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Sunday, October 11th, 2026
602 F Street, La Porte IN
5K
49–66°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
48–65°F
dry
2024
50–79°F
dry
2023
42–64°F
rain
2022
54–70°F
rain
2021
65–78°F
rain
2020
56–75°F
dry
2019
39–67°F
rain
2018
46–55°F
dry
2017
54–61°F
rain
2016
55–71°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Please join us for the second annual Slicer Performing Arts Club (SPArC) 5K run and walk. Runners, joggers, trotters, and walkers are welcome to come out to support the fine arts at La Porte High School.
Course Details
- Start Location: La Porte High School
- Course Route: Through surrounding neighborhoods to Kesling Park before returning to the High School
- Celebration: Victory celebration at the High School
- Weather Policy: Come join us, RAIN OR SHINE!
Awards
- Medals: Awarded to the best overall men/women
- Age Group Awards: Top finishers in each age group
Mini Slicer Sprint
For 4th Graders and under, there is the Mini Slicer Sprint! A mad dash to the finish line before the main event for all those future Slicers! All Mini Slicer Sprint participants will receive a medal when they cross the finish line.
Special Giveaway
- Beanie: The first 100 registered runners will get a limited edition black and orange SPARC beanie!
Parking Information
- Primary Parking: South Lot at La Porte High School, enter off of 10th Street
- Additional Parking: North lot at the high school, enter off I Street
About SPArC
SPArC is a non-profit organization that supports all the performing arts at La Porte High School. All proceeds will go directly to the students and their programs, including: The La Porte Marching Band, Show Choir, Jazz Band, Orchestra, Performing Arts Center, Color and Winter Guards, and all other musicians, thespians, singers, and performing Slicers!
More Information
For more details, visit the race page: SPArC 5K Run and Walk.
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