500 Festival Running Events
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IU Health 500 Festival Mini Marathon and Delta Dental 5K
The IU Health 500 Festival Mini Marathon and the Delta Dental 5K are held on May 8, 2027 as part of the 500 Festival events in Indianapolis. The Mini Marathon is a 13.1 mile half marathon described as a flat, fast course that runs through downtown Indianapolis and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The event is produced by the 500 Festival, a nonprofit organization that celebrates the spirit and legacy of the Indianapolis 500.
The race weekend includes additional programming and services for participants and spectators, such as an expo and packet pickup, course information and maps, parking and street closures, a post race party, and a spectator guide. Participant resources listed for the event include a participant guide, training and nutrition tips, elite fields for the Mini Marathon and 5K, support for athletes with disabilities, pacers, medal engraving, and virtual participation options.
A training Miler Series is offered with three races (3-Miler, 6-Miler, and 10-Miler) on February 13, March 6, and April 10, 2027. Event registration and multiple challenge options are listed for 2027, including challenge formats that combine several races into one cumulative distance. Current listed prices show the Mini Marathon at $105, the 5K at $50, and an 11% processing fee applied to listed prices. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
