Jail Break 5K
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Jail Break 5K
The Jail Break 5K is a 5-kilometer run/walk held on November 14, 2026, in downtown Crown Point, Indiana. The course runs along tree-lined Main Street and is described as flat and scenic. The route begins in front of the historic Old Sheriff's House and Jail, a property listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Old Sheriff's House and Jail was once considered one of Indiana's most secure jails and was the site of a notable escape on March 3, 1934. The event is organized by Race the Region and the Old Sheriff's House Foundation and uses the downtown area of Crown Point, with the event address listed as 226 South Main Street, Crown Point, IN 46307.
Registration details provided by the organizer include an opening date of November 30, 2025 and a closing date of October 30, 2026. The registration fee is $30.00. Race shirts are available to participants who register by October 25, with limited quantities thereafter. All participants receive a finisher's medal.
The event description emphasizes elements of local history, a downtown route, and participant items such as shirts and medals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
