The Opening Act 5K Run & Walk
- Date Sun 20th September 2026
- Time 10:30AM EDT
- Location Carmel, Indiana
- Price $38.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the excitement at The Opening Act 5K Run & Walk on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in beautiful Carmel, Hamilton! This vibrant event is designed to kick off Carmel PorchFest in style, offering participants a chance to be "part of the show" while enjoying a fun-filled day of fitness and music. The race begins at 10:30 AM, giving you plenty of time to complete the 5K course, socialize with fellow participants, and then stroll just three blocks to the lively PorchFest celebration.
Set in the charming DORA district, this event allows you to enjoy post-race refreshments, live music, and exclusive specials from local MidTown restaurants. As you race along the scenic Monon Boulevard, you'll experience the thrill of a timed 5K, complete with age group awards, medals, and an official event shirt. And don't miss the big surprise! At 11:45 AM, a jazz band will lead participants north on the Monon to the start of PorchFest, creating an unforgettable atmosphere reminiscent of Mardi Gras. Plus, by participating, you’ll be supporting the Carmel PorchFest Grant Program, which helps aspiring musicians pursue their dreams. Join us
Set in the charming DORA district, this event allows you to enjoy post-race refreshments, live music, and exclusive specials from local MidTown restaurants. As you race along the scenic Monon Boulevard, you'll experience the thrill of a timed 5K, complete with age group awards, medals, and an official event shirt. And don't miss the big surprise! At 11:45 AM, a jazz band will lead participants north on the Monon to the start of PorchFest, creating an unforgettable atmosphere reminiscent of Mardi Gras. Plus, by participating, you’ll be supporting the Carmel PorchFest Grant Program, which helps aspiring musicians pursue their dreams. Join us
Organiser's Description
Ready to get your run and groove on? Join us for the Opening Act 5K run/walk positioned to kick off Carmel PorchFest. 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.
THE BIG NEWS! This is where you are a part of the show! A jazz band will arrive at 11:45 AM and march the group north on the Monon to the start of PorchFest!! Think Mardi Gras fun coming to Carmel.
Proceeds benefit the Carmel PorchFest Grant Program, the program created to provide financial support to students interested in the musical arts to cover such items as new instruments, lessons, schooling, musical opportunities, etc. in exchange for volunteer hours.
Join us for this inaugural event to make it a tradition of running, music and fun!
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.
THE BIG NEWS! This is where you are a part of the show! A jazz band will arrive at 11:45 AM and march the group north on the Monon to the start of PorchFest!! Think Mardi Gras fun coming to Carmel.
Proceeds benefit the Carmel PorchFest Grant Program, the program created to provide financial support to students interested in the musical arts to cover such items as new instruments, lessons, schooling, musical opportunities, etc. in exchange for volunteer hours.
Join us for this inaugural event to make it a tradition of running, music and fun!
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