4 running events in Saint Joseph County, Indiana
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Saint Joseph County
4 events in Saint Joseph County-
Sat, May 02, 2026 at 7:45 AMSee full details
The Run Happy 50k (and other "happy" distances) event will take place on May 2, 2026 at Potato Creek State Park Nature Center in North Liberty, Indiana. This is a fun and relaxed event, great for walkers and runners. It is also perfect for families who want to run different distances all at at the same event!
Course routes are clearly marked and the trails are broken in. Whether you're a running veteran, or a first-time trail runner, this is an event for you!
The course is approximately a 10k loop. 50k runners will complete 5 loops, full marathon loops and route TBD (we will send you the map well ahead of the event), 1/2 marathon runners 2 loops (plus a small out and back), and 10k runners 1 loop.
DISTANCES & START TIMES:
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*50k | 8:00 am, you must start your 5th and final lap by 2:30pm
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Marathon | 7:55 am
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1/2 Marathon | 7:50 am
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10k | 7:45 am
*50k runners must start their 5th and final lap by 2:30pm. That is approximately a 15-minute mile pace.
RULES & GUIDELINES
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Pets are welcome to spectate but cannot run the course with runners/walkers.
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No same-day sign ups.
VOLUNTEER
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Sign up to volunteer here: click this link.
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No password needed to volunteer this year.
PACKET PICKUP (Event-Day Pickup Available)
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Early packet pickup time and location TBD
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Saturday on event day at Potato Creek starting at 7:15 am.
COURSE MAPS
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2026 course maps forthcoming.
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Full Potato Creek Park Map. This map does not include running courses. It is for reference only.
IMPORTANT DEADLINES & NOTES
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Sign up by April 9, 2026 to receive a tee shirt.
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All distances will be chip-timed by Watts My Time.
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Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Jill's Run is a 5K run or walk and a kids fun run designed to honor my sister, Jill, who lost her battle with cancer as well as all those who have survived and are still fighting. The course is flat and fast, the vibe is big race meets small community. We're here to run strong to support the ongoing human race to beat cancer.
- No dogs allowed
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Triathlon & Triathlon 2-3p Relay
- The triathlon begins with a 1/2 mile swim before exiting the lake and heading into a fast and flowy 15 mile two-lap mountain bike course. But save some energy for the final 7K trail run as you'll have 2 challenging hills to conquer before crossing the line.
Duathlon & Duathlon Relay
- Two disciplines, three sections. The duathlon kicks off with a 4 km out-and-back trail run, giving the fastest runners a head start as they head into the fast and flowy 15 mile two-lap mountain bike section. It's then back onto the trail for a final 7 km footrace to the finish.
Kayak Triathlon & Kayak Relay
- Skip the swim and grab a paddle. This triathlon with a twist starts with a 1-mile kayak before transferring to the bike for a 15-mile two-lap ride. It's then a footrace to the finish with a scenic 7km trail run.
Full above event details here!
7K Trail Run
- Wide and stable paths will favor the speedsters and the first timers on this 7km lollipop loop course, but two challenging hills will be the true test for those looking to conquer the this course. This fun course is also a bonus point chance for those running the DINO Trail Run Series!
- A Chance for up to 10 Bonus points in the series!
o All finishers in a bonus race will receive at least 1 bonus point.
o A finish in the top 10% of men or women earns 10 points.
o A finish in the 80% to 90% of men or women's rankings earns 9 points.
o The distribution continues so that the bottom 10% of men and women finishers each earn 1 bonus point.
o Full Details
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Sat, Dec 12, 2026 at 8:45 AMSee full details
The 6th Annual Flannel 5K & 1-Mile Run is heading back to Beutter Park, taking runners and walkers along the beautiful Riverwalk in Mishawaka, Indiana! Choose between a 1-mile run, starting at 8:45 AM, or the 5K, kicking off at 9:05 AM.
Packet pickup will be available:
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Friday, December 11 at Fleet Feet Mishawaka (3522 Grape Rd) during store hours (10:00 AM–7:00 PM)
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Race morning beginning at 7:30 AM at Chicory Café (114 W 1st St)
This is a chip-timed event, and all participants will receive a finisher medal. Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers in both the 1-mile and 5K races. Event shirts will be available for purchase at the race store while supplies last—once they’re gone, they’re gone, so don’t wait!
And of course… don’t forget to wear your flannel!
We will continue to proudly partