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Brain Bolt 5K

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Brain Bolt 5K, Carmel

About

The 11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K is scheduled for Saturday, October 3rd, 2026! Once again we will host a traditional 5K course and 1 mile survivor course to raise awareness for those affected by traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries. Join us in beautiful Carmel, IN to enjoy food/drink trucks, hear from our featured patient, recognize all survivors, explore the MegaBrain, face painting, corn hole and vendor booths.

Catering & aid stations

Food/drink trucks, live music, and vendor booths.

Pacers

The event offers a traditional 5K course and a 1 mile survivor course. Participants can expect to see face painting, corn hole, and vendor booths.

Typical weather in Carmel

Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).

Jan35°21°
08:05
17:43
Feb40°23°
07:39
18:20
Mar51°33°
07:56
19:52
Apr62°44°
07:06
20:23
May72°54°
06:30
20:54
Jun80°63°
06:16
21:16
Jul83°67°
06:29
21:13
Aug82°66°
06:57
20:42
Sep77°59°
07:27
19:54
Oct64°48°
07:56
19:05
Nov51°37°
07:31
17:29
Dec40°26°
08:00
17:21

Weather data by Open-Meteo

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FAQ

When and where is the Brain Bolt 5K held?

The Brain Bolt 5K is held on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, at the Carmel Gazebo at Civic Square in Carmel, Indiana.

What are the course options?

The event offers a traditional 5K course and a 1 mile survivor course.

What activities are available at the event?

Activities include food/drink trucks, live music, face painting, corn hole, and vendor booths.

Last updated: Jun 10, 2026, 07:02:40 PM

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