
Sat, Oct 16, 2027
Women's Running Festival featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K
Carmel, Indiana
- Running events
- Walker friendly not tagged
- Dog friendly not tagged
- Stroller friendly not tagged
- Terrain
- Not graded yet
- Time zone
- America/Indiana/Indianapolis
- Start area
- 3 Civic Square
- ZIP
- 46032
Events
Women's Running Festival Virtual Half, 10K or 5K
$50
1 mile · Virtual
Sat, Oct 16, 2027 at 8:00 AM
No time limit listed
Registration closes Sat, Oct 16, 2027
Join us from a far by signing up as a virtual runner.
Inspiring Women 5K
$29
5K · Road
Sat, Oct 16, 2027 at 8:00 AM
No time limit listed
Registration closes Sat, Oct 16, 2027
Start with the half marathoners and 10K runners then split just before the 1.5 mile point. Rejoin the main course on the Monon Greenway at Main Street then south through Midtown, past the Palladium to the Gazebo for the finish.
WRF 10K
$38
10K · Road
Sat, Oct 16, 2027 at 8:00 AM
No time limit listed
Registration closes Sat, Oct 16, 2027
The 10K made its debut in 2024 to rave reviews! 10K participants run with the half marathoners through mile 5. Perfect distance for training for a fall marathon or half marathon.
WRF Half Marathon
$59
Half marathon · Road
Sat, Oct 16, 2027 at 8:00 AM
No time limit listed
Registration closes Sat, Oct 16, 2027
Enjoy the beautiful course in Carmel as the course winds through parks, old neighborhoods, by ponds and along the beautiful Monon Greenway. Cookout following the race then enjoy all the shopping and the peaceful setting of the Civic Square.
About this race
~ 2027 Indiana Women's Running Festival ~
Half Marathon, 10K, & the Inspiring Women 5K!
~ Some races are about the Finish Line. This one is about the women beside you! ~Whether you're running the Half Marathon, 10K, or Inspiring Women 5K, you'll enjoy beautiful fall miles through Carmel before celebrating with thousands of incredible women at one unforgettable finish line party. Join us during breast cancer awareness month to cheer and celebrate all.
Grab your friends and experience what makes this race so special.
Plus you will enjoy:
- Fall colors and temps
- Age group awards, three deep in all three event distances
- Beautiful courses through parks and along the popular Monon Greenway
- Free pancakes and beverages to celebrate your day
- Free parking at the Expo and on race day
There is something special at a women-only event. Join ladies of all ages in Carmel, Indiana.
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