500 Festival Running Events

  • Date Sat 7th February 2026
  • Time 7:00AM EST
  • Location Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Price $38.85 - $188.70
  • Races 7 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 5km, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the 500 Festival Running Events, taking place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, in the vibrant city of Indianapolis, Marion. This event features the renowned IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, which has become a staple in the running community for over two decades. Celebrated as one of the nation's largest half marathons, this iconic race has earned accolades from Runners World and USAToday, making it a must-attend for both seasoned athletes and enthusiastic beginners alike.

Join more than 20,000 participants as they flood the streets of Indianapolis for β€œThe Greatest Spectacle in Running” during the exciting Indy Mini Weekend. The race features a flat and fast course, enhanced by the support of thousands of cheerful volunteers and over 50 entertainment acts. One highlight of the race is a thrilling 2.5-mile lap around the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where runners often pause to kiss the Yard of Bricks, embracing a cherished race-day tradition. As we celebrate the 50th running of the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible legacy on May 2, 2026. Lace up your running shoes and join in

Organiser's Description

Indianapolis is known for its love of speed, sport, and big events, and the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon is no exception. For over 20 years, this iconic race has earned its place as one of the nations largest half marathons, even making Runners Worlds list of America's Most Iconic Races and USAToday's 10Best Half Marathon.

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

  • IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon

    Incl. $8.25 Fee & Mini-Marathon Shirt Size

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $83.25

  • Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K

    Incl. $3.85 Fee & 5K Shirt Size

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:00AM EDT)

    $38.85

  • Mini Maniac Challenge

    Incl. $17.05 Fee & Mini Maniac Shirt Size

    Sat 7th February 2026 (7:30AM EST)

    $172.05

    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. $14.30 Fee & Mega Mini Shirt Size

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:00AM EDT)

    $144.30

    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. $18.70 Fee & Greatest Spectacle Challenge Shirt Size

    Sat 7th February 2026 (7:00AM EST)

    $188.70

    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. $6.60 Fee & Miler Series Shirt Size

    Sat 7th February 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    $66.60

    February 2026: 3-Miler March 2026: 6-Miler April 2026: 10-Miler
  • 500 Festival Virtual Miler Series, Presented by OrthoIndy

    Incl. $5.50 Fee & Virtual Miler Series Shirt Size

    $55.50

    Can'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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