Run Happy 50K (and other happy distances)
- Date Sat 3rd May 2025
- Location North Liberty, Indiana
- Price $32.80 - $48.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances Ultra, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the Run Happy 50K event on Saturday, May 3, 2025, held at the scenic Potato Creek State Park Nature Center in North Liberty, Indiana. This inclusive and joyful gathering welcomes runners and walkers of all skill levels, making it a perfect day out for families looking to enjoy the great outdoors together. With an array of "happy" distances to choose from, you can challenge yourself with the 50K, tackle the half marathon, or opt for a 10K or 5K distance, all on clearly marked and well-maintained trails.
The event kicks off at 8:00 am for the 50K runners, followed by the half marathon at 8:15 am, the 10K at 8:30 am, and the 5K at 8:45 am. Participants will navigate a 10K loop, with each distance requiring a varying number of laps to complete. Whether you are an experienced trail runner or trying out a trail run for the first time, the Run Happy 50K promises a supportive and fun atmosphere. Don’t miss out on the chance to earn a finisher medal and create lasting memories with family and friends in a vibrant community setting!
The event kicks off at 8:00 am for the 50K runners, followed by the half marathon at 8:15 am, the 10K at 8:30 am, and the 5K at 8:45 am. Participants will navigate a 10K loop, with each distance requiring a varying number of laps to complete. Whether you are an experienced trail runner or trying out a trail run for the first time, the Run Happy 50K promises a supportive and fun atmosphere. Don’t miss out on the chance to earn a finisher medal and create lasting memories with family and friends in a vibrant community setting!
Organiser's Description
The Run Happy 50k (and other "happy" distances) event will take place on May 3, 2025 at Potato Creek State Park Nature Center in North Liberty, Indiana. This is a fun and relaxed event, great for walkers and runners. It is also perfect for families who want to run different distances all at at the same event!
Course routes are clearly marked and the trails are broken in. Whether you're a running veteran, or a first-time trail runner, this is an event for you!
The course is a 10k loop. 50k runners will complete 5 loops, 1/2 marathon runners 2 loops (plus a little more), 10k runners 1 loop, and the 5k a half loop.
DISTANCES & START TIMES:
* *50k | 8:00 am, you must start your 5th and final lap by 2:30pm
* 1/2 Marathon | 8:15 am
* 10k | 8:30 am
* 5k | 8:45 am
_*50k runners must start their 5th and final lap by 2:30pm. That is approximately a 15-minute mile pace._
RULES & GUIDELINES
* Pets are welcome to spectate but cannot run the course with runners/walkers ("ruff!" we aren't insured for this).
* No same-day sign ups.
VOLUNTEER
* Sign up to volunteer here: click this link. [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/IN/NorthLiberty/RunnHappy50Kandotherhappydistances] (use this PASSWORD to sign up: RUNHAPPY2024!)
PACKET PICK-UP
* Friday before event day - at Fleet Feet Mishawaka from 4:00 pm to 5:45pm.
* Saturday on event day - at Potato Creek starting at 7:30 am.
COURSE MAPS
Click to view online and to download a PDF.
* 5k Course Map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XnNdqYS_xAXYNV41BvxHjk-DWQ9nOQ6C/view]
* 50k, Half and 10k Course Map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-QmeXji1q73offHV5Fxa4R911Xr97bg2/view]
IMPORTANT NOTES
* 50k participants will receive a medal at the finish line.
* All distances will be chip-timed by Watts My Time.
Course routes are clearly marked and the trails are broken in. Whether you're a running veteran, or a first-time trail runner, this is an event for you!
The course is a 10k loop. 50k runners will complete 5 loops, 1/2 marathon runners 2 loops (plus a little more), 10k runners 1 loop, and the 5k a half loop.
DISTANCES & START TIMES:
* *50k | 8:00 am, you must start your 5th and final lap by 2:30pm
* 1/2 Marathon | 8:15 am
* 10k | 8:30 am
* 5k | 8:45 am
_*50k runners must start their 5th and final lap by 2:30pm. That is approximately a 15-minute mile pace._
RULES & GUIDELINES
* Pets are welcome to spectate but cannot run the course with runners/walkers ("ruff!" we aren't insured for this).
* No same-day sign ups.
VOLUNTEER
* Sign up to volunteer here: click this link. [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/IN/NorthLiberty/RunnHappy50Kandotherhappydistances] (use this PASSWORD to sign up: RUNHAPPY2024!)
PACKET PICK-UP
* Friday before event day - at Fleet Feet Mishawaka from 4:00 pm to 5:45pm.
* Saturday on event day - at Potato Creek starting at 7:30 am.
COURSE MAPS
Click to view online and to download a PDF.
* 5k Course Map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XnNdqYS_xAXYNV41BvxHjk-DWQ9nOQ6C/view]
* 50k, Half and 10k Course Map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-QmeXji1q73offHV5Fxa4R911Xr97bg2/view]
IMPORTANT NOTES
* 50k participants will receive a medal at the finish line.
* All distances will be chip-timed by Watts My Time.
Races
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50k Run
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$48.70
50k runners must begin their 5th and final lap by 2:30pm -
Half Marathon
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd May 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$43.40
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10k Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd May 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.10
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5k Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd May 2025 (8:45AM EDT)
$32.80
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