Fair on the Square Half Marathon & 5K

  • Date Sat 6th September 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Danville, Indiana
  • Price Free - $98.44
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 5km

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Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of running and fun at the Fair on the Square Half Marathon & 5K, taking place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, in the charming town of Danville, Hendricks. This vibrant event kicks off the Annual Fair on the Square Fall Festival, inviting runners and spectators alike to enjoy a festive atmosphere filled with traditional small-town vendors, crafts, delicious food, and unique offerings that are sure to bring a smile to your face.

Runners will tackle one of the most scenic half marathon courses in the Indianapolis metro area, with the half marathon starting at 8:00 AM and the 5K following shortly after at 8:15 AM. Participants can look forward to a variety of exciting features, including chip timing, music, age group awards, and custom trophies. Every finisher will receive a stunning medal, with different designs for the half marathon and 5K. Plus, enjoy complimentary frozen treats, a free beer for those 21 and over, and the chance to snag a one-of-a-kind Fair on the Square Magic Tech Shirt if you register by August 6th. With free parking and plenty of water stations along the route, this event promises to be a remarkable

Organiser's Description

THE FAIR ON THE SQUARE HALF MARATHON & 5K PRESENTED BY HENDRICKS REGIONAL HEALTH IS LOCATED ON THE BEAUTIFUL COURTHOUSE SQUARE IN DANVILLE. OUR EVENT KICKS OFF THE ANNUAL FAIR ON THE SQUARE FALL FESTIVAL ALLOWING RUNNERS TO ENJOY THE FESTIVITIES AND FESTIVAL OFFERING FROM TRADITIONAL SMALL-TOWN VENDORS. CRAFTS, FOODS, APPAREL AND ONE-OF-A-KIND OFFERINGS WILL MAKE YOU SMILE. THE COURTHOUSE SQUARE IS SO UNIQUE THAT HOLLYWOOD FILMED THE FALL FESTIVAL FOR THE MOVIE MAYBERRY THE WEEK PRIOR TO OUR EVENT IN 2019. JOIN US; IT IS WORTH THE TRIP.



SOME OF THE GREAT FEATURES OF FAIR ON THE SQUARE EVENT:

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ONE OF THE MOST COUNTRY-SCENIC HALF MARATHON COURSES YOU CAN RUN IN THE INDIANAPOLIS METRO AREA

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FAIR FESTIVAL AT THE FINISH LINE!

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WATER STATIONS EVERY 2 MILES

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CHIP TIMING SYSTEM (HALF MARATHON & 5K)

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MUSIC AT THE START/FINISH

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AGE GROUP WINNER AWARDS/PRIZES AND OVERALL AWARDS (HALF MARATHON & 5K = CUSTOM TROPHIES & PINT GLASSES)

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FAIR ON THE SQUARE MEDALS FOR ALL FINISHERS DIFFERENT MEDALS FOR THE HALF MARATHON & 5K!

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*NEW FAIR ON THE SQUARE MAGIC TECH SHIRTS - COOLEST MAGIC SHIRTS EVER (MUST REGISTER BY AUGUST 6TH FOR A MAGIC SHIRT GUARANTEE).

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FREE FINISHER PHOTOS

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FREE BEER (21+)

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FREE FROZEN SWEET TREAT PLUS OTHER TASTY TREATS!

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FREE PARKING

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PORTALETS AT EVERY ODD MILE

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HALF MARATHON STARTS AT 8:00AM

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5K STARTS AT 8:15AM



PACKET PICK-UP AND EVENT SCHEDULE

FRIDAY (SEPT. 5)- EARLY PACKET PICKUP:

* 4:00 - 6:00 PM at on the Courthouse Square at the intersection of Marion and Washington Streets.
* NOTE: This is the same location as the Start/Finish Line Area
* Picking up for others Yes, we allow packet pickup for others.


SATURDAY - RACE DAY! (SEPT. 6)

6:30 - 8:00 AM PACKET PICKUP AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION (NOTE: RACE DAY PICKUP IS LOCATED BY THE START/FINISH LOCATION ON THE COURTHOUSE SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF MARION AND WASHINGTON STREETS)
8:00 AM = HALF MARATHON START
8:15 AM = 5K
9:30 AM = 5K AWARDS LOCATED AT THE PHOTO BACKDROP NEXT TO THE HENDRICKS REGIONAL HEALTH TENT
10:30 AM = HALF MARATHON AWARDS - SAME LOCATION AS ABOVE

Races

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $8.45 Fee & Magic Tech Shirt

    Sat 6th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $98.44

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $5.65 Fee & Magic Tech Shirt

    Sat 6th September 2025 (8:15AM EDT)

    $50.64

  • Half Marathon Pacer (Unavailable to the Public)

    Incl. Magic Tech Shirt

    Sat 6th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    Free

    Contact Todd with CRRG for Info

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Location

Court House Grounds, South Washington St, Danville, 46122, IN, United States

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