Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Indianapolis
Indianapolis' Hometown Half offers a local-themed celebration with custom medals and designer shirts.
Race Date
Sep 6, 2026
Location
Indianapolis, IN
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, September 6, 2026
- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50m, 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Volunteer then Run, Virtual Run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k in Indianapolis is a community-focused event designed for runners of all ages and abilities. This local-themed race provides a festive atmosphere with quality giveaways, including designer shirts and custom medals for all distances, from the 1-mile fun run to the half marathon.
Runners can expect chip-timing with live results and awards, with pacers available for the half marathon to help achieve goals. The course is designed to be fast, with minimal elevation changes, making it a potential PR course. Delicious treats and free photos await finishers, adding to the celebratory feel of race day.
This event emphasizes family-friendly participation, with youth-based pricing for shorter distances and a free kids' dash option for those 10 and under who don't require swag. Registering by the early deadline guarantees a shirt, ensuring participants go home with memorable race gear.
Race-provided description
Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Pacers for the half marathon
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, September 6, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
White River State Park, Indianapolis, IN, 46204
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 9 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 78°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
60°
Afternoon (High)
78°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
67%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Indianapolis?
The Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Indianapolis is held on Sunday, September 6, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Indianapolis take place?
It takes place in Indianapolis, Indiana.
What distances does the Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Indianapolis offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50m, 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Volunteer then Run, Virtual Run.
Is the Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Indianapolis course flat and good for a PR?
The Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Indianapolis is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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