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

🏃‍♂️ Maple Syrup 5K & Maple 1-Mile Run/Walk

Saturday, April 25, 2026
Location: NorthWood Middle School
301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573

👨‍👩‍👧 Everyone is Welcome!

• Inclusive Event: 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)
• Combo Option: Participate in both races!
• Post-Race Fun: Enjoy delicious maple treats and explore downtown Wakarusa.

⏰ Race Day Schedule

• Maple 1-Mile Runs: 7:30 AM
• 12 & Under Run: Starts at 7:30 AM
• Competitive 13 & Older: Run/Walk begins at 8:00 AM

📦 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: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
• Location: NorthWood Middle School
  301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573

Please use Doors 17 only on Friday Night.

🎟️ Race Day Packet Pick-Up

• Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
• Time: 6:00 – 7:50 AM
• Location: NorthWood Middle School
  301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573

Please use Doors 17 & 13.

👕 T-Shirt Guarantee

Register by March 15, 2026, to guarantee your race t-shirt! After that date, shirts will be available on a first come, first served basis. 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 are welcome in both events! Please note: No bikes, scooters, skates, rollerblades, or similar items. Parents/guardians are responsible for their child’s safety while in a stroller.

🐾 Pet Policy

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

🅿️ Timing, Parking, and Policies

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

🔗 Learn More

For more information, visit: Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival 5K