Run With Shears

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Next to the Indiana Statehouse, firefighters and police officers from across the state who gave their lives in the line of duty are memorialized. Join fellow EMS professionals to create an addition to this memorial for emergency medical technicians and paramedics who lost their lives serving our communities.

💰 Fundraising Goals

• Objective: Help us continue to raise funds for this project.
• Event Date: May 16, 2026.
• Occasion: Kick-off National EMS Week.
• Host: Proudly hosted by the Indiana EMS Association.

🏅 Race Details

We are one of the only EMS 5k races in the United States and annually host hundreds of runners, walkers, and EMS professionals from across the Midwest. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome to participate in this annual event along the scenic Downtown Canal in the heart of Indianapolis.

• Course: Fast and flat USATF sanctioned course.
• Awards: Elite awards, medals, and shirts.
• Inclusivity: Children and strollers are also welcome.

👶 Kid’s 911 Yard Dash

Again this year we’ve added the Kid’s 911 Yard Dash. Bring the kids and get them moving.

• Registration: You may register your kid for $5.
• Medals: Kids participating will receive a medal.

🛍️ Extra Offerings

Purchase Challenge Coins.

📅 Event Location

Indiana State Museum Lawn, Indianapolis, IN.

🔗 More Information

For more details, visit the official race page.