500 Festival Running Events
- Date Sat 14th February 2026
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Indianapolis, Indiana
- Price $49.95 - $255.30
- Races 7 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km, Ultra
Event summary
Join in the excitement on May 2, 2026, as runners navigate a flat and fast course that features a thrilling 2.5-mile lap around the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the famed Indy 500. With thousands of enthusiastic volunteers and over 50 entertainment acts lining the route, the atmosphere is electric! Runners will cherish the tradition of kissing the Yard of Bricks, adding a special touch to an already monumental race. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a family looking to celebrate together, this event promises a memorable day filled with camaraderie and spirit. Don't miss your chance to be part of this remarkable milestone in running history!
Organiser's Description
Every May, more than 20,000 participants take over the streets of Indy for _The Greatest Spectacle in Running taking place over _Indy Mini Weekend. The race kicks off with a pace car leading each wave, and the flat, fast course is lined with thousands of friendly volunteers and over 50 entertainment acts. One of the best parts a 2.5-mile lap around the world-famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the Indy 500. Many runners stop to kiss the Yard of Bricks, embracing a fun, meaningful race-day tradition.
2026 marks the 50th Running of the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, a race thats seen everything from Olympians like Frank Shorter and Meb Keflezighi to families running and walking together in celebration. Be part of the tradition, and join us on May 2, 2026.
Races
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IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon
Incl. $9.90 Fee & Mini-Marathon Shirt Size
Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$99.90
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Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K
Incl. $4.95 Fee & 5K Shirt Size
Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$49.95
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Mini Maniac Challenge
Incl. $20.35 Fee & Mini Maniac Shirt Size
Sat 14th February 2026 (7:30AM EST)
$205.35
Includes the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and 500 Festival Miler Series, presented by OrthoIndy! February 2026: 3-Miler March 2026: 6-Miler April 2026: 10-Miler May 2, 2026: Indy Mini -
Mega Mini Challenge
Incl. $17.05 Fee & Mega Mini Shirt Size
Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$172.05
Includes the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K! May 2, 2026: 5K and Indy Mini -
Greatest Spectacle Challenge
Incl. $25.30 Fee & Greatest Spectacle Challenge Shirt Size
Sat 14th February 2026 (7:00AM EST)
$255.30
Includes the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K, and 500 Festival Miler Series, presented by OrthoIndy! February 2026: 3-Miler March 2026: 6-Miler April 2026: 10-Miler May 3, 2025: Indy Mini and 5K -
500 Festival Miler Series, Presented by OrthoIndy
Incl. $8.25 Fee & Miler Series Shirt Size
Sat 14th February 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$83.25
February 2026: 3-Miler March 2026: 6-Miler April 2026: 10-Miler -
500 Festival Virtual Miler Series, Presented by OrthoIndy
Incl. $6.60 Fee & Virtual Miler Series Shirt Size
$66.60
CLOSEDCan't join us in person? Complete the 500 Festival Miler Series, presented by OrthoIndy VIRTUALLY!
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Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis, 46204, IN, United States
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