Indiana Women's Running Festival
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Indiana Women's Running Festival - Carmel, Indiana
The Indiana Women's Running Festival takes place on October 17, 2026, centered at Civic Square in Carmel, Indiana. The event schedule includes in-person and virtual race options on the same date.
Distances offered:
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- 10K
- Inspiring Women 5K
- Virtual options for half, 10K, or 5K
The half marathon course winds through parks, older neighborhoods, by ponds and along the Monon Greenway. The 10K runs with the half marathon through mile 5. The 5K starts with the longer races, splits shortly before the 1.5 mile point, then rejoins at the Monon Greenway at Main Street and continues south through Midtown past the Palladium to the Gazebo finish.
Awards and event services include top-3 age group awards in all distances and a cash purse for the women's half marathon that pays to the top 20 finishers. A cookout and a post-race area party are held in Civic Square with free food, treats and adult beverages. Free parking is available at the Expo and on race day. Civic Square is within walking distance of shopping, restaurants and other nearby amenities.
The 10K debuted in 2024. In 2025 the event drew participants from 34 states. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
