Schweizer Fest 2 & 6 Mile Road Run

  • Date Sat 8th August 2026
  • Time 8:00AM CDT
  • Location Tell City, Indiana
  • Price $32.80
  • Races 2 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the 49th annual Schweizer Fest 2 & 6 Mile Road Run on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in the charming town of Tell City, Perry. This lively event invites runners and walkers of all skill levels to take part in two exhilarating race distances, winding through the historic downtown area, which is the heart of the Schweizer Fest celebration.

The 2-mile route is a fast and flat course, perfect for those looking for a quick challenge, while the 6-mile race offers a thrilling journey that includes an ascent of a steep 200-foot hill on Mozart Street before descending to a festive finish on Main Street. The 6-mile run kicks off at 8:00 a.m., followed by the 2-mile event just five minutes later, both starting near Everbody's Fun & Fitness Center. Not to be missed, the Kids Fun Run at 9:15 a.m. welcomes children 7 years old and under to participate in a free, short race, complete with a bib and ribbon for every young runner. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and community spirit!

Organiser's Description

Lace up those shoes, and join us August 8, 2026 for the 49th running of the Schweizer Fest 2 & 6 Mile Road Run. We feature 2 race distances, both of which go through Tell City's historic downtown area, the heart of Schweizer Fest. Everbody's Fun & Fitness Center is excited to host this event, which is open to runners and walkers of all skill levels. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age group and gender. A special award will be given to the top male and female in each of the races. This years awards breakdown is based on 5 year age groups.

The 2 mile course is a fast, flat route in the downtown area. The 6 mile route will take you through downtown before heading to Mozart Street where you will ascend a 1 mile, 200 foot vertical hill with minor grade breaks before you descend on Tell Street, followed by a Main Street finish. Race time for the 6 mile run is 8:00 a.m., with the 2 mile event beginning 5 minutes later. Both start on 7th Street near Everbody's Fun & Fitness Center.

KIDS FUN RUN - At 9:15 a.m. there will be a two block (.25mi) fun run for kids 7 years old and under. They will start at Frostop on Main Street and finish under the balloon near City Hall. All KIDS FUN RUN participants receive a racing bib and ribbon. Best of all, it's free for any child!! No need to register just pick up a running bib at Fulton & Main or the starting line on the day of the race.

Races

  • 2 Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th August 2026 (8:05AM CDT)

    $32.80

    Although this is a shorter distance than most races be prepared for high temperatures and high humidity's. There is one hydration station on this course located at the 1-mile mark.
  • 6 Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)

    $32.80

    Be prepared for a 1 mile 200 foot vertical climb on Mozart Street. This hill is at about the half way point on the course. Water stations will be placed shortly after you start the climb and then at the four mile mark before heading downhill to the finish line. Hydration stations will be located at each mile along the route. Be prepared for hot morning temps with high humidity's, which is the norm in southern Indiana in August.

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Location

710 Fulton St, Tell City, 47586, IN, United States

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