Victory Marathon
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Event overview
The VICTORY RACES - Marathon, Half, and 5K take place on April 11, 2026, in Hillsdale, Indiana (1051 W Indiana Ave, Hillsdale, IN 47854). The event includes three race options: a marathon, a half marathon, and a 5k. The marathon is held over two laps; the half marathon and the 5k are single-loop courses. All finishers receive a medal.
- Marathon - USATF certified Boston qualifier course; two laps.
- Half Marathon - single loop; four aid stations spaced about every 2.5 to 3 miles.
- 5k - single loop; one aid station about halfway.
Course and facilities
The races take place on paved roads within Vermillion Rise Mega Park on the grounds of a former military munitions compound. The course passes historic military features such as outposts, TNT manufacturing buildings, storage facilities, and shooting ranges. The organizer states the marathon course is USATF certified for national race qualifications. Aid stations provide water, Gatorade, orange slices, and granola bar chunks. Port-o-potty locations include approximately mile 7 for the half marathon (also at miles 7 and 20 for the full) and additional units at the finish area, which full marathoners pass at mile 13. Race day packet pickup and registration are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
