Prairie Trails Club 5K Run/3K Walk on the Erie Trail and The Grand Kankakee Marsh Trail

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• Earth Day 5k Family Fun Run/Walk [runsignup.com]

  Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  Join us for the Earth Day 5K Family Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, April 25, 2026, benefitting the La Porte City Park Foundation! This race is an official 2026 Calumet Region Striders Gold Cup Series...

  Join us for the Earth Day 5K Family Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, April 25, 2026, benefitting the La Porte City Park Foundation! This race is an official 2026 Calumet Region Striders Gold Cup Series event. The course will be a beautiful loop around Clear Lake with an out‑and‑back section on the Chessie Trail.

  Start/Finish Location: Dennis F. Smith Amphitheater, La Porte, IN 46350

  Celebrate Earth Day and support your local parks by participating in this eco‑friendly event. All proceeds from the race will go toward park improvements and environmental initiatives in our community. Whether you're a seasoned runner earning Gold Cup Series points or just looking for a fun outdoor activity with family and friends, this event is for you!

  Event Highlights:

  🌱 Timed 5K Run/Walk through scenic park trails (Gold Cup points eligible)

  🌸 Family-friendly atmosphere with activities for all ages

  🎖 Sustainable medals for finishers

  Complimentary water and donuts at the start line

  Earth‑Friendly Shirt Option 🌿

  Race shirts are optional to help reduce waste.

  A race shirt costs approximately $10 to produce.

  If you choose “No Shirt,” we won’t order a shirt for you, and that $10 stays with the La Porte City Park Foundation to support local parks and environmental initiatives.

  Choose a shirt if you’ll truly wear it — choose No Shirt to make the biggest Earth Day impact.

  Let's run and walk together for a greener future! By participating, you’ll not only stay active but also help make a lasting environmental impact in La Porte.

  Don’t wait—register now and secure your spot to make this Earth Day unforgettable!

  • Early Bird (Now – March 17): $30 (ages 9+), $5 (ages 0-8)

  • Regular Registration (March 18 – April 11): $35 (ages 9+), $5 (ages 0-8) (Last chance to guarantee a shirt and medal!)

  • Late & Race Day Registration (April 12 – April 26): $40 (ages 9+), $5 (ages 0-8) (No guaranteed shirt or medal.)

  45.3 km
  Truesdell Ave, La Porte, Indiana, 46350, United States
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  5k Fun Run Run Trail Walk

• The Second Annual Run The Spectrum 5K [runsignup.com]

  Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  Join us on April 25th, 2026 for the Second Annual Run the Spectrum 5K at Coffee Creek Water Preserve in Chesterton Indiana . A community celebration of inclusion, awareness, and support for...

  Join us on April 25th, 2026 for the Second Annual Run the Spectrum 5K at Coffee Creek Water Preserve in Chesterton Indiana . A community celebration of inclusion, awareness, and support for individuals and families affected by autism. This uplifting event welcomes runners, walkers, families, and supporters of all ages and abilities.

  Participants can enjoy area featuring local nonprofits dedicated to autism support and advocacy, who will be on-site handing out resources, information, and giveaways. Stick around for complimentary snacks and beverages, perfect for refueling and connecting with fellow participants.

  Whether you're running for a cause, supporting a loved one, or simply enjoying a day of community fun, the Run the Spectrum 5K is an inspiring way to make a difference. Lace up, show up, and help us celebrate the diverse and beautiful spectrum of our community!

  46.7 km
  2401 Village Point, Chesterton, Indiana, 46304, United States
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  5k Run Walk

• Run Happy 50K (and other happy distances) [runsignup.com]

  Sat, May 02, 2026 at 7:45 AM

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  The Run Happy 50k (and other "happy" distances) event will take place on May 2, 2026 at Potato Creek State Park Nature Center in North Liberty, Indiana. This is a fun and relaxed event, great for...

  The Run Happy 50k (and other "happy" distances) event will take place on May 2, 2026 at Potato Creek State Park Nature Center in North Liberty, Indiana. This is a fun and relaxed event, great for walkers and runners. It is also perfect for families who want to run different distances all at at the same event!

  Course routes are clearly marked and the trails are broken in. Whether you're a running veteran, or a first-time trail runner, this is an event for you!

  The course is approximately a 10k loop. 50k runners will complete 5 loops, full marathon loops and route TBD (we will send you the map well ahead of the event), 1/2 marathon runners 2 loops (plus a small out and back), and 10k runners 1 loop.

