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Saturday, September 26th, 2026
309 School Dr., Wanatah IN
5K
57–76°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
53–78°F
dry
2024
55–76°F
dry
2023
61–77°F
rain
2022
51–62°F
dry
2021
55–76°F
dry
2020
61–84°F
dry
2019
57–70°F
dry
2018
54–69°F
dry
2017
67–92°F
dry
2016
58–69°F
rain
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Sep 26
Cloudy · 48–69°F
Saturday, Sep 26starts near 48°F · 2% chance of rain · wind up to 7 mph
About this race
Event Overview
The Scarecrow Stampede is part of the Wanatah Scarecrow Festival.
Registration Information
- Advanced Registration: July 16th- September 11th, 2026 - $30
- Late Registration: September 12th- September 25th, 2026 - $35
- Race Day Registration: $35
Race Day Details
- Packet Pick-up: Begins at 7:00 AM
- Race Start Time: 8:00 AM
Awards and Categories
- Award Categories: Top overall male and female finishers
- Master Categories: Top male and female masters
- Age Groups: Top male and female finishers in each age group: 10 & Under: 11-12: 13-14: 15-19: 20-24: 25-29: 30-34: 35-39: 40-44: 45-49: 50-54: 55-59: 60-64: 65-69: 70-75: 75+
- 3K Walk: Non-competitive: no awards
Shirt and Timing Information
- Shirt Availability: Sizes guaranteed only if registered by September 11th
- Timing Service: Computerized Timing is provided by T&H Timing
Course Restrictions
- No Dogs: Dogs are not allowed on the course
- No Strollers: Strollers, bicycles, in-line skates, scooters, or wheeled vehicles are prohibited
Event Link
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Sep 25 – 27, 2026.
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