Bolt for the Heart 5K
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Bolt for the Heart - Thanksgiving Day 5K
Bolt for the Heart is the 15th annual family 5K held in Carmel, Indiana at 1 Carter Green, 46032. The event’s stated purpose is to increase survival from sudden cardiac arrest by placing automatic external defibrillators AEDs in law enforcement patrol cars.
Multiple entry options are offered for the 5K distance. In-person entries include a standard 5K Run/Walk with a registration fee of $25. A named entry called Play for Jake includes a 1/4 zip shirt, a tshirt, and a donation; its registration fee is $99. A Virtual 5K Run/Walk option includes packet mailing and carries a $40 fee. A Military and First Responder entry is listed with no fee.
Registration periods vary by entry type. Registration opens March 19, 2026 for most options. The standard 5K registration closes April 15, 2026. The Play for Jake option closes November 8, 2026. The Virtual 5K registration closes November 24, 2026. The Military and First Responder entry opens April 1, 2026 and remains open through November 26, 2026.
The description above summarizes event location, purpose, entry options, fees, and registration windows as provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
