Reason for the Season Run

Saturday, November 28, 2026
8:30 AM CST
DeMotte, Indiana
$22.20 · 2 races
5km

Starts in 14 days

Event summary

Join us for the delightful Reason for the Season Run on Saturday, November 28, 2026, in the charming town of DeMotte, Jasper! This festive event features a 5K run and walk, kicking off at 8:30 AM, with registration opening at 7:30 AM. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to get active, participants of all ages and abilities are welcome to join in the celebration. Plus, there’s a free kids run at 9:30 AM following the awards ceremony!

Get ready to enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit, as each participant receives a long sleeve tech shirt and a chance to indulge in delicious treats after crossing the finish line. With timing mats and chip timing for accurate results, runners can focus on their performance while enjoying water stations and clear directional signs along the route. Proceeds from this event will support the Backpack Program for students in need, ensuring that children have access to nutritious food over the weekends. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to run for a great cause—register by November 14 to secure your shirt and be part of this heartwarming Thanksgiving tradition!

Races

  • 5k Run

    Closes in 1 week

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & Long Sleeve Tech Shirt

    8:30 AM CST

    $22.20

    Register
  • 5k Walk

    Closes in 1 week

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & Long Sleeve Tech Shirt

    8:30 AM CST

    $22.20

    Register

Organiser's description

5K RUN & WALK

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2026



REGISTRATION: OPENS AT 7:30 A.M.

5K : 8:30 AM START TIME.

FREE KIDS RUN AT 9:30 AM (FOLLOWING AWARDS)

CLICK ON "GIVE AWAY" TO SELECT YOUR T-SHIRT SIZE



We are happy to continue our Thanksgiving Weekend tradition of the Reason for the Season 5k.
We are going back to a single start time at 8:30 am. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome to join us!

Participants will pick up their race packet (which still includes a festive long sleeve tech shirt), starting at 7:30 am.

After crossing the finish line, participants can grab a treat! And we will have our awards ceremony again this year!

RACE FEATURES INCLUDE:

* Event Long Sleeve Tech Shirt

* Timing mats at the Starting Line and Chip Timing for Finish Results by T&H Timing

* All turns will have directional signs

* Water station on the course

* Treats following the race!

* Age Group Awards.



PROCEEDS FROM THIS 5K WILL SUPPORT THE BACKPACK PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS OF KVSC. THE BACKPACK PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO MEET THE NEEDS OF HUNGRY CHILDREN AT TIMES WHEN OTHER RESOURCES ARE NOT AVAILABLE, ESPECIALLY ON WEEKENDS. QUALIFIED STUDENTS ARE SELECTED BY TEACHERS AND ADMINISTRATORS AND SENT HOME EVERY FRIDAY WITH A BACKPACK FULL OF NUTRITIOUS, KID-FRIENDLY FOOD.



PRICE INCREASE ON NOVEMBER 14, so sign up before that date to guarantee your shirt!

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Location

American Reformed Church, 1021 S. Halleck Street, DeMotte, 46310, IN, United States

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