Fair on the Square Half Marathon & 5K
- Date Sat 6th September 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Danville, Indiana
- Price Free - $103.69
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Fair on the Square Half Marathon & 5K on Saturday, September 6, 2025, in the charming town of Danville, Hendricks. This exciting event takes place on the picturesque Courthouse Square, which has even been featured in Hollywood films! The Fair on the Square event not only offers a breathtakingly scenic half marathon course but also a vibrant festival atmosphere, celebrating the spirit of small-town vendors with crafts, delicious foods, and unique offerings.
Participants can choose between two exhilarating race distances: the Half Marathon, starting at 8:00 AM, and the 5K, kicking off at 8:15 AM. Runners will enjoy numerous amenities, including water stations every two miles, chip timing, and live music at the start and finish lines. Every finisher will receive a special medal, with custom trophies and pint glasses awarded to age group winners. Plus, you'll be treated to free finisher photos, delicious frozen treats, and even a complimentary beer for those over 21! Don’t miss out on this fantastic fall festival—mark your calendars and register early to secure your spot in this delightful community event!
Participants can choose between two exhilarating race distances: the Half Marathon, starting at 8:00 AM, and the 5K, kicking off at 8:15 AM. Runners will enjoy numerous amenities, including water stations every two miles, chip timing, and live music at the start and finish lines. Every finisher will receive a special medal, with custom trophies and pint glasses awarded to age group winners. Plus, you'll be treated to free finisher photos, delicious frozen treats, and even a complimentary beer for those over 21! Don’t miss out on this fantastic fall festival—mark your calendars and register early to secure your spot in this delightful community event!
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 (REGISTER NOW - BEFORE SIZES START SELLING OUT).
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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
*
PORTALETS AT EVERY ODD MILE
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HALF MARATHON STARTS AT 8:00AM
*
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
SOME OF THE GREAT FEATURES OF FAIR ON THE SQUARE EVENT:
*
ONE OF THE MOST COUNTRY-SCENIC HALF MARATHON COURSES YOU CAN RUN IN THE INDIANAPOLIS METRO AREA
*
FAIR FESTIVAL AT THE FINISH LINE!
*
WATER STATIONS EVERY 2 MILES
*
CHIP TIMING SYSTEM (HALF MARATHON & 5K)
*
MUSIC AT THE START/FINISH
*
AGE GROUP WINNER AWARDS/PRIZES AND OVERALL AWARDS (HALF MARATHON & 5K = CUSTOM TROPHIES & PINT GLASSES)
*
FAIR ON THE SQUARE MEDALS FOR ALL FINISHERS DIFFERENT MEDALS FOR THE HALF MARATHON & 5K!
*
*NEW FAIR ON THE SQUARE MAGIC TECH SHIRTS - COOLEST MAGIC SHIRTS EVER (REGISTER NOW - BEFORE SIZES START SELLING OUT).
*
FREE FINISHER PHOTOS
*
FREE BEER (21+)
*
FREE FROZEN SWEET TREAT PLUS OTHER TASTY TREATS!
*
FREE PARKING
*
PORTALETS AT EVERY ODD MILE
*
HALF MARATHON STARTS AT 8:00AM
*
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
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Half Marathon
Incl. $8.70 Fee & Magic Tech Shirt
Sat 6th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$103.69
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $5.89 Fee & Magic Tech Shirt
Sat 6th September 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$54.88
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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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