500 Festival Running Event
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2027 500 Festival Running Events
The 2027 500 Festival Running Events take place in Indianapolis, IN on May 8, 2027. The program includes the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and the Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K. The schedule offers options to enter one or both distances.
Distances
- Mini-Marathon (half marathon)
- 5K
The event draws a large field, with over 20,000 participants reported from various locations. The race course features nearly 50 entertainment groups positioned along the route and relies on several hundred volunteers to support participants and operations. The mini-marathon has been voted "America's Best Half Marathon" in prior recognition.
Event services and logistics listed by the organizer include team entries, a participant store, fundraising opportunities, a refund policy, and a Race Roster refund protection program. Location details identify downtown Indianapolis, postal code 46204, as the event area.
Information published by the organizer emphasizes course entertainment, volunteer support, and fundraising options in addition to the competitive and recreational running opportunities provided by the mini-marathon and the 5K. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
