Women's Running Festival Half Marathon
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Indiana Women's Running Festival : event overview
The Indiana Women's Running Festival takes place on October 17, 2026 in Carmel, Indiana at 3 Civic Square. It is a women-only race day offering the following distances:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K (Get a MOVE on Cancer / Inspiring Women 5K)
- Virtual Half, 10K, or 5K
The event description states the half marathon is one of the ten largest female-only half marathons in the US and that the half marathon pays a top-20 cash purse. The 2025 edition drew participants from 34 states.
Race details, course and extras
The course is described as having shade, parks, ponds and trees. Course maps are provided for the half marathon, 10K and 5K. Awards include top-3 age group prizes in all distances. The post-race area is in Civic Square and includes free food, treats and adult beverages. Free parking is available at the Expo and on race day. The site notes nearby shops and restaurants are within walking distance.
Published entry prices (subject to change) list the half marathon at $60, the 10K at $40, the 5K at $30, and the virtual events at $50. The half marathon is open to ages 10 and up; the 10K is open to ages 8 and up. Official charities listed include the IWIN Foundation, the Twisted Pink Foundation and the Get a MOVE on Cancer program. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
