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

🏃‍♂️ Welcome to the Race!

Everyone is welcome—runners, walkers, and beginners! Join us for the Maple Syrup 5K run/walk or the Maple 1-mile run/walk for kids 13 and under. After the race, spend time with family and friends enjoying the Maple Syrup Festival and the charming local shops.

📅 Race Information

• Date & Time: Saturday, April 25, 2026
• Maple 1-Mile Runs: 7:30 AM
• Maple Syrup 5K: 8:00 AM
• Location: Northwood Middle School, 301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573

Note: If you would like to participate in both the 1-mile race and the 5K, please use the combo option when registering.

💰 Earn Refunds with Friend Referrals!

Earn money back just by inviting friends — share your unique Referral Link after registering and get a $15 refund for every 3 friends who join the 5K (up to $20 after 6 friends) or $5 refund for every 3 friends in the 1 Mile (up to $10 after 6 friends) — refunds are automatically applied and cannot exceed your original registration cost.

💵 Registration Fees:

• November 23–30: 5K is $15, 1 Mile Run is $5, and the 1 Mile & 5K Combo is $17.
• December 1–31: 5K is $18, 1 Mile Run is $8, and the Combo is $23.
• January 1–31: 5K is $20, 1 Mile Run is $10, and the Combo is $25.
• April 1–25: 5K is $28, 1 Mile Run is $15, and the Combo is $40.

Online registration ends on April 25, 2025, at 7:50 AM.

👶 Participation Guidelines:

For the 5K & Combo race, kids who want to walk or run must be at least 6 years old on race day. All kids aged 6 and up participating must be registered.

For the 1 Mile 12/U race, kids who want to walk or run must be at least 4 years old on race day. All kids aged 4 to 12 participating must be registered.

For the 1 Mile 13/U race, kids who want to walk or run must be at least 13 years old on race day. All kids aged 13 and up participating must be registered.

🍼 Stroller Guidelines:

• Strollers are allowed in both the 5K and 1-Mile events.
• No bikes, scooters, skates, rollerblades, or similar items are allowed in any event.
• Parents or guardians are responsible for their child’s safety in the stroller.

👕 Registration Deadline for T-shirt Guarantee:

Register before March 15, 2025, to secure your race t-shirt. After March 15, 2026, t-shirt availability will be on a first come, first served basis, or choose the no shirt option and save $5.00.

🐶 Guidelines for Dogs Attending the Event:

• All dogs must be kept on a non-retractable leash and under supervision at all times.
• Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs.
• Any dog displaying aggressive behavior toward people or other dogs must be immediately removed from the event by its owner.
• Dogs are not allowed in the middle school gym. We apologize for the inconvenience.

🕒 Additional Information:

• Chip Timing: Chip timing by Watts My Time
• No Refunds: No refunds on registrations!
• Parking: Available at Northwood Middle School and Wakarusa Elementary School (400 N Washington St, Wakarusa, IN 46573)

For more details, please visit the official race page: Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival 5K.