Middlebury Summer Festival 5k and 1 mile

EVENT INFORMATION:

The Parade 5k race runs the Elkhart County Fair Parade route with thousands of spectators. Temperatures are usually very warm. Be sure to hydrate the day before and morning of the race if hot temperatures are forecast. We recommend that all competitors have trained prior to this run and are able to complete the 5K in 50 minutes or less. The Parade will follow the last runner on the route, which is why we need competitors to finish in a timely manor. Respectfully, this event is not intended for casual walkers or anyone that will have difficulty finishing the course. Running with strollers is acceptable, but please no pets. Costumes are also always fun to see!

• To guarantee a race shirt, please register by July 1, 2026.

• Prizes for Top male and female finishers

• Check-in will take place at Corporate Tent 1 located on the northeast end of the fairgrounds, directly north of the race track (near gate 5) the day of the race from 10am-11:30am. This is is when you will pick up your race shirt and race number bib. You must pick up these items prior to the race to be able to participate.

• All registered runners will be bused to the starting line at Rogers Park by Cardinal Buses. Those without the current issued Parade 5K race number will NOT be allowed to use the transportation provided, nor run in the race.

• The race itself begins approximately at 1:20 pm or whenever the race route can be completely cleared.

• Two water stations are available during the route, as well as ice towels at the finish line.

• Results will be displayed at Wattsmytime.com & www.runsignup.com

*Bandits will not be tolerated! -all participants must be showing their official race number to start the race. Race organizers will be checking to ensure the race is fair to all participants that sign up officially.

*A youth mile fun run may take place on the horse track before the finish of the Parade 5K, but is separate from this event. Those interested should visit 4hfair.org for more information.

We sincerely appreciate all of you that have properly supported this race over the years or for the very first time!

The 11th Annual Rock the Quarry Triathlon and Mile Swim scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026 at the beautiful Fidler Pond Park located in Goshen, Indiana. Formerly a rock quarry, the pond will be open to the public for this sprint triathlon and mile swim, which is the only day of the year people are permitted to swim in the quarry. The quarry’s pristine water make this event a special destination swim experience!

Sprint Triathlon- This competitive but shorter sprint-distance race is great for both veteran and novice athletes.

500 Yard Swim: If you are comfortable swimming in open water, you will absolutely love this rare opportunity to swim in a quarry nestled in a picturesque setting. The course is a triangular counter-clockwise course beginning and ending at the same point.

15.8-Mile Bike: This is a flat, out-and-back course with both right and left turns. The first section extends through an industrial park and then into the country to Millersburg and back.

5K Run: This course is two laps (3.1 miles) on the flat aggregate track that encircles Fidler Pond. While on the course runners are able to see the rest of the field, and there are plenty of great spots for spectators to cheer.

Mile Swim Event- If you like to swim in open water, you will absolutely love this opportunity to swim in thispristine quarry. The deep, clean, clear water makes for quite the swim experience! The Mile Swim Event will be set up in a counter-clockwise course, tracing the perimeter of the pond. Swimmers will be chip-timed, and timing will end upon crossing a timing mat placed on land at water’s edge of the swim exit

Come join us to "Walk for Rare, Run for Hope!" on the gorgeous Pumpkinvine Trail in Shipshewana. This is a benefit run/walk where all proceeds are going to further patients' care.

This will be an out-and-back run at our new clinic, located just next to the trail and the Cove youth center. We will have free snacks, a water station, and bake sale items available by donation. A clock will be available if you would like to track your own time, and medals will be awarded to the top 3 males and 3 females.

We will be offering a big wheel race for kids ages 3-7. (big wheels will be provided)

DAY OF INSTRUCTIONS:

• Day of registration is available; shirts cannot be guaranteed.

• Registration will begin at 8:00am

• You will want to park in the upfront parking lot of the clinic or across the street by the dog park if the parking lot is full.

• If coming from SR 5 you will turn onto North Street. Continue straight at the Morton St intersection. Our Clinic will be on your left. If you have any issues finding our building, please contact Jessica at 260-593-0108 ext 118.

AFTER EVENT

• AMISH BAKE SALE

• SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM

All available by free will donation

About The Community Health Clinic

The Community Health Clinic is a 501(c)(3) non-profit healthcare facility located in Shipshewana, Indiana, that provides specialized genetics care consistent with Amish and Mennonite (Plain) values. The CHC provides clinical genetic services to all individuals, regardless of religion, race or age.

Services include, but are not limited to, clinical genetics, genetic counseling, newborn screening follow-up, diet management, and individualized care coordination.

We also partner with the Community Dental Clinic, which provides quality and affordable dental health care.

Our Mission… To provide excellent and affordable medical care consistent with the needs of the Amish, Mennonite and other rural northern Indiana communities, with a focus on individuals and families with special healthcare needs.

We embrace, incorporate and promote participation in research to advance medical knowledge and improve care.