Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival 5K and 1 Mile Run

  • Date Sat 25th April 2026
  • Time 7:30AM EDT
  • Location Wakarusa, Indiana
  • Price $6.30 - $11.60
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival 5K and 1 Mile Run on Saturday, April 25, 2026! Taking place in the charming town of Wakarusa, Elkhart, this vibrant event kicks off with the 1-mile runs at 7:30 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:00 AM, both starting from Northwood Middle School at 301 North Elkhart Street. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual walker, this festival is designed to be fun for everyone, including kids! Join the Kids' Mile Run or take on the competitive mile, with the option to participate in both the 1-mile race and the 5K.

As you run, you'll have the chance to soak in the festive atmosphere of the Maple Syrup Festival, with delightful small-town shops and activities awaiting your visit after the race. Don't forget to take advantage of group registration discounts when signing up with friends or family! With a variety of registration prices available based on when you sign up, there's no better time to be part of this exciting community event. So mark your calendars and get ready for a day of health, fun, and maple syrup magic

Organiser's Description

ON SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2026, THE 1-MILE RUNS WILL START AT 7:30 AM, FOLLOWED BY THE 5K AT 8:00 AM. AT NORTHWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL 301 NORTH ELKHART STREET WAKARUSA, IND 46573

THE KIDS' MILE RUN AND COMPETITIVE MILE RUN WILL START AT THE SAME TIME. IF YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN BOTH THE 1-MILE RACE AND THE 5K, PLEASE SIGN UP FOR BOTH RACES.


WHETHER YOU'RE A SEASONED COMPETITIVE RUNNER, A BEGINNER, OR A WALKER, YOU ARE ALL WELCOME! AFTER YOUR RUN OR WALK, BE SURE TO SPEND SOME QUALITY TIME WITH FAMILY OR FRIENDS IN THE CHARMING SMALL TOWN SHOPS AND ENJOY EVERYTHING THAT THE MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL HAS TO OFFER!



WHEN YOU REGISTER 4 OR MORE INDIVIDUALS SIMULTANEOUSLY, YOU QUALIFY FOR THE MULTI-PERSON PRICING OPTION, WHICH ALLOWS YOU TO SAVE $3.00 PER REGISTRANT. WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO JOIN AN EXISTING GROUP/TEAM OR ESTABLISH YOUR OWN, THE CHOICE IS ENTIRELY UP TO YOU! THIS IS A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO BRING YOUR FRIENDS OR FAMILY MEMBERS TOGETHER AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS FANTASTIC OFFER.



EVENT DATES AND REGISTRATION FEES:
- NOVEMBER 28 - 30: $15.00 FOR 5K, $10.00 FOR 1 MILE RUNS, $22.50 FOR 1 MILE & 5K RUN/WALK COMBO
- DECEMBER 1 - 31: $18.00 FOR 5K, $13.00 FOR 1 MILE RUNS, $28.50 FOR 1 MILE & 5K RUN/WALK COMBO
- JANUARY 1 - 31: $20.00 FOR 5K, $15.00 FOR 1 MILE RUNS, $30.00 FOR 1 MILE & 5K RUN/WALK COMBO
- FEBRUARY 1 - MARCH 31: $25.00 FOR 5K, $20.00 FOR 1 MILE RUNS, $35.00 FOR 1 MILE & 5K RUN/WALK COMBO
- APRIL 1 - 19: $28.00 FOR 5K, $20.00 FOR 1 MILE RUNS, $40.00 FOR 1 MILE & 5K RUN/WALK COMBO
- APRIL 20 - 26: $30.00 FOR 5K, $20.00 FOR 1 MILE RUNS, $45.00 FOR 1 MILE & 5K RUN/WALK COMBO
ONLINE REGISTRATION ENDS ON APRIL 26, 2025, AT 8:30 AM.



FOR THE 5K & COMBO RACE, KIDS WHO WANT TO WALK OR RUN MUST BE AT LEAST 6 YEARS OLD ON RACE DAY. ALL KIDS AGED 6 AND UP PARTICIPATING MUST BE REGISTERED.
FOR THE 1 MILE 12/U RACE, KIDS WHO WANT TO WALK OR RUN MUST BE AT LEAST 4 YEARS OLD ON RACE DAY. ALL KIDS AGED 4 TO 12 PARTICIPATING MUST BE REGISTERED.
FOR THE 1 MILE 13/U RACE, KIDS WHO WANT TO WALK OR RUN MUST BE AT LEAST 13 YEARS OLD ON RACE DAY. ALL KIDS AGED 13 AND UP PARTICIPATING MUST BE REGISTERED.

WE ARE EXCITED TO PROVIDE EVENTS FOR INDIVIDUALS OF ALL FITNESS LEVELS, INCLUDING A 5K RUN/WALK AND A 1-MILE 13 AND UNDER RUN/WALK. STROLLERS ARE PERMITTED IN THE 5K RUN/WALK. HOWEVER, FOR SAFETY REASONS, BIKES, SCOOTERS, SKATES, ROLLERBLADES, OR SIMILAR ITEMS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY EVENT DUE TO POTENTIAL TRIP HAZARDS

REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR T-SHIRT GUARANTEE:

REGISTER BEFORE MARCH 15, 2025, TO SECURE YOUR RACE T-SHIRT. AFTER MARCH 15, 2025, T-SHIRT AVAILABILITY WILL BE ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS, OR CHOOSE THE NO SHIRT OPTION AND SAVE $5.00.



GUIDELINES FOR DOGS ATTENDING THE EVENT:
- ALL DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A NON-RETRACTABLE LEASH AND UNDER SUPERVISION AT ALL TIMES.
- OWNERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CLEANING UP AFTER THEIR DOGS.
- ANY DOG DISPLAYING AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR TOWARD PEOPLE OR OTHER DOGS MUST BE IMMEDIATELY REMOVED FROM THE EVENT BY ITS OWNER.

- DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE MIDDLE SCHOOL GYM. WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE INCONVENIENCE.



CHIP TIMING - CHIP TIMING BY WATTS MY TIME

NO REFUNDS!!

PARKING IS AVAILABLE AT NORTHWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL AND WAKARUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (400 N WASHINGTON ST, WAKARUSA, IN 46573)

Races

  • Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 25th April 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $11.60

    OPENS 30 OCT
  • 1Mile Kids Run ( 12 and Under)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 25th April 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $6.30

    OPENS 30 OCT
  • 1 Mile Competitive Run/Walk ( 13 and Older)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 25th April 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $6.30

    OPENS 30 OCT
  • 1 Mile Competitive Run/Walk & 5K Run/Walk Combo

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 25th April 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $11.60

    OPENS 30 OCT

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301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, 46573, IN, United States

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