Running
Marathon
42.2 km

Running
Marathon
42.2 km
Running
Half Marathon
21.1 km
A fast, flat in‑town event that draws tens of thousands of runners through downtown Indianapolis and historic neighborhoods. The festival weekend includes a 5K, half marathon, and marathon — all USATF‑certified — with post‑race celebration, expo, and support for local youth programs.
On-course food and drink stations; post‑race celebration with food, drinks, and photo opportunities.
Pacemakers are provided for both the half marathon and marathon — see the ‘Renntag für Laufende’ schedule for target times per start wave and look for Pacerflaggen on race morning. Their presence helps runners maintain goal pace from start to finish.
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Online registration opens 12:01 a.m. ET on January 1 and closes at noon ET on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, or when the race sells out.
Friday, November 6: Monumental Health & Fitness Expo and Packet Pickup all day. Saturday, November 7: Half Marathon starts ~8:00 a.m., Marathon starts ~7:30 a.m., 5K starts ~8:40 a.m. Exact times are confirmed in the event app and weekly schedule.
Short‑sleeve performance race shirt, finisher medal and exclusive finisher beanie, real‑time tracking via the event app, one free beverage at the post‑race celebration (21+), and access to the post‑race celebration with food, drinks, and photo opportunities.
Yes, pacemakers are provided for the half marathon and marathon. See the Renntag für Laufende target times per start wave and watch for Pacerflaggen on race morning.
Downtown Indianapolis offers on‑site parking, park‑and‑ride options, and street parking via ParkMobile. Refer to the Parking & Hotel Map and the Race Day Traffic Restriction Map for details.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:31:00 AM
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