Calumet Park Light the Darkness 5K run
Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
- Distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk for a vital cause at this 5K dedicated to suicide prevention, featuring competitive awards in Merrillville.
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Competitive
For a CauseGreat for
- Beginner Friendly
Beginner FriendlyJoin the 9th annual Calumet Park Light the Darkness 5K in Merrillville, Indiana, a meaningful walk/run dedicated to suicide prevention. This event offers a supportive atmosphere for participants to contribute to a vital cause. Runners can look forward to a competitive edge with awards for top overall finishers, age group winners across many categories, and special recognition for Clydesdale and Athena participants. It's an opportunity to run with purpose and support community well-being.
What to expect
- Support suicide prevention efforts with every step.
From the organizer
CALUMET PARK CEMETERY'S 9th Annual 5K Walk/Run 2305 West 73rd Avenue (corner of 73rd and Taft) Merrillville, IN. 46410
WALK/RUN FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION Check in at 7:00 a.m. Event starting time at 8:00 a.m.
Pre-registration fee - $25
Race Day registration fee - $30
Awards:
Awards will be presented to the top overall male, top overall female, top male 40 and over, top female 40 and over, and the top 3 males and top 3 females in the following age categories: 8 and under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+. Awards will also be presented to the top Clydesdale (Men 210 LBS and over) and top Athena (Women 170 LBS and over) for those participants that choose to participate in this category. Those who choose to participate in the Clydesdale/Athena category are not elIgible for overall and age group awards.
Guest Speaker: TBD Go to www.runsignup.com to register or call 219-769-8803 for info.
Awards