3 running events in La Porte, Indiana

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.)

Proceeds from this event will support Riley's Children's Hospital in Indianapolis!

Event details and schedule

Date: May 2

The LPHS Chameleon Color Run will open the gates for registration at 9AM. Kick off for the race will begin at 10AM. Please park toward the back of the main parking lot of the LP County Fairgrounds and enter the gate to bring you into Midway. Please bring your waivers (or pick up the waiver at registration). After the race, stay for hot dogs and chips! Participants will receive one free hot dog and bag of chips. Food will be available for non-participants for a $3 fee. Please join us a morning of fun!