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Half Marathon
21.1 km
Indy Half Marathon at Fort Ben
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About
The Indy Half Marathon at Fort Ben is a fall road race offering a scenic course through Historic Lawrence and Fort Harrison State Park, with a mix of hills and flats, family-friendly festivities, and multiple distances including half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a Kids One Mile Run. The event features a post-race celebration, free parking, and awards including age-group recognition.
Catering & aid stations
On-course refreshments/aid stations provide food and drinks (not Pacemaker lines).
Pacers
Half Marathon pacers will cover target times per wave: 1:30, 1:35, 1:40, 1:45, 1:50, 1:55, 2:00, 2:10, 2:20, 2:30, and 3:55, with additional paces available based on registrant estimates and pacer capacity.
Results
View official resultsSurface mix
- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in Indianapolis
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan36°22°
↑ 08:05
↓ 17:44
Feb40°24°
↑ 07:39
↓ 18:21
Mar52°34°
↑ 07:56
↓ 19:52
Apr63°44°
↑ 07:07
↓ 20:23
May73°55°
↑ 06:30
↓ 20:53
Jun81°64°
↑ 06:17
↓ 21:15
Jul84°67°
↑ 06:30
↓ 21:12
Aug83°66°
↑ 06:58
↓ 20:42
Sep77°60°
↑ 07:27
↓ 19:54
Oct65°49°
↑ 07:56
↓ 19:06
Nov51°37°
↑ 07:31
↓ 17:30
Dec40°27°
↑ 08:00
↓ 17:22
What's included in entry
- Race shirt
- Exclusive gift item
- Chip timing
- Free race day parking
- One free beverage at post-race celebration (21+)
- Bib personalization
- Post-race food
FAQ
When does registration open?
Early registration opens January 1, 2026 via the INDYTHON series; single-event registration opens March 1, 2026 at 12:00 a.m. ET and closes September 30, 2026 (or earlier if sold out).
What is included in my registration?
Race shirt, finisher medal and exclusive gift item, real-time participant tracking, free race day parking, bib personalization (by July 22, 2026), one free beverage at the post-race celebration, and post-race food.
Are there pacers for the Half Marathon?
Yes. Half marathon pacers cover target times per wave: 1:30, 1:35, 1:40, 1:45, 1:50, 1:55, 2:00, 2:10, 2:20, 2:30, and 3:55, with additional paces available based on pacer capacity.
What is the 'Kill the Hill' challenge?
A ~320-meter climb along Harrison Trace Trail near Delaware Lake (Mile 11 of the half marathon). Timing mats at the start and end allow competition for youth, open, and masters divisions with awards.
What are the race day start times?
Half Marathon & 10K: 8:00 a.m.; 5K: 8:25 a.m.; Kids One Mile Run: 11:00 a.m. Check-in and expo run Friday, October 2, 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Can I transfer or defer my registration?
Transfers are allowed until 11:59 p.m. ET on September 2, 2026 with a $20 fee (plus processing). Deferrals require documented reasons (injury, pregnancy, military deployment) and a $20 fee; deadline September 2, 2026.
Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 11:35:48 PM
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