The Indy Run Down
A monthly roundup of all things running in and around Indianapolis.
I love running, so I’m putting together this list of running related events - races, film premiers, new run clubs, safety talks, seminars, really anything a runner may love. This is shared in the monthly newsletter, “The Huddle”, and on social media @teamaverageathlete.
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This month’s IndyRunDown is powered by Christi Dee of @this_blonde _runs - coach, author, and elite-level cheerleader for runners everywhere.
Sunday, May 17
🌸 Parks and Petals 5K. 8:30am in Noblesville. The event takes place the same weekend as the Indiana Peony Festival, making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy the blooming peonies throughout the area and take part in the many festivities happening around town. The Parks and Petals 5K is a Walk, Run, Jog Event hosted by the Noblesville Parks Foundation. This is a fundraising event, and all proceeds will go towards the future support of Noblesville Parks and Recreation.
Wednesday, May 20
🧑🎓 Athletic Annex University: Proper Fueling and Nutrition. 6:00 pm 30-45 min run/walk from Athletic Annex Carmel. 7:00 pm 20 min presentation and Q/A.
Lindsay Langford is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and a board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) at Ascension St. Vincent Sports Performance (ASVSP) in Indianapolis, IN. Through her 18 years at ASVSP, she has served as the team dietitian for the Indianapolis Colts, Indiana Pacers, Indiana Fever, US Soccer Womens National Team and more. She currently works with all athletes and active individuals within Indianapolis, along with serving as team dietitian for Marian University and
Cincinnati Bengals.
🏃 Ladies Night with Altra at Fleet Feet. 6:30pm at Fleet Feet Greenwood. Check out the latest from Altra during ladies night!
Thursday, May 21
🏃 Third Thursday with Emma Grace Hurley. 6:00pm at Fleet Feet Broad Ripple. Celebrate Third Thursday in Broad Ripple with Emma Grace Hurley!
Friday, May 22
👟 Athletic Annex, Last day to donate your shoes. Turn your old pair into $10! Each old pair of shoes you donate will save you $10* on a single new pair of shoes, from April 22nd through May 22nd! Let’s keep those old shoes out of the landfill this Earth Day!
Saturday, May 23
🏃 Pirate Cat 5K. 10:30am at Big Lug Canteen in Indianapolis. Grab your eyepatch, lace up your running shoes, and join us for the most paws-itively adventurous 5K on the high seas! Whether you’re a speedy sea captain or a laid-back landlubber, the Pirate Cat 5K is a swashbuckling good time for runners, walkers, and little pirates alike. Finish with a Ice Cold Pirate Cat porter from Big Lug :) Run/Walk all while Supporting FACE Low-Cost Animal Clinic.
Monday, May 25
🏃 The GIANT 5K Memorial Day Moto Run/Walk. 8:00am in Indianapolis. Come join the cadets from Ben Davis High School Marine Corps JROTC in a non-timed 5k moto-run/walk. Before we start, we will have service to honor our fallen service members at 0800.
Thursday, May 28
🧑🎓Athletic Annex University: Level Up. Step up your training. 6:00 pm- 30-45 min run/walk from Annex. | 7:00 pm- 20 min presentation and Q/A | 7:30 pm- Graduation Social at Upland Brewing. Jeremy Wilson from VQ Labs- DEXA scans, sweat tests, VO2 max testing
Saturday, May 30
🌲DINO Trail Run Series - Brown County. 15K or 5K at Brown County State Park. This is the only course this year with mile-long climbs and downhills - much different than the other races in the series. The course starts uphill for the first mile before flattening a bit. The 5k heads back downhill for a mile-long downhill to the finish. 15k will make a left turn that sends runners onto a loop containing several long climbs and descents. 15k will finish with the same long downhill as the 5k.
🍺 Indiana Brewery Running Series - Guggman Haus Brewing . 11:00am start from Guggman Haus Brewing in Indianapolis. Start and finish the 5K-ish course from the taproom. No pressure, no timing - just movement, community and a refreshing craft beer waiting for you at the finish line. This event benefits Joy's House.
