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Walking Events Calendar near Gary 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Gary for 2026-2027! We've gathered 63 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
July 2026
August 2026
At Rogers Lakewood Park in Valparaiso walkers can choose a family friendly 1 Mile walk that allows strollers and dogs or a community 5K walk. A virtual 5K option lets walkers complete the distance anywhere with no set time or location.
An untimed, non competitive 1 Miles dog walk starting at 775 N Meridian Road, Valparaiso IN, held alongside the 5K run. Walkers register online and each participant will receive a bandana for their dog.
Walkers may do the 5K on a relatively flat course starting just north of DeMotte Public Library behind DeMotte Elementary School. There is no walk category so walkers register under the Open category and packet pickup is at DeMotte Elementary Sch..
Walkers can choose a 3.1 Miles route or a non competitive 1 Miles walk starting from 9400 W. Wicker Ave in St John IN. The 1 Miles walk is not timed and registration is available online through 8/7 and on race day with packet pick up the..
The event offers a scenic 5K walk from 1746 N Stockton Drive in Lincoln Park, looping along the south lagoon path out to Diversey Harbor and back. Water is provided at the start, on course and at the finish, and the event uses chip timing.
Walkers can join the 5K route at four simultaneous locations, including the Chicago location at 809 E. 42nd Place. Participants must be 12 or older and sign a waiver; proceeds support prostate cancer awareness, screenings and research.
An all ages, all abilities community walk starting at 942 213th Street in Dyer, IN. Walkers can go as much or as little as they choose and can enjoy a foam blast and other activities.
Walkers can choose a relaxed 1 Miles Wag and Walk or a structured 5K walk along the Old Plank Road Trail in Matteson near 21800 Central Ave. The route is pet friendly for leashed dogs and registration includes entry to either distance with pa..
Walkers can take the 5K course on the Tour de 63rd Street starting at South Side YMCA, suitable for all paces and held alongside running races. It includes free PSA screenings, check in items like T shirt, bib and hydration, plus medals.
September 2026
Walkers can join a non timed 1 Mile walk at the Lake County Fairgrounds Grandstand in Crown Pont, or take the General Stair Climb of 17 laps of 120 stairs totaling 1,980 steps on the grandstand. The walk fee is $20 and walkers receive a wristband..
Walkers can take part in a 5K walk that starts at 63 Lafayette Street in Valparaiso and follows tree lined city streets alongside the running races. Wheelchair participants are welcome, baby strollers must start at the rear, and pets, skateboards..
Walkers can take part in the 5K walk at Nelson Park, Intersection of Edgemoor Dr and Whipporwill Ave, Trail Creek IN. Packets are available the evening before at Swanson Center Michigan City and the morning of the event at the registration tables..
The event offers a scenic 5K (3.1 Miles) course at Coffee Creek Preserve in Chesterton, Indiana, along trails and natural surroundings. Walkers of all ages are included alongside running participants to remember and reflect in honor of 9/11.