Hendricks County Rib Run

JUN

27

2026

The Hendricks County Rib Run kicks off a day of festival fun with a flat 5k and a kids' quarter-mile race. Participants receive race swag and a food coupon to enjoy the following Rib-Fest activities. It's a family-friendly event held at the fairgrounds in Danville.

Sat 27 Jun 2026

Danville, Indiana

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Hendricks County Rib Run is a family-friendly event that takes place at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds in Danville, Indiana. This is the 12th annual edition of the event. It serves as the kick-off to a larger day-long festival.

Events

The event features three separate events:

A 5k Run/Walk
A Virtual 5k
A Riblet Run for children ages 1 to 12, which is a quarter-mile race.

Schedule and Location

The event is held on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The 5k Run/Walk begins first, followed by the Kids Riblet Run. The location is the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds at 1900 E Main Street in Danville, Indiana. A full day of Rib-Fest activities, including food, inflatables, and live entertainment, opens after the runs conclude.

Course and Participant Perks

The 5k course is described as flat. All participants receive a drawstring bag, a $5 coupon towards food or drinks at the festival, and a finisher item. Electronic timing is provided for the 5k. After the runs, the larger Rib-Fest festival opens, offering post-race treats, inflatable games, and live entertainment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Run/walk

Virtual 5k

Riblet Run (kids)