are brought and paid for this event benefits a not for profit.

Steel Dynamics Inc presents a Springtime Gravel race with fabulous views of well-known attractions like Garbage Mountain (the local dump) both out and inbound, ride by many pork and turkey farms, and over Numerous train tracks in this Lil more than a Metric long course. There will also be a medium-length course that cuts off the final loop at the Sag stop.  This will be an all-weather event (barring serious weather) so dress accordingly.  The course is a mix of chunky gravel, dirt roads, a bit of pavement, a few hills, and probably lots of mud.  There will be timing/placing for the top 3 in each class, course marshals, and signs to mark the route.  GPS devices ARE advised and course route files are available on RideWithGPS.  You will find yourself in the middle of Nowhere, Indiana.  Often. Races will be a mass start at Griffin Bike Park and finish at Griffin Bike Park.  $40 Pre-registration  until April 25th. $50 through April 26th $60 Day of Entry. Your entry is a donation to Griffin

Established in 2006, the Hawthorn Half Day Relay & Ultra is a one-of-a-kind endurance event welcoming runners and walkers of all levels. In 2026, we’re proud to celebrate our 20th anniversary—and we’d love for you to be part of it! Choose between a 6-hour or 12-hour race, both starting at 7:00 a.m. Participants compete on a scenic 5K loop of trail and road. To ensure every lap counts, a ½-mile short course will be available during the final 30 minutes of the race. Race Categories 6-Hour: Solo or Teams of 312-Hour: Solo, Teams of 2, or Teams of 3–6 Whether you’re running solo, walking laps, or relaying with friends, there’s a category for you. The Course & Runners VillageEvery loop brings you through Runners Village, where you’ll have a designated space for your tent, crew, and gear. You’ll also pass Race Headquarters, fully stocked with cold drinks, snacks, and essentials to keep you fueled all day. Campgrounds along the course will be open for optional camping and include rest