Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival 5K Run / Walk and Maple 1 Mile Run / Walk

Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival 5K & Maple 1-Mile Run/Walk

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Location: NorthWood Middle School
301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573

Event Overview

• Everyone is Welcome: Runners, walkers, and beginners — join us for a fun, family-friendly event during the Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival!
• Choose from: Maple Syrup 5K Run/Walk, Maple 1-Mile Run/Walk (for kids 13 & under), or run both with the Combo Option!
• Enjoy Maple Treats: After the race, explore the charming local shops of downtown Wakarusa.

Race Day Schedule

Maple 1-Mile Runs – 7:30 AM

• 12 & Under Run
• Competitive 13 & Older Run/Walk

Maple Syrup 5K – 8:00 AM

If you’d like to participate in both races, please select the Combo Option during registration.

Packet Pick-Up Information

We strongly encourage Friday Night pickup to avoid race-day delays.

Friday Night Packet Pick-Up

• Date: Friday, April 24, 2026
• Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
• Location: NorthWood Middle School
  301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573
• Doors: Please use Doors 17 only on Friday Night

Race Day Packet Pick-Up

• Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
• Time: 6:30 – 7:50 AM
• Location: NorthWood Middle School
  301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573
• Doors: Please use Doors 17 & 13

T-Shirt Guarantee

• Registration Deadline: Register by April 4, 2026, to guarantee your race t-shirt!
• Shirt Availability: After that date, shirts will be available on a first come, first served basis.
• No Shirt Option: Prefer no shirt? Choose the no-shirt option and save $5!

Participant Age Guidelines

• 5K & Combo: Participants must be at least 6 years old on race day.
• 1-Mile 12 & Under: Participants must be ages 4–12 on race day.
• 1-Mile 13 & Older: Participants must be 13 or older on race day. All participants must be registered.

Stroller Policy

• Strollers: Strollers are welcome in both events!
• Safety Note: Parents/guardians are responsible for their child’s safety while in a stroller.
• Prohibited Items: No bikes, scooters, skates, rollerblades, or similar items.

Pet Policy

• Pets: Although we love our furry friends, pets are not allowed at any event due to safety concerns.
• Service Animals: Certified service animals are always welcome.

Timing, Parking, and Policies

• Chip Timing: Provided by Watts My Time
• Refund Policy: No Refunds
• Parking: Available at NorthWood Middle School and Wakarusa Elementary School (400 N Washington St, Wakarusa, IN 46573)

For More Information

Visit the official race page.