6 running events in Porter County, Indiana
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Porter County
6 events in Porter County-
Mon, Jun 08, 2026 at 6:00 PMSee full details
Extra Mile Fitness Company YOUTH RUNNING CAMP! đđââď¸
For ages 5 -13
All abilities are welcome!
Camp Dates: MONDAYS
June 8
June 15
June 22
July 6
AND RACE DAY: One Mile Challenge July 11th.
Practices are 6:00-7:00 pm - arrive early for check-in at 5:45pm
Location:
Shelter 3, Dogwood Park S 23rd St, Chesterton, IN 46304
Our 4-week Youth Running Camp introduces youth to running in a safe and fun environment. These camps are a grassroots program, designed to break down barriers and ensure every child has the opportunity to participate. Additionally, we give back by supporting local middle and high school Cross Country programs, donating proceeds from the One Mile Challenge. This event introduces over 500 youth to running and cross country, fostering a positive experience that we hope will inspire a lifelong love for the sport.
Campers will have 4 weeks of training practices and will compete in the Extra Mile One Mile Challenge Race on Saturday, July 11th.
Parent/Information meeting:
Monday June 8, (day 1 of camp)
Check in will start at 5:30pm, followed by a 10-15 min parent meeting.
Shelter 3, Dogwood Park S 23rd St, Chesterton, IN 46304
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Join us Saturday, June 20th, 2026 (Fatherâs Day Weekend) for the 19th annual Necktie 5K Walk & Run. As the name implies, participants are encouraged to wear neckties during the run in recognition of fathers everywhere! Prizes will be awarded to participants with the most-creative neckties. Prizes are also awarded to the first father\son and father\daughter teams to finish together. This is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your dad and enjoy beautiful views of Lake Michigan.
Pre-registered participants may receive a commemorative race number and official race shirt. T-Shirts are short-sleeved and unisex-sized; available in Kid's Small - Adult XXL.
The top three finishers in each age group will receive a necktie. Also, awards will be given to the first father-son and first father-daughter teams to run the race together and cross the finish line together.
Family \ Group Discount
Groups of 4 or more who register online at the same time will receive a $5 discount per registration. A discount will also be given to participants who register early and do not wish to get a t-shirt.
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 at 5:15 PMSee full details
SAVE the DATE! Saturday, June 27, 2026
Now it's time to cut loose, Footloose! Put on those running shoes!
Pete, Louise, bring out the rest of your peeps... Jack, come back, the best 5K is back! Everybody cut FOOTLOOSE!
Join us, June 27th, for our Footloose 5K Rewind! This gnarley 5K run/walk celebrates the most righteous decade of all time! Celebrate with us the days of big hair, neon colors, leg warmers, headbands, and some of the best party music ever recorded. So gather up your totally tubular 80's gear, invite your gal pals and homeboys, and come on out to Lakeland Park.
Early packet pick up will be available at the Extra Mile Fitness Co., 1330 E. Linconlway, Valparaiso, IN on Friday, June 26th from 10:00AM - 5:45PM
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Sat, Jul 18, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Join us for a noâpressure triathlon training day designed for every athleteâwhether youâre gearing up for a 70.3, an Olympic distance, or just want to tackle one or two disciplines. Swim, bike, and run at your own pace with zero expectations and no medalsâjust you, your goals, and a supportive community. All swimmers must use a buoy, and while the day is selfâsupported, the club will provide onâcourse nutrition and bike support to keep you moving strong. Itâs the perfect chance to train, test your limits, and enjoy the journey.
Olympic and 70.3 distances routes, or pick any of the things you want to do.
Swim in Lake Michigan (swim course may vary depending on lake conditions)
Bike around Beverly Shores and Porter County (two loops for 70.3)
Run around Beverly Shores (two loops for 70.3)
Start and transition at Kemil Beach (A national park pass is required)
FREE Training day for all NWI Tri members.
All non-members must purchase annual NWI Tri Membership below for $45
MEMBERSHIP LINK HERE
This is a training event, and not a race. There is no pressure to complete all swim/bike/run. Want to just swim? Want to aquabike? Want to do one loop of the run? You pick. There will be no timing, no awards, and no race swag. NWI TRI will provide cold water, Gatorade endurance, and some nutrition at Kemil beach parking lot.
Routes will be shared closer to the event.
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Sat, Mar 13, 2027 at 8:00 AMSee full details
-ALL DISTANCES START at 8:00 am Central Time and all distances have 16 HOURS to finish (MIDNIGHT)
-One aid station will be at the start/finish
-The famous "Roller Coaster" hills
-Each runner receives limited edition t-shirt, winter hat/gloves and Cowboy hat
-30k runners receive a hand-made wooden finishing medal
-50k runners receive a belt buckle
-50-mile runners receive a belt buckle
The purpose Crazy Legs Race Series (CLRS) is to promote non-pavement/pavement races in the Northwest Indiana region through the development and management of new and existing races. At all our events you will experience fun and challenging course design in a low-key atmosphere. Races will be held in parks or areas in the Lake, Porter and Laporte counties.
The Crazy Legs Race Series welcomes and encourages participation in our events by all individuals regardless of their sexual orientation, biological sex, gender identity, or gender expression. Transgender runners may register as the gender they identify with and there is no documentation needed.
The Crazy Legs Race Series would like to begin by acknowledging that the land on which we host our races is the seized territory of the Miami, Shawnee, and Illinois Nations. Refugees from other nations also resided in the area we use, including the Lenape (Delaware). We honor those who have stewarded this land throughout the generations.