Dogwood 5K
Date
Sat, Apr 24, 2027, 8:00 AM EDTRace options
3 distancesTap any distance below for fee tiers and close dates.
Quick take
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with a festive 5K along the scenic Monon South Trail, complete with a patriotic outfit contest.
Best for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Race options
Distances & registration
3 optionsTap a distance to see fee tiers and close dates.
5K
2 options · closes Apr 24, 2027, 6:50 AM EDT
11mo 19d 7h 41m leftRun
Closes Apr 24, 2027, 6:50 AM EDT · From $20.00
Walk
Closes Apr 24, 2027, 4:50 AM EDT · From $20.00
50 Yards
closes Apr 24, 2027, 5:00 AM EDT
11mo 19d 5h 51m leftKids Fun Run
Closes Apr 24, 2027, 5:00 AM EDT · From $0.00
Race feel
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
FestiveJoin the Dogwood 5K, a vibrant part of the annual Orleans Dogwood Festival. This year, the event celebrates America's 250th birthday, inviting participants to run or walk in their favorite red, white, and blue attire. The course winds along the scenic Monon South Trail, offering a lovely setting for all. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or a leisurely morning with loved ones, it's a wonderful opportunity to celebrate community, fitness, and freedom.
What to expect
- Run or walk the 5K along the scenic Monon South Trail.
- Join the Children's Fun Run for younger participants.
- Dress in patriotic attire for a chance to win a prize.
Standout details
- Part of annual Dogwood Festival
- Celebrates America's 250th birthday
- Patriotic outfit contest
- Scenic Monon South Trail
Past results at a glance
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
Based on past public results. Helpful context, not a prediction.
Selected year + distance
24 finishers in 5K
Ranked by gun time when available
Very small finish count here - use this as loose context, not a race-day expectation.
Crowd
Small field
24 5K finishers. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
56:36
Middle-of-pack benchmark using gun time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 40:32.
People mix
More women
About 63% women and 21% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2026, this looks like a small field: 24 finishers in this data set. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 56:36. The quicker front of the field averaged about 40:32. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Fastest finishers in this file: 40:02 (male) and 38:31 (female).
Show historical award cutoffs1 rows
Cutoff = slowest posted time still inside the top finishers for a division.
| Division | Gender | Top N | Cutoff | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall observed placement | Unspecified | Top 3 | 43:04 | finish-order sample |
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2026 | 24 | 56:36 | 53:34 | 40:32 | 40:02 / 38:31 |
| 5K | 2026 | 24 | 26:59 | 29:08 | 21:09 | 20:54 / 23:12 |
Last summary update: May 3, 2026
Ready to register?
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
Dogwood 5K – Celebrating America’s 250th! Join us for the Dogwood 5K as part of the annual Orleans Dogwood Festival! This year’s race celebrates America’s 250th birthday, so come ready to run, walk, and celebrate in your Red, White, and Blue.
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The race will start and finish at the Orleans Monon South Trailhead (Corner of Franklin & Jefferson) along the scenic Monon South Trail. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or enjoying a morning walk with friends and family, this event is a fun way to kick off festival day. 🎽 Race Options: 5K Run 5K Walk Children’s Fun Run (starts at 9:00 AM) ⏰ Event Schedule: Registration: 7:00 AM 5K Race Start: 8:00 AM Children’s Fun Run: 9:00 AM Patriotic Spirit Encouraged! In honor of America’s 250th celebration, wear your most patriotic outfit! A prize will be awarded for the best dressed (most patriotic) participant. Bring your family, invite your friends, and celebrate community, fitness, and freedom at this year’s Dogwood 5K!