  DISTANCES & START TIMES:

  • *50k | 8:00 am, you must start your 5th and final lap by 2:30pm

  • Marathon | 7:55 am

  • 1/2 Marathon | 7:50 am

  • 10k | 7:45 am

  *50k runners must start their 5th and final lap by 2:30pm. That is approximately a 15-minute mile pace.

  RULES & GUIDELINES

  • Pets are welcome to spectate but cannot run the course with runners/walkers.

  • No same-day sign ups.

  VOLUNTEER

  • Sign up to volunteer here: click this link.

  • No password needed to volunteer this year.

  PACKET PICKUP (Event-Day Pickup Available)

  • Early packet pickup time and location TBD

  • Saturday on event day at Potato Creek starting at 7:15 am.

  COURSE MAPS

  • 2026 course maps forthcoming.

  • Full Potato Creek Park Map. This map does not include running courses. It is for reference only.

  IMPORTANT DEADLINES & NOTES

  • Sign up by April 9, 2026 to receive a tee shirt.

  • All distances will be chip-timed by Watts My Time.

  45.5 km
  25601 North Main Street, Saint Joseph County, Indiana, 46554, United States
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  10k 13.1 Miles 26.2 Miles 50k Run Trail Walk

• Indiana Dunes Trail Work Series [runnersforpubliclands.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Tue, May 05, 2026 at 5:00 PM

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  Runner's for Public Lands (RPL) is excited to partner with Trailblazer Running and the National Park Service (NPS) to present the 2026 Indiana Dunes Trail Work Series.

  This project brings our local...

  Runner's for Public Lands (RPL) is excited to partner with Trailblazer Running and the National Park Service (NPS) to present the 2026 Indiana Dunes Trail Work Series.

  This project brings our local community of runners together to learn about and care for the living landscapes we run with. Through repetitive, hands-on service events with an educational component, we can share ecological values and create strong connections that inspire runners to care for the people and places they love.

  This Trail Work Series will include 4 independent trail work events, each with its own unique educational component. Based on the location of each trail work we have identified a relevant topic to learn about. The educational topics may include native vs. invasive flora, trail building/maintaining, and the importance of wetlands. We are working with the National Park Service to provide expert insights on these topics. Participants are not required to attend all four events but are encouraged to, and can earn prizes/incentives for attending multiple events.

  Each event will be approved by the NPS and led by Trailblazer Running volunteer leaders and NPS Staff and volunteers. All volunteers will be required to sign an NPS waiver before volunteering.

  Runners for Public Lands is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that builds inclusive running communities dedicated to protecting the environment. To bring our mission to life, we create pathways in local communities that connect runners with opportunities to learn about the lands and the people they are running with. We develop programs, resources, and events in partnership with cultural and environmental experts, established land stewarding organizations, indigenous leaders, and other non-profits. RPL’s mission doesn’t stop at awareness and education. Our ultimate goal is to inspire and spark action so that more runners want to get involved and actively care for the people in their community and the places where they run.

  49.2 km
  1100 N Mineral Springs Rd, Chesterton, Indiana, 46304, United States
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• Mayor's Youth Council COLOR FUN RUN [runsignup.com]

  Fri, May 08, 2026 at 5:00 PM

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  The Mayor's Youth Council's COLOR FUN RUN benefitting Valpo Parks is FUN for the whole family! This 1.5 mile course will include running, walking, and colorful fun along with various obstacle...

  The Mayor's Youth Council's COLOR FUN RUN benefitting Valpo Parks is FUN for the whole family! This 1.5 mile course will include running, walking, and colorful fun along with various obstacle stations to keep you on your toes! This family-friendly untimed event is great for all ages and abilities!

  EVENT DETAILS

  Date: Friday, May 8, 2026

  Time: 6:00 pm

  Location: Thomas Jefferson Middle School

  Registration Fees: Adults $25, Students: $15

  $10 off Family 4 Pack (2 𝘈𝘥𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 2 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴)

  ACTIVITIES

  Come for the run, stay for the fun! Before and after the race your family can enjoy a variety of FREE activities.

  PACKET PICK-UP

  Packet pick-up begins on-site at 5 pm. Run begins at 6 pm, waves will be released every 5 minutes.

  Each participant receives a white t-shirt with registration to FILL WITH COLOR (While supplies last).

  *Please note student pricing will be reflected in the cart after birthdate is entered.

  **Family discount- $10 off Family registration of 2 adults and 2 or more children! Must register all family members at same time for discount to apply.

  37.3 km
  1600 Roosevelt Rd, Valparaiso, Indiana, 46383, United States
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  1.5 Miles Fun Run Run Walk