Women's Running Festival Half Marathon
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Indiana Women's Running Festival - Carmel, IN, October 17, 2026
The Indiana Women's Running Festival is a women-only running event held at Civic Square in Carmel, Indiana on October 17, 2026. The event offers multiple race distances and a course that passes parks, ponds and tree-lined streets.
Distances offered:
- Half marathon
- 10K
- Inspiring Women 5K
The half marathon includes a top-20 cash purse and top-3 age group awards are given in all distances. The course features shaded sections, parks and ponds. The post-race area in Civic Square provides free food, treats and adult beverages. Free parking is available at the Expo and on race day. In 2025 the event drew participants from 34 states.
Event services and weekend features listed include an expo, pacers, a virtual race option, entertainment, lodging information, and results and photos after the races. The festival includes awards and elite athlete information as part of its race offerings. The setting is described as a community venue with nearby shopping and restaurants within walking distance of the race area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
