Sam Costa Half Marathon and Quarter Marathon - presented by Indy Runners and Walkers

Event Overview

The Oldest Race in the State of Indiana and the Flagship Race of our club - Indy Runners and Walkers! Initiated in 1970 by educators and coaches from Carmel High School, and managed by our volunteer led, not-for-profit club since the early 80's, Sam Costa has the legacy, charm, and friendly participant experience you would expect from a race put on by runners for runners.

Race Details

• Date: 2026-03-21
• Location: 12900 Hazel Dell Parkway, Carmel, IN
• Distance Options: Half Marathon and Quarter Marathon
• Time Limit: 3-hour time limit for the Costa: 13:44 pace for the Half Marathon (27:28 for the Quarter)

Who Should Participate

• Half Marathon: A test of early season fitness for those who train all winter.
• Quarter Marathon: Provides a distance to build on for those with aspirations for longer events later in the Spring.
• Walkers: Strongly encouraged to select the Quarter Marathon.
• Everyone: The Sam Costa has a place for you!

Community Impact

The Sam Costa is brought to you by Indy Runners and Walkers, Indiana's largest RRCA-affiliated running and walking club. All net proceeds from the race benefit the Indianapolis running and walking community by providing high school scholarships, the healthy promotion of walking and running as a lifestyle activity and competitive sport, seasonal training programs, community runs/walks, and so much more.

Special Acknowledgments

Special thanks to our hosts at Northview Church in Carmel, the Costa venue since 2006, for their hospitality and for providing a warm indoor space in their Student Activity Center for pre-race and post-race activities.

More Information

For more details, please visit the race website: Sam Costa Half Marathon and Quarter Marathon.