Trail Running calendar near Anderson 2025-2026

Run or walk the Indian Trail at Mississinewa High School with a Kids Mile, 5K run, and non competitive 5K walk on a scenic new looped course through the woods. Proceeds benefit Mississinewa cross country and youth running programs.

Join the 31st Annual Turkey Trot 5K in Fort Wayne on November 22, 2025 for a friendly trail run and walk at Homestead Environmental Center. Kids 10 and under can race free in the Turkey Toddlers event.

Shake off Thanksgiving at Turkey Trails Indianapolis on Nov 29 at Northwestway Park with a fun 1 Mile, timed 5k and 10k, Kids Dash and virtual option. Chip timing, shirts, medals, awards, free photos and finish treats.

Join the Krazy Krampus 5K in Indianapolis on December 5, 2025 for a festive, costume friendly run with a mischievous Krampus character and colorful awards. Proceeds benefit the Pike Township Distance Program and winners receive Krampus orna..

Winter Night Trail Run : January 10, 2026, Eagle Creek Park The Winter Night Trail Run takes place January 10, 2026 at Eagle Creek Park in Indianapolis, Indiana. The event uses a mostly single-track loop of 6.55 miles. Distances offered: Q..

Take on scenic single track trails in Morgan Monroe State Forest with 10 mile and 20 mile options on January 11 in Martinsville, IN. Aid stations with fireplaces and hearty race fare make this a cozy winter trail challenge.

Join the Bop to the Top Stair Climb in Indianapolis on Jan 17, 2026 to conquer 36 floors and support Riley Children's Foundation. Choose single, triple or team climbs and get a long sleeve shirt.

Warm up this February at the Chilly Chili Trail Run in Bluffton's Ouabache State Park, offering scenic 3 and 5 mile trail options. Enjoy a long sleeve event shirt and celebratory hot chili in the heated lakeside lodge after your run.

Celebrate winter on frozen singletrack at Franke Park Feb 14 2026 with Frozen Trailfest featuring trail running and mountain biking. Pick a 10K run or 20K ride, bring cold weather gear, and enjoy trophies and friendly community energy.

Run the DoNot Stop Half Marathon in Indianapolis on April 26, 2026, featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 1 mile and Kids Dash plus a virtual option. Chip timing, custom finisher medal, designer shirt and finish line donuts make it a fun, fam..

Run rugged trails in Brown County at Dances with Dirt Gnaw Bone, with steep ridges, creek crossings, and scenic woods near artisan Nashville, Indiana. Options from 5K to 50M plus a relay and post race barbecue and brew.

Run the Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k in Indianapolis on May 16, 2026. With options from a Kid's Dash and 1 Mile to 5k, 10k and a half marathon plus a virtual run, enjoy a designer shirt, medal, chip timing and finish line snacks.

Take on the Mad Maple 50K at Hueston Woods for a scenic, challenging multi loop race through College Corner, Ohio. Ten 5K loops with strict 50 minute lap windows, aid stations, a custom finisher medal and post race pizza.

Join the 5th annual Peace Officer Memorial Endurance Ruck on May 16, 2026 at Harbour Shores Church in Cicero IN to honor fallen officers. Choose a timed 4 Hour Ruck or a 5k Trail Ruck on a scenic 1 mile loop while carrying a weighted pack.

Explore Morgan Monroe State Forest on June 5 and 6, 2026 with a rugged 100 km trail with 8,500 feet of climbing through old growth forest and rock formations. A 20 mile option shares the loop and virtual entries come with swag.

Treat Trot Indianapolis on June 14 welcomes everyone with distances from a 1 mile and kids dash to 5K, 10K and a half marathon plus virtual options. Finishers get a shirt and custom medal and many races are chip timed.

Beat the heat on July 5, 2026 in Indianapolis with the Heatwave Half Marathon offering distances for all levels from a kids dash to a half marathon and relay. Enjoy chip timing, a designer shirt, custom medal and Kona Ice at the finish.

Celebrate fall with the Golden Harvest Half Marathon, 5k and 10k in Indianapolis on September 6 2026. In person or virtual options, shirts and finisher medals, plus family friendly races and a kids dash for younger runners.

Push your limits at the Dirty Fox Five Hour Trail Race in Franke Park, Fort Wayne on September 19. Runners, riders and wheelchair athletes complete as many full laps as possible in five hours while supporting local trail maintenance.

Join the SVdP Walk for Hope in Fort Wayne on October 4, 2026, with 5k and shorter loops around Parkview Field for a family friendly fundraiser. Enjoy a tailgate and help raise funds that stay local to support neighbors in need.