Hit the Bricks Run/Walk

Sat, Oct 3, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Zionsville Town Hall, 1100 West Oak Street, Zionsville, IN 46077
Type: Run

At a glance

Experience Zionsville's historic charm and support local youth programs at this long-standing community 5K run and walk.

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For a Cause

Join the Zionsville Optimist Club for their 43rd annual Hit the Bricks 5K Run & Walk. This long-standing Boone County tradition offers a 5K race/walk and a leisurely, untimed 3K walk. The course winds through Zionsville’s historic downtown and incorporates sections of the Rail Trail, showcasing the town's charm. Participation directly supports the Optimist Club's mission to fund vital youth programs and local charities in the community.

What to expect

Enjoy a 5K run or walk through Zionsville's historic downtown and along the Rail Trail.
Opt for a leisurely, untimed 3K walk to soak in the beautiful surroundings.

From the organizer

The Zionsville Optimist Club is proud to announce the 43rd annual Hit the Bricks 5K Run & Walk on Saturday, September 27! We’ve had 42 consecutive years with no rain, and are the longest continuing event in Boone County!

This year’s event features the usual 5K race/walk, utilizing elements of Zionsville’s Rail Trail and also looping through the historic downtown area, before returning to the start/finish at the Town Hall. Additionally we will have a 3K walk (Not timed) for those wanting a more leisurely stroll through beautiful Zionsville.

Established in 1981, the Zionsville Optimist Club is a local chapter of Optimist International (optimist.org). Our motto is “Friend of Youth”. Please help us fund important programs for youth in our community. The Zionsville Optimist Club is well known for their support of local youth and other local charities.