Run Happy 50K (and other happy distances)
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 7:45AM EDT
- Location North Liberty, Indiana
- Price $43.40 - $59.30
- Races 4 races
- Distances Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of running and fun at the Run Happy 50K, taking place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Potato Creek State Park Nature Center in North Liberty, Indiana! This vibrant event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, making it the perfect outing for families and friends looking to enjoy a day outdoors. Choose from a variety of "happy" distances, including a challenging 50K with five loops, a full marathon, a half marathon, and a 10K, all on beautifully marked trails.
The day kicks off bright and early, with the 50K runners starting at 8:00 AM, followed by the marathon at 7:55 AM, half marathon at 7:50 AM, and 10K at 7:45 AM. With a friendly atmosphere and options for everyone, this event is designed for both seasoned runners and those new to the trail. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this joyful celebration of health and community! Be sure to register by April 9, 2026, to secure your event tee shirt and join in the fun!
The day kicks off bright and early, with the 50K runners starting at 8:00 AM, followed by the marathon at 7:55 AM, half marathon at 7:50 AM, and 10K at 7:45 AM. With a friendly atmosphere and options for everyone, this event is designed for both seasoned runners and those new to the trail. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this joyful celebration of health and community! Be sure to register by April 9, 2026, to secure your event tee shirt and join in the fun!
Organiser's Description
The Run Happy 50k (and other "happy" distances) event will take place on May 2, 2026 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 approximately a 10k loop. 50k runners will complete 5 loops, full marathon loops and route TBD (we will send you the map well ahead of the event), 1/2 marathon runners 2 loops (plus a small out and back), and 10k runners 1 loop.
DISTANCES & START TIMES:
* *50k | 8:00 am, you must start your 5th and final lap by 2:30pm
* Marathon | 7:55 am
* 1/2 Marathon | 7:50 am
* 10k | 7:45 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.
* No same-day sign ups.
VOLUNTEER
* Sign up to volunteer here: click this link. [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/IN/NorthLiberty/RunnHappy50Kandotherhappydistances]
* No password needed to volunteer this year.
PACKET PICKUP (EVENT-DAY PICKUP AVAILABLE)
* Early packet pickup time and location TBD
* Saturday on event day at Potato Creek starting at 7:15 am.
COURSE MAPS
* 2026 course maps forthcoming.
* Full Potato Creek Park Map. This map does not include running courses. It is for reference only. [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PJrU_-VoSErHjZnOBJAFItbBF1_XCXrD/view?usp=drive_link]
IMPORTANT DEADLINES & NOTES
* Sign up by April 9, 2026 to receive a tee shirt.
* 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 approximately a 10k loop. 50k runners will complete 5 loops, full marathon loops and route TBD (we will send you the map well ahead of the event), 1/2 marathon runners 2 loops (plus a small out and back), and 10k runners 1 loop.
DISTANCES & START TIMES:
* *50k | 8:00 am, you must start your 5th and final lap by 2:30pm
* Marathon | 7:55 am
* 1/2 Marathon | 7:50 am
* 10k | 7:45 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.
* No same-day sign ups.
VOLUNTEER
* Sign up to volunteer here: click this link. [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/IN/NorthLiberty/RunnHappy50Kandotherhappydistances]
* No password needed to volunteer this year.
PACKET PICKUP (EVENT-DAY PICKUP AVAILABLE)
* Early packet pickup time and location TBD
* Saturday on event day at Potato Creek starting at 7:15 am.
COURSE MAPS
* 2026 course maps forthcoming.
* Full Potato Creek Park Map. This map does not include running courses. It is for reference only. [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PJrU_-VoSErHjZnOBJAFItbBF1_XCXrD/view?usp=drive_link]
IMPORTANT DEADLINES & NOTES
* Sign up by April 9, 2026 to receive a tee shirt.
* All distances will be chip-timed by Watts My Time.
Races
-
50k Run
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$59.30
50k runners must begin their 5th and final lap by 2:30pm -
Marathon
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:55AM EDT)
$54.00
-
Half Marathon
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:50AM EDT)
$48.70
-
10k Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:45AM EDT)
$43.40
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