Heroes for the House 5K Run/Walk
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Event details
The Heroes for the House 5K Run/Walk Presented by IREM is scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Indianapolis, IN (zip 46204). The event includes the following distances:
- 5K Run/Walk
- Rookie Run (ages 5-10)
Entry fees listed are $30 for the 5K and $10 for the Rookie Run. Prices increase after December 31, 2025. The event welcomes runners, walkers, children and pets. Cash prizes are offered for the top three male and top three female finishers, and there are age-group awards. Event proceeds help families with children in area hospitals stay at the nearby Ronald McDonald House at little or no cost; IREM Indy has donated over $310,000 and received recognition from the Ronald McDonald House.
Course and logistics
The course runs along the Indianapolis Downtown Canal. Start and finish are located directly in front of the NCAA Hall of Champions on the south side next to Celebration Plaza. Two water stops are on course at approximately mile 1 and mile 2. Packet pickup will take place inside the NCAA Hall of Champions on race day, and race day registration is available inside the same venue. A parking map and course map are provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.