Pumpkin Run and (Free Kid Mile Run)

As our county recognizes the country's 250th birthday, Freedom Fest 2026 in Kosciusko County will consist of many activities, including our 5k Run/Race.

On June 6th, the Freedom Fest 5k will begin and end at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. The route will take runners through the small community of Winona Lake.

The run/race will benefit LITE Recovery, who provides services such as; Peer Recovery coaching, transportation, transitional housing, and much more!

This year we want to celebrate America's 250th Birthday! Sign up for the STARS & STRIPES 5k or 10k and receive a special Miles That Matter Medal when you cross the finish line.

Get ready for an incredible morning of movement, purpose, and community! Join us on July 11, 2025 for the ACTS Miles That Matter Run/Walk 5K & 10K in beautiful Warsaw, Indiana. This annual event brings runners and walkers together for an inspiring experience on one of the most scenic courses in the area. Participants will enjoy stunning views of Pike Lake and finish strong as the course winds through the beautiful Beyer Farm Trail. Many runners say it’s a course they look forward to every year, and once you experience it, you’ll see why! Water stations will be available along the route to keep you refreshed and energized along the way.

Both the 5K and 10K races are professionally timed, so you can expect quick and accurate results shortly after you cross the finish line. The 5K includes 5-year age group divisions, with awesome awards for the top three finishers in each age group. The 10K features 9-year age group divisions, also awards to the top three in each category. In addition, we will celebrate the overall male and female winners in both race distances.

After the race, relax and celebrate your achievement with refreshments waiting at the finish, including fruit and cookies. Our event is proudly timed by TH Timing, known as one of the best race timing teams in the area, ensuring a smooth and professional race-day experience.

Most importantly, every step you take makes a difference. By participating in the Miles That Matter Run/Walk. Lace up your shoes, bring your friends and family, and come run or walk with purpose—because every mile truly matters! 🏃‍♂️✨

There is an entry fee for online registration and taxes.

Pre-registration is open now until July 5th. Includes t-shirt and fee is $25 plus fees. After July 5th registration is $30 plus fees and no shirt is guaranteed.

5K age group: 14 & under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65 & over

10K age group: 16 & under; 17-25; 26-34; 35-43; 44-52; 53 & over.

NOTE A: Registrations placed October 1st or later will NOT include a shirt, but will still receive swag bags and be eligible for prize drawings & the finisher / winner medals. Past years' event shirts will be available for purchase ($5) if desired.

NOTE B: There will be NO paper registration forms for same-day registration. On race day, all registrations will be submitted online through this website so that racer data is in the system at race start. If you prefer to use the paper form, you can download it on the webpage below and drop it by Heartline on or before Thursday, October 8th so we can enter your registration manually.

RACE INFO / FAQ PAGE: https://heartlinepregnancycenter.org/donut-dash-5k/

HELP US REACH OUR $30,000 FUNDRAISING GOAL!

All Heartline services are free to clients, meaning we're entirely dependent on the generosity of our community to continue serving the most vulnerable hearts in our area - and the Donut Dash is one of our major fundraisers during the year. THANK YOU for taking part in this important work!

Heartline's 5K Walk/Run for Life Donut Dash starts and finishes at the Kosciusko Health Pavilion (1515 Provident Drive, Warsaw, IN) and winds through the picturesque Lake City Greenway. This year's event will be on Saturday, October 10, 2026 beginning at 10:00 am (check-in /packet pickup starts at 8:30am). Each participant who registers by September 30th will receive an event shirt in their size.

YES, THERE ARE MEDALS! Along with winner's medals for each gender/age group, ALL finishers get a medal!

Awards will be given for the top 3 male and female finishers in each age category. Awards are also given for the Donut Dash Champions: the top three male and female finishers who eat a donut at each station (10 and under are only required to eat donut holes). The Donut Dash is a timed event (Tempo Run Timing).

Age Categories: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+