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Welcome to the 8-Hour Dream Endurance Race — Indiana’s Largest Endurance Running Event!

The Dream is a fixed-duration endurance race with one simple goal: go as far as you can in eight hours. Run, walk, or stroll — every mile counts. Held on Butler University’s iconic campus, The Dream has become the largest endurance running event in Central Indiana and continues to break participation records year after year. In fact, the event has sold out FIVE years in a row, driven by an incredibly high percentage of returning runners.

Spending a full day outside historic Hinkle Fieldhouse feels like a "running tailgate" — part competition, part celebration — all while testing your physical and mental limits. It’s an experience you won’t forget.

The Course

Throughout the day, participants can choose between:

• The Long Course (5K)

• The Short Course (1.91 miles)

Runners may switch between courses at any time to manage strategy, seek shade, or dial in a target distance. Both courses feature the now-famous Bulldog’s Revenge Hill, a defining challenge of The Dream.

Ways to Participate: There are three ways to be part of the action:

• SOLO – Take on all eight hours yourself

• TEAM – Share the challenge with teammates

• Cat Nap 5K – A single-loop 5K starting at the same time as The Dream, perfect for family and friends who want to join the opening lap with SOLO runners

Team Categories & Divisions include:

• Categories: Female, Male and Coed

• Divisions within each category: 3–4 person team or 5–6 person team

Coed Team Requirements:

• 3–4 Person Teams: 3 runners → minimum 1 female | 4 runners → minimum 2 females

• 5–6 Person Teams: 5 runners → minimum 2 females | 6 runners → minimum 3 females

RC Cup is Back: The coveted cup goes to a local running club logging the most miles. Four different running clubs have captured The Cup over the last seven years. Will we have a new club take home the trophy in 2026

• Run Clubs must be certified nonprofit running clubs with non-profit status

• Require 6-person coed teams (3 males, 3 females)

• Running clubs can only enter one team in the RC Cup, but may also enter additional teams in the OPEN division

Post-Race Celebration: What truly sets The Dream apart is more than the miles: The post-race party includes a FREE cookout, live music, beer garden and the Podium Ceremonies. After a long day, free food, drink and smiles is the only way to close the book on The Dream.

Whether you’re chasing miles, cheering teammates, or soaking in the atmosphere, The Dream delivers eight unforgettable hours.

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.

Ho Ho Ho,

Oh What Fun it is to Run in the Sun (and Shade)

and Earn Some Chillin' Summer Xmas Swag!

*Join Us to Celebrate Our 10th Anniversary!!

Jingle Jolly Saturday July 25, 2026!

• 6:00am - 6:45am Packet Pickup/Check-In Opens For Half Marathon, Big Lug Canteen (Backside)!

• 7:00am Half Marathon Starts

• 6:30am - 7:15am Packet Pickup Opens for the 5K.

• 7:30am 5K Starts

• 8:30am Post Race Christmas Party Begins!!!

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.