Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Indianapolis

Sat, May 16, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT

Location: Indianapolis, IN; Douglas Trailhead, 6000 N Post Road, 46216
Type: RUN

At a glance

A welcoming, family-friendly event in Indianapolis offering multiple distances, great swag, and a fun local vibe for all runners.

Great for

Family Friendly
Kids & Youth
Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, families

Join the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k in Indianapolis for a community-focused event designed for all ages and paces. This run local-themed gathering promises a delightful experience with great swag, including a designer shirt and custom medal. Enjoy chip-timing, live results, and awards for competitive runners, along with pacers for the half marathon. Free photos and delicious treats at the finish line add to the welcoming atmosphere, making it a memorable day for friends and family alike. A virtual option is also available.

What to expect

Enjoy a designer shirt, custom finisher medal, and free race photos.
Benefit from chip-timing, live results, awards, and pacers for the half marathon.
Celebrate at the finish line with delicious treats.

Standout details

Designer shirt & custom medal
Free race photos
Pacers for the half marathon
Youth pricing for 5k/10k (12 & Under)

Perks & features

Medal
Swag Included

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Distances & registration

7 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, May 16, 7:00 AM EDT · From $25.98
Opens Feb 26, 2024, 11:31 AM EST · Closes May 16, 2026, 3:15 AM EDT
3.1 Miles
Sat, May 16, 7:00 AM EDT · From $38.28
Opens Oct 21, 2024, 2:00 AM EDT · Closes Feb 9, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
6.2 Miles
Sat, May 16, 7:00 AM EDT · From $38.28
Opens Sep 2, 2024, 2:00 AM EDT · Closes Feb 9, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

+ 4 more options

13.1 Miles
Sat, May 16, 7:00 AM EDT · From $62.28
Opens Oct 20, 2024, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Nov 17, 2025, 6:59 PM EST
Kid's Dash
Sat, May 16, 7:00 AM EDT · From $20.83
Opens Sep 2, 2024, 2:00 AM EDT · Closes May 16, 2026, 3:15 AM EDT
Volunteer Then Run
Sat, May 16, 7:00 AM EDT · From $20.83
Opens Sep 2, 2024, 2:00 AM EDT · Closes May 16, 2026, 3:15 AM EDT
Virtual Run
Sat, May 16, 7:00 AM EDT · From $46.28
Opens Sep 2, 2024, 2:00 AM EDT · Closes May 16, 2026, 3:15 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

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The course

Flat
Walkers welcome

From the organizer

Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes -

Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal

Chip-timing with live results and awards

Pacers for the half marathon

Free photos

Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line

Plenty of fun!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!

Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

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