2027 500 Festival Running Events
Indianapolis, IN
Sat, May 8, 2027
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Saturday, May 8th, 2027
Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis IN
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50–69°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
45–65°F
rain
2025
55–69°F
dry
2024
57–80°F
dry
2023
58–75°F
rain
2022
46–68°F
dry
2021
36–57°F
dry
2020
37–54°F
dry
2019
50–79°F
dry
2018
48–74°F
dry
2017
37–62°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: May 8, 2027
- Location: Downtown Indianapolis, IN
- Events: IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K
- Participants: Over 20,000 from around the world
Why Join Us?
- Experience: Voted "America's Best Half Marathon"
- Volunteers: Hundreds of friendly volunteers to help you
- Entertainment: Nearly 50 entertainment groups along the course
- History: Be part of an iconic event's legendary history
Registration Links
- Mini-Marathon Registration: Register here
- 5K Registration: Register here
- Volunteer Sign-Up: Opportunities available!
- More Information: Visit our website
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