Schweizer Fest 2 & 6 Mile Road Run
- Date Sat 14th August 2027
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Tell City, Indiana
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the 50th running of the Schweizer Fest 2 & 6 Mile Road Run on Saturday, August 14, 2027, in the charming town of Tell City, Perry. This vibrant event invites runners and walkers of all skill levels to embrace the festive spirit while navigating through the historic downtown area, which serves as the heart of the Schweizer Fest. Participants can choose between two exciting race distances: a fast and flat 2-mile course or a challenging 6-mile route that includes an exhilarating ascent on Mozart Street. The 6-mile race kicks off at 8:00 a.m. followed by the 2-mile event starting just five minutes later, both beginning on 7th Street near Everbody's Fun & Fitness Center.
In addition to the main races, there will be a special Kids Fun Run for children aged 7 and under, taking place at 9:15 a.m. This fun, free event is a quarter-mile dash that guarantees every participant a racing bib and a ribbon, ensuring that all little runners feel like champions! With awards for the top finishers in each age group and gender, as well as special prizes for the top overall male and female runners, this event is sure to be
In addition to the main races, there will be a special Kids Fun Run for children aged 7 and under, taking place at 9:15 a.m. This fun, free event is a quarter-mile dash that guarantees every participant a racing bib and a ribbon, ensuring that all little runners feel like champions! With awards for the top finishers in each age group and gender, as well as special prizes for the top overall male and female runners, this event is sure to be
Organiser's Description
SHIRT DEADLINE - June 28th
Lace up those shoes, and join us August 14, 2027 for the 50th 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.
POST-RACE RECOVERY - A big thank you to Advanced Rehabilitation, Inc. for providing post-race recovery services again this year!
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 the corner of Main Street & Tell 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.
Lace up those shoes, and join us August 14, 2027 for the 50th 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.
POST-RACE RECOVERY - A big thank you to Advanced Rehabilitation, Inc. for providing post-race recovery services again this year!
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 the corner of Main Street & Tell 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
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2 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th August 2027 (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 14th August 2027 (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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