Pirate Cat 5K

MAY

23

2026

Join this pirate themed 5K run or walk in Indianapolis starting at Big Lug Canteen. Participants receive a shirt and medal while enjoying a post race celebration with a DJ and local refreshments to support a local animal clinic.

Sat 23 May 2026

Indianapolis, Indiana

Registration

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Pirate Cat 5K

The Pirate Cat 5K takes place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. The event starts and finishes at the Big Lug Canteen, located on East 86th Street. Participants can choose to run or walk the course, which is open to various experience levels and includes options for children.

The event features a single distance:

5 km (Chipped timed)

Registered participants receive a soft-style event T-shirt and a finisher's medal. The race utilizes chip timing to provide official results, and awards are presented for overall winners as well as specific age groups. Professional event photos are available to participants at no additional cost.

The post-race activities include a celebration at the Big Lug Canteen featuring a DJ and an after-party. Participants of legal age receive a complimentary beer, specifically the Pirate Cat porter, from the host venue. The event also serves as a fundraiser to support the FACE Low-Cost Animal Clinic. Packet pickup is conducted on the morning of the race prior to the start. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km