Women's Running Festival featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K

2026 Indiana Women's Running Festival

Half Marathon, 10K, & the Inspiring Women 5K!

Enjoy the fall colors in Carmel

The largest women-only Half Marathon event in Indiana

Enjoy the fall colors in Carmel by joining us in one of the three distances offered: half marathon, 10K and 5K. The half marathon is one of the ten largest, female-only half marathons in the US. To show our support for women's sports, it is the ONLY women's half marathon that pays a top-20 cash purse.

Event Highlights

• Competitiveness: Known for its big race feel with small town hospitality, the event offers competitive fields.
• Awards: Top-3 age group awards in all distances.
• Participation: 34 states were represented in 2025.
• Atmosphere: An electric atmosphere that has attracted ladies from all over the US!

Community Spirit

• Support: Women encouraging and supporting women makes it a special day.
• Running Together: Toeing the line with friends and family, participating for themselves or others.
• Scenic Course: A beautiful run with shade, parks, ponds, and trees.
• Post-Race Party: The wonderful post-race area party in Civic Square offers more than most larger marathon events including free food, treats, and adult beverages.

Logistics

• Parking: Free parking at the Expo and on race day!
• Accessibility: Within walking distance of shopping, restaurants, and more!
• Special Experience: There is something special at a women-only event.
• Join Us: Join us to see what everyone is talking about.

For more information, visit our website: Women's Running Festival.