Indianapolis, Indiana · Saturday, January 10, 2026
The Winter Night Trail Run is a 10.62k, half marathon, running, and trail running event held on Saturday, January 10, 2026. It is located at Walnut Point Road in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Round #1 of the Indy Sprint Triathlon is happening Saturday, July 18 in Indianapolis, IN! This is the first of 2 races held at beautiful Eagle Creek Park, and is perfect for all ages* and abilities - from beginners to veterans, and everything in between!
All ages* and abilities can choose between the Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, or Triathlon/Duathlon Relay (2-3 people).
Highlights include soft-style shirts, plus overall, age-group and division awards! We also offer a $5 Refund Referral Program for recruiting other registrants!
*Must be at least 14 on December 31, 2026 to compete.
Event Options
Triathlon - 500m Swim, 10 mi Bike, 3 mi Run
Duathlon - 2 mi Run, 10 mi Bike, 3 mi Run
Aquabike - 500m Swim, 10 mi Bike
Triathlon Relay (2-3 ppl) - 500m Swim, 10 mi Bike, 3 mi Run
Duathlon Relay (2 ppl) - 2 mi Run, 10 mi Bike, 3 mi Run
Shirts & Awards
Register by Thursday, July 9 to be guaranteed an awesome, softstyle T-shirt. Shirts come in Unisex sizing - choose accordingly when registering.
The Gateway Gallop is a community event that raises funds to support west side trails. Proceeds benefit the B&O Trail Association and the White Lick Creek and Vandalia Trail Alliance, helping advance trail development and maintenance across our community.
Each year, we are proud to be fueled by The Breakfast Company, who generously provides breakfast for race day. The pancakes are cooked and served hot by the amazing Wayne Township Fire Department, a race-day tradition our participants look forward to every year.
Come run, walk, or stroll, enjoy great pancakes, and support local trails while making a lasting impact in our community.
For the 14th year, our Iron Eagle Paddle & Run fundraiser is set for Saturday, August 8,2026 at Eagle Creek Park! This adventure race is motivated by our desire to raise funds for the betterment of Eagle Creek Park (100% of proceeds benefit Eagle Creek Park!). The race is open to all ages. Solo and 2 or 3-person teams are all welcome! 3-person teams are not eligible for prizes
Please join us for a trail run through one of the nation's largest city parks while catching a glimpse of the park's wonderful scenery. Competitors have the option to bring their own kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddle board, or rent a boat in advance through Eagle Creek Outfitters. All participants bringing their own water craft are required to bring a PFD (personal flotation device), otherwise known as a life jacket.
The race includes the following segments:
2.6 mile trail run - from the beach to the marina
1.5 mile paddle
2.6 mile trail run back to the beach area
The course is set up similar to a triathlon with a transition area where you can stage your gear for each leg.
Boat Rentals (BOOK IN ADVANCE): Rental site expected to open in late April, please make sure to come back and secure your rental if registering before thenhttps://wheelfunrentals.com/in/indianapolis/eagle-creek-outfitters/tours/iron-eagle-paddle-run-iron-eagle-paddle-run/
Eagle Creek Outfitters & Adventure Outpost will donate $10 of each boat rental to the Eagle Creek Park Foundation.
All Eagle Creek Park Foundation members receive $10 off race entry. Email [email protected] to retrieve your race registration code. Visit http://eaglecreekpark.org to become a Foundation member.
***Dogs are not allowed this year. We love them, but the trails are not wide enough.
Check in / boat drop off will take place at the Marina between 6:30am and 7:30am
The race will begin at the beach area at 8:00 am.
The RUN(317) Series celebrates the unique people, neighborhoods, businesses and charities of the (317)! RUN(317) Speedway is the last in the 5 race Series. Participants can register for as many races in the series as their schedules allow them. Each Thursday Night run is followed by a high energy post-race party sponsored by Arthur Murray Dance Center featuring a DJ, local craft beer, food, games and community partners.
On Thursday, August 20th, 2026, we are excited to have runners/walkers from all over the Indianapolis area spend their evening in Speedway. The race starts at 7 p.m.
Participants can choose to run/walk or virtually do a 3.17 mile course through the streets of the Speedway. Starting and ending on beautiful Main Street, this flat, fast courses feature views of historic neighborhoods and the World Famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Each participant will receive:
Awesome One of Kind RUN(317) Speedway Medal
2 FREE Beer/Wine/Seltzer Tickets (in person participants only)
Penn Station Free Sandwich Coupon
RUN(317) will be donating a portion of the proceeds from the Speedway event to the Speedway Lions Club
For those joining us virtually, we will be using the Free RaceJoy App to instantly upload your RUN(317) miles! Run, utilizing the RaceJoy App, August 20th, 2026, or utilize your favorite monitoring device and manually upload your results. Only times uploaded through RaceJoy will qualify for the Beat the Clock competition.
Four friends launched BirdiesRunClub in March 2025 at Celebration Plaza Amphitheater, right at the heart of Indianapolis's Canal Walk. Their vision was simple but clear: blend fitness with genuine friendship in a space where pace matters less than presence. Every Friday evening, about 25 runners show up to move together along the scenic canal routes, with multiple pace groups ensuring no one runs alone. The crew welcomes all backgrounds and abilities, treating each gathering as an opportunity to share stories, laughter, and the kind of connection that happens when people move through a city together. BirdiesRunClub has quietly become a fixture in Indianapolis's running landscape, proving that the best runs aren't always the fastest ones.