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Participant Info

More participant and race information will be released as we get closer to the Miler Series! Please check back in the coming months.

Pit Stations

Pit Stations will be set up at all three races. See course maps for locations so you can plan your hydration schedule.
  • An 18-minute-per-pace will be enforced for each event
  • All pit stations will have water and Gatorade
  • Port-o-lets will also be located at each station

Street Safety

Safety first! Most streets will only be partially closed for the events, so please stay within the cones. Also, please remember that walkers should stay to the right of the course and should stay no more than two abreast to allow for passing on the left.

Your Timing Device

The timing device is a single-use Bib Tag. In order to receive an accurate time, please confirm your bib is: Clearly visible on the front of the torso Unaltered and unmodified (Do not fold or wrinkle) Not covered (i.e. jackets, runner belts, water bottles, etc.)

Weather Policy

Race officials may cancel, delay or change the event in case of extreme weather or other conditions that may affect the safety and health of the participants. In the event of cancellation, refunds will not be issued. For the latest weather information regarding each event on race day of the event, please follow us on Twitter @500festival.

Race Regulations

Participants will:
  • Not be allowed to participate without a visible bib number
  • Not be allowed on the course before the official start
  • Not participate with another person’s number
  • Obey all directions by course marshals, police, and safety personnel (streets will not be completely closed)
The 500 Festival Miler Series, presented by OrthoIndy, is open to both runners and walkers. A time limit of 18 minutes per mile is required, after which, participants will be required to board the trail vehicle.

Unregistered participants, unauthorized vehicles, bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, in-line skates, strollers, baby joggers, and animals are prohibited along the course. All race regulations comply with liability insurance requirements and ensure your safety and the fairness of the event. For your safety and the safety of others, please allow room for faster individuals to pass you. If you are running and walking with friends, please do
not line up more than two abreast. We will be utilizing partial lane closures during each event. Please stay alert for vehicular traffic.
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