Women's Running Festival featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Carmel, Indiana
- Price $33.30 - $70.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Women's Running Festival, taking place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in the picturesque city of Carmel, Hamilton. This exciting event features three fantastic race distances: a challenging half marathon, a spirited 10K, and an inspiring 5K, making it the perfect opportunity for women of all fitness levels to come together and celebrate their love for running.
As Indiana's largest women-only half marathon, this festival is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and supportive community. The half marathon is not only one of the top ten female-only events in the United States, but it also uniquely offers a cash purse for the top 20 finishers! Participants can enjoy a stunning course adorned with fall colors, parks, and serene ponds, all while encouraging and uplifting fellow runners. The post-race festivities in Civic Square promise to be a highlight, featuring complimentary food, treats, and beverages, along with a warm sense of camaraderie that makes this event truly special. Join us in celebrating women's sports and the joy of running in a supportive environment—mark your calendar for this unforgettable day!
As Indiana's largest women-only half marathon, this festival is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and supportive community. The half marathon is not only one of the top ten female-only events in the United States, but it also uniquely offers a cash purse for the top 20 finishers! Participants can enjoy a stunning course adorned with fall colors, parks, and serene ponds, all while encouraging and uplifting fellow runners. The post-race festivities in Civic Square promise to be a highlight, featuring complimentary food, treats, and beverages, along with a warm sense of camaraderie that makes this event truly special. Join us in celebrating women's sports and the joy of running in a supportive environment—mark your calendar for this unforgettable day!
Organiser's Description
_~ 2026 INDIANA WOMEN'S RUNNING FESTIVAL ~_
HALF MARATHON, 10K, & THE INSPIRING WOMEN 5K!
ENJOY THE FALL COLORS IN CARMEL
~ THE LARGEST WOMEN-ONLY HALF MARATHON EVENT IN INDIANA ~
Enjoy the fall colors in Carmel by joining us in one of the three distances offered; half marathon, 10K and 5K. The half marathon is one of the ten largest, female-only half marathons in the US. To show our support for women's sports, it is the ONLY women's half marathon that pays a top-20 cash purse. Known for its big race feel with small town hospitality, the event offers competitive fields, top-3 age group awards in all distances, beautiful courses and electric atmosphere that has attracted ladies from all over the US! 34 states were represented in 2025.
Women encouraging and supporting women makes it a special day. Toeing the line with friends and family, participating for themselves or others. The course offers a beautiful run with shade, parks, ponds and trees. The wonderful post-race area party in Civic Square offers more than most larger marathon events including free food, treats and adult beverages. Free parking at the Expo and on race day! Within walking distance shopping, restaurants and more! There is something special at a women-only event. Join us to see what everyone is talking about.
HALF MARATHON, 10K, & THE INSPIRING WOMEN 5K!
ENJOY THE FALL COLORS IN CARMEL
~ THE LARGEST WOMEN-ONLY HALF MARATHON EVENT IN INDIANA ~
Enjoy the fall colors in Carmel by joining us in one of the three distances offered; half marathon, 10K and 5K. The half marathon is one of the ten largest, female-only half marathons in the US. To show our support for women's sports, it is the ONLY women's half marathon that pays a top-20 cash purse. Known for its big race feel with small town hospitality, the event offers competitive fields, top-3 age group awards in all distances, beautiful courses and electric atmosphere that has attracted ladies from all over the US! 34 states were represented in 2025.
Women encouraging and supporting women makes it a special day. Toeing the line with friends and family, participating for themselves or others. The course offers a beautiful run with shade, parks, ponds and trees. The wonderful post-race area party in Civic Square offers more than most larger marathon events including free food, treats and adult beverages. Free parking at the Expo and on race day! Within walking distance shopping, restaurants and more! There is something special at a women-only event. Join us to see what everyone is talking about.
Races
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WRF Half Marathon
Incl. $5.40 Fee & Ladies Cut Short Sleeve or Razorback Tank
Sat 17th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$70.40
Enjoy the beautiful course in Carmel as the course winds through parks, old neighborhoods, by ponds and along the beautiful Monon Greenway. Cookout following the race then enjoy all the shopping and the peaceful setting of the Civic Square. -
Wrf 10k
Incl. $3.90 Fee & Ladies Cut Short Sleeve or Tank
Sat 17th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$43.90
The 10K made its debut in 2024 to rave reviews! 10K participants run with the half marathoners through mile 5. Perfect distance for training for a fall marathon or half marathon. -
Inspiring Women 5K
Incl. $3.30 Fee & Ladies Cut Short Sleeve or Tank
Sat 17th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$33.30
Start with the half marathoners and 10K runners then split just before the 1.5 mile point. Rejoin the main course on the Monon Greenway at Main Street then south through Midtown, past the Palladium to the Gazebo for the finish. -
Women's Running Festival Virtual Half, 10K or 5K
Incl. $4.50 Fee & Ladies Cut Short Sleeve or Tank
$54.50
Join us from a far by signing up as a virtual runner.
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