The Opening Act 5K Run & Walk
- Date Sun 20th September 2026
- Time 10:30AM EDT
- Location Carmel, Indiana
- Price $38.60 - $43.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the 2nd Annual Opening Act 5K Run & Walk, happening on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in the vibrant community of Carmel, Hamilton. This lively event kicks off at 10:30 AM, perfectly timed to allow participants to complete the race and then stroll over to the nearby PorchFest, an all-day free music festival just three blocks away!
Join fellow runners and walkers on a scenic 5K course that starts and finishes on Monon Blvd at MidTown. You'll enjoy a well-planned route that takes you north on the Monon, west towards Meadowlark Park, and south to City Center Drive before returning to the finish line. Not only will you be part of an exciting event, but you’ll also have the chance to celebrate your achievements with age group awards, finisher's medals, and a super soft event shirt to cherish. Plus, indulge in post-race refreshments and music while exploring MidTown's delightful dining specials. Best of all, your participation supports local animal rescues, helping to find forever homes for furry friends in need. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to run, socialize, and groove for a great cause!
Join fellow runners and walkers on a scenic 5K course that starts and finishes on Monon Blvd at MidTown. You'll enjoy a well-planned route that takes you north on the Monon, west towards Meadowlark Park, and south to City Center Drive before returning to the finish line. Not only will you be part of an exciting event, but you’ll also have the chance to celebrate your achievements with age group awards, finisher's medals, and a super soft event shirt to cherish. Plus, indulge in post-race refreshments and music while exploring MidTown's delightful dining specials. Best of all, your participation supports local animal rescues, helping to find forever homes for furry friends in need. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to run, socialize, and groove for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
Ready to get your run and groove on? Join us for the 2nd Annual Opening Act 5K run/walk on a Sunday before PorchFest, Carmel's all-day free music festival. You will be "part of the show" by participating. Strategically timed with a 10:30 AM start on Sunday, you will have time to finish, socialize then walk through MidTown to the start of PorchFest, just three blocks away. MidTown is in the DORA district so if you partake in an adult beverage, you are free to walk around MidTown with the special cup we provide. Enjoy post-race refreshments, music and more with specials from MidTown restaurants.
This timed 5K will include age group awards, medals and official event shirt. The course starts and finishes on the Monon Blvd at MidTown and takes runners north on the Monon, west towards Meadowlark Park then south to City Center Drive then back north to the finish.
Proceeds benefit local animal rescues as our company's mission is to support those groups working hard to find forever homes.
Age Group awards, finisher's medals plus a unique, super soft event shirt that you will love wearing every day.
This timed 5K will include age group awards, medals and official event shirt. The course starts and finishes on the Monon Blvd at MidTown and takes runners north on the Monon, west towards Meadowlark Park then south to City Center Drive then back north to the finish.
Proceeds benefit local animal rescues as our company's mission is to support those groups working hard to find forever homes.
Age Group awards, finisher's medals plus a unique, super soft event shirt that you will love wearing every day.
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