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Trail Running Film Festival 2026
-The festival will be held at Hawthorne Park inside the community center, 500 Ackerman Dr, Porter, IN 46304
-Snacks, Deathwish coffee and pop are available with the pizza arriving at 7:00 pm
-Doors open at 4:30 pm Central Time. The first 18 minutes of the film fest has global advertiser spots which is about 18 minutes so I will play those beginning 5:30 pm. The official films will begin after that. The first half contains 3 films running for about 1 hour. We will take an intermission for 10 minutes so you can grab beverages, pizza and visit our local sponsor’s tables. We will have our raffle at intermission. The 2nd half has 3 films as well and it is about 55 minutes so we should finish about 8:30 pm.
-We will have a fun run on Saturday, April 18th at 8:00 am more details to follow
-Proceeds from the film festival benefit the Chesterton High School Boys Cross Country Team
-If you are interested in sponsoring the film fest please contact me at [email protected]
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.
Running with the Big Dogs 5k Run and 2-mile Dog Stroll
You can run or walk with or without your dog
Dogs must be on a leash (6 ft. max) at all times. All dogs must have a current rabies inoculation. Puppies six months of age or younger, or female dogs in any stage of heat, will not be allowed to participate. In addition, a dog whose behavior is unruly or might prove hazardous to other participants, dogs or spectators will be asked to leave the race. We urge you to consult with your veterinarian before registering for this race. He/she may advise you not to participate due to your pet’s health status.
All registered participants receive a cotton t-shirt design will be posted as the race nears
All dogs that complete the walk or run receive a medal
Link to course
Part of the proceeds will be donated to Humane Indiana
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.