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Saturday, October 17th, 2026
3 Civic Square, Carmel IN
Half · 10K · 5K · 1 Mile
47–65°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years
2025
49–73°F
dry
2024
36–60°F
dry
2023
48–60°F
dry
2022
37–48°F
dry
2021
44–63°F
dry
2020
35–60°F
dry
2019
41–56°F
dry
2018
39–52°F
dry
2017
45–64°F
dry
2016
66–80°F
dry
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About this race
2026 Indiana Women's Running Festival
Half Marathon, 10K, & the Inspiring Women 5K!
Some races are about the Finish Line. This one is about the women beside you!
Whether you're running the Half Marathon, 10K, or Inspiring Women 5K, you'll enjoy beautiful fall miles through Carmel before celebrating with thousands of incredible women at one unforgettable finish line party. Join us during breast cancer awareness month to cheer and celebrate all.
Grab your friends and experience what makes this race so special.
Plus you will enjoy:
- Fall colors and temps: Experience the beauty of autumn as you run.
- Age group awards: Three deep in all three event distances.
- Beautiful courses: Run through parks and along the popular Monon Greenway.
- Free pancakes and beverages: Celebrate your day with delicious refreshments.
- Free parking: Available at the Expo and on race day.
- 34 states represented: Join runners from across the country!
There is something special at a women-only event. Join ladies of all ages on October 17th in Carmel, Indiana.
For more information and to register, visit the race page: Women's Running Festival.
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Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Oct 16 – 18, 2026.
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