500 Festival 5K

Conquer the Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K!

Join us for one of America's Best 5K Races! The Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K kicks off before the iconic IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon,

promising an exciting experience in the heart of downtown Indianapolis.

Register for the 2026 5K

One of America’s top 5K races, the Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K brings the energy, excitement, and celebration of the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon weekend right to downtown Indianapolis.

Here’s what makes this race unforgettable:

Fast, Flat, and Fun: 3.1 miles of downtown Indy magic — perfect for crushing goals or soaking in the vibes.
Nonstop Entertainment: Live music, cheering squads, and unforgettable energy at every turn.
Expo Access: Runners get to experience the legendary Expo alongside Mini-Marathon participants.
Cheers to 26 Years: 2025 marks the 26th running of this fan-favorite event!
Team Up: Friends, family, coworkers — this course is even better when conquered together.
After-Party Time: Celebrate crossing the finish line with live entertainment, food, drinks, and plenty of high-fives.

🏅 Home of the USATF 5KM Championships!

The Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K also hosts the USA Track & Field 5K Championships — welcoming the nation’s top runners to take on the same course during race weekend! In partnership with Indiana Sports Corp, we’re proud to showcase our hometown as a welcoming stage for both elite athletes and the broader running community. This event reflects our commitment to supporting and growing American distance running.

Your Participation Makes an Impact!

As a nonprofit, community organization, our mission at the 500 Festival is to produce life-enriching events and programs that celebrate the spirit and legacy of the Indianapolis 500 and foster a positive impact on the city of Indianapolis and the state of Indiana. The Mini-Marathon is the 500 Festival’s largest event with 30,000+ runners, joggers, walkers, and wheelchair participants from all 50 states and 15+ countries around the world each year.

Your participation in The Greatest Spectacle in Running supports the 500 Festival’s youth health, fitness, and education events and programs, which are provided to Indiana schools for free. Through the support of one million past race participants and each new Indy Mini registration, the 500 Festival is able to reach more than 100,000 Hoosier children annually through free and meaningful programming.

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