Lead the Way Race Day 2026 - presented by First Savings Bank

  • Date Sat 2nd May 2026
  • Time 8:10AM EDT
  • Location Corydon, Indiana
  • Price $6.30 - $27.50
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 1 Mile, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Lead the Way Race Day 2026 on Saturday, May 2nd, taking place at the Fairgrounds in Corydon, Harrison! This vibrant event invites runners of all ages to kick off Derby Day by participating in a variety of races, including competitive mile races with prize money, a community mile race, youth races, and a scenic 5K.

The 5K course promises to be a highlight, featuring a loop that showcases the beautiful Indian Creek Trail and historic downtown Corydon. Runners will tackle a challenging hill and enjoy a picturesque creekside stretch, all while racing past the first state capitol. With awards for the top three finishers in the men’s and women’s competitive mile races, plus unique engraved "julep" glasses and Derby Day roses for age group winners, there’s plenty of motivation to lace up those running shoes! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join the community and make lasting memories while staying active.

Organiser's Description

LEAD SPONSOR FIRST SAVINGS BANK [https://www.fsbbank.net/]

BROUGHT TO YOU BY LEADERSHIP HARRISON COUNTY [https://www.leadershipharrisoncounty.org/]

COURSE
Start Derby Day with a few furlongs of your own! Our annual race has a new location and a new format this year! Join us at the Fairgrounds in Corydon for a morning of races on and off the horse track. Options include competitive mile races (with prize money!), a community mile race, youth races, and a community 5k. We're excited about the 5k course, which is a loop from the Fairgrounds, taking in Indian Creek Trail and historic downtown Corydon. It will include one big hill, a bit of gravel, a beautiful creekside trail, and some road running past the first state capitol back to the finish.

AWARDS Top three in the men's and women's competitive mile races will receive $100/$50/$25. Age group winners in other races receive an engraved "julep" glass and a Derby Day rose. Age groups are 0-12, 13-19, 20-39, 40-59, 60-69, and 70+.

FEES Varies by race, with discounts for multiple events. T-shirt optional if registered by April 26th. Children 10 and under may participate in the 5k at no charge if accompanied by a responsible, paying participant. Online registration closes at 11:59pm on Friday, May 1st. Race day registration is available for an extra $5 per race.

COURSE RECORDS
New course this year--come help us establish the records!

COURSE MAP
5k course map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_esfwD_t2LEFk6tqk5me-zHUeLcsz2rz/view?usp=sharing]. Mile races and youth races will be on the crushed limestone horse track at the Fairgrounds.

Races

  • Men's Competitive Mile - Presented by Hey Elmer Print and Design

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex Short-Sleeve Cotton/Poly Blend)

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:10AM EDT)

    $27.50

    CLOSED
    Prize money for top three finishers overall: 1st: $100 2nd: $50 3rd: $25 Open to ages 14+ (on race day). Minors may require parental permission to accept a prize.
  • Community Mile Race - Presented by KORT Physical Therapy

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex Short-Sleeve Cotton/Poly Blend)

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:20AM EDT)

    $11.60

    CLOSED
    Chip timed with official results. No prize money.
  • Youth 1/2 Mile Race - 10 and Under

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex Short-Sleeve Cotton/Poly Blend)

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:45AM EDT)

    $6.30

    CLOSED
    One lap on the horse track! Untimed fun run.
  • Hobby Horse Hundred (100m) - 5 and Under

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex Short-Sleeve Cotton/Poly Blend)

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:50AM EDT)

    $11.60

    CLOSED
    Includes a custom-made hobby horse to keep!
  • Hobby Horse Hundred (100m) - Ages 6-8

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex Short-Sleeve Cotton/Poly Blend)

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:55AM EDT)

    $11.60

    CLOSED
    Includes custom-made hobby horse to keep!
  • Community 5k - Presented by Dr. Black's Eye Associates

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex Short-Sleeve Cotton/Poly Blend)

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:15AM EDT)

    $27.50

    CLOSED
    Come one, come all! A great loop course of Corydon and surrounding areas. Professionally timed with age group and overall awards.

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