🏃 Phelan Fast 5K. 8:30am at Conner Prairie in Fishers. All proceeds from the event will benefit Phelan-McDermid Syndrome. The scenic 5K route will take you through Conner Prairie on a well marked route. Strollers welcome! Please no pets.
🏃 Pennsy Run Club 1 Mile Time Trial. 10am. Hancock Annex Lot - 111 American Legion Plaza, Greenfield. Hosted by Energy2Action. Come see how fast you can run a mile with this official time clock mile time trial!
June 2026
Wednesday, June 3
🏃 Athletic Annex Global Running Day Celebration. 5:30pm at Athletic Annex Nora. Enjoy free entry, live music from My Yellow Rickshaw, a food truck, and much more. Come run, move, and celebrate with the community!
Saturday, June 6
🏃 Hancock Half Marathon & 5K. 8:00am at Depot Street Park in Greenfield, Indiana. Celebrate National Trails Day on June 6, 2026 with a run through the heart of Hancock County! This is the second annual Park to Park Hancock Half Marathon and 5K, running the paved trails which connect several scenic parks in Greenfield, Indiana.
Sunday, June 7
🏃 Divas Indianapolis Half Marathon. 7:00 AM at White River State Park in Indianapolis. Women only. From coast to coast, tiara to tiara, the Diva’s® Half Marathon & 5K Series is empowering women to shine, stride by stride! With glam on the course, feather boas, sparkling tiaras, and thousands of fierce, fabulous runners, this isn’t just a race … it’s a celebration of strength, sisterhood, and self-love. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just soaking up the sparkle, grab your girls and join the movement. You’ve got this, Diva!
July 2026
Friday, June 5
🌲 MoMoFo 100K. Starts on June 5 at 7 PM and has a 20 hour limit, finishing on Saturday June 6 at 3PM. Situated in Indiana’s beautiful Morgan Monroe State Forest, this evening-start event will have plenty to offer throughout the night with its old growth forests, natural rock formations, lakes, and creeks. Oh, and did we mention the hills? With about 8,500 feet of climbing—yes, over 8.5k of climbing!—in addition to southern Indiana’s typical summertime heat and humidity, this race is tougher than you’d think. Comprised of 85% single track, 11% forest service road, and 4% paved road (but with a generous cutoff time of 20 hours), we assure you that you won’t be disappointed.
Saturday, June 6
🌲MoMoFo 20 mile "fun run". Starts on Saturday, June 6 at 8:30 AM and have a 6.5 hour limit and also finish at 3PM Saturday June 6 in Morgan Monroe State Forest. If you aren’t quite up for the full 100km we have a 20 mile loop for you to “enjoy”. This run will start Saturday June 6 at 8:30am. You will have a SUPER generous 6 hours and 30 minutes to complete one loop. This is the same loop as the 100k folks with the same unbelievable support at each aid station.
August 2026
September 2026
Saturday, September 19
🏃 Arsenal 5k Run/Walk. 9:00am start at Arsenal Tech's Campus in Indianapolis. Since its inception in 2000, the Arsenal 5K Run/Walk has donated more than $65,000 in college scholarships to Near Eastside high school seniors, and has recently begun awarding funds to extracurricular clubs at Arsenal Technical High School. This volunteer-organized, family-friendly, fun 5K Run/Walk takes place on the beautiful, historic campus of IPS Arsenal Technical High School and aims to combine health, history and a sense of community. First-time 5k runners, young runners and children are encouraged to participate. It is a casual, mixed-terrain 5k course (asphalt, concrete, brick, grass, gravel). Race starts at 9:00 a.m., and on-site registration and bib pickup start at 8:00 a.m. Use code "Average" for $5 off adult registration
October 2026
Saturday, October 17
🏃 Outlast - One 5K. Every Hour. For 6 Hours. 9:00am start at CERA Sports Park & Campground in Columbus, IN. OUTLAST is a 6-hour trail endurance challenge where runners complete a 5K every hour, on the hour. Each lap must be finished within the hour to stay in the event. If you finish early, you rest until the next round. Miss a lap, and you’re out.