49th Annual Flotilla Road Races
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
Run or walk around beautiful Lake Wawasee on July 4th and support the Milford Food Bank. Awards for top finishers and age groups.
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Festive
- For a Cause
Scenic
Competitive
Festive
For a CauseGreat for
- Faith & Community
- Masters (40+)
Faith & Community
Masters (40+)Join the 49th Annual Flotilla Road Races in Syracuse, Indiana, on July 4, 2026. This event offers 3.3 and 8-mile options, inviting runners and walkers to enjoy the beautiful scenery around Lake Wawasee. Beyond the race, your participation supports the Milford Food Bank, a non-profit dedicated to addressing food insecurity in the Michana area. It's an opportunity to challenge yourself, earn awards, and contribute to a meaningful cause while celebrating the holiday.
What to expect
- Run or walk 3.3 or 8 miles around scenic Lake Wawasee.
- Compete for awards across overall, masters, and age group divisions.
- Pre-register by June 30th to guarantee a commemorative t-shirt.
Standout details
- Supports Milford Food Bank
- Scenic course around Lake Wawasee
- Awards for multiple divisions
- Early bib and t-shirt pickup
Course feel
A practical read on terrain, elevation, footing, and typical conditions.
Steady Effort
Typical course trends
- Typically flat
Distances & registration
2 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
3.3 Miles
1 option · closes Jul 2, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
2mo 2d 23h 16m left3.3 Mile
Closes Jul 2, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $32.80
8 Miles
1 option · closes Jul 2, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
2mo 2d 23h 16m left8.0 Mile Run
Closes Jul 2, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $32.80
Built from public event details. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official event page before signing up.
From the organizer
About Flotilla Road Races
Come run or walk the 49th Annual Running of the Flotilla Road Races on Saturday, July 4, 2026! The event helps sponsor the Milford Food Bank (MFB), a faith-based non-profit located in Milford, Indiana. MFB provides bulk food to organizations in the Michana area who care for and serve those facing food insecurity; they believe no one should go hungry. The Flotilla Road races consist of a 3.3 and 8 mile run around beautiful Lake Wawasee in Syracuse, Indiana.
Registration
There are three registration periods for both races, each with different price points. Pre-registration will close at 11:59pm on Thursday, July 2, 2026. Day of Registration will close at 7:45am race morning to ensure the race starts on time.
$30 for those who pre-register on or before June 12th
$35 for those who pre-register on or before July 2 (after June 12)
$40 for those who register day of.
Awards & Prizes
Every runner who pre-registers by June 30th will be guaranteed a t-shirt. Any registrations received after June 30th will be first come, first serve on race day. Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Masters, and top 3 per age division will receive prizes in each race. Divisions will be gender based and consist of the following age groups:
12 & Under
13-15
16-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70 & Over
Bib & T-Shirt Early Pickup
On the evening before race day, you will be able to pick up your bib number and T-shirt to avoid the lines on race day! On Friday, July 3rd, we will be onsite to allow you to grab your items before race morning. The time for pickup will be announced soon. The site for pickup is 1013 N Long Dr, Syracuse, IN 46567. This allows you to show up on race day ready to run, which also helps race day lines. During this time on July 3rd, we are allowing in-person registration.
Race Day Agenda
7:00 AM - Check In and Day-Of Registration Opens
7:45 AM - Day of Registration Closes
8:00 AM - All races start
(approx) 9:15 AM - Awards Ceremony for 3.3M (8.0M Awards to follow)
Questions?
Please call or text the Race Director, Brian Shepherd, at 260-894-4638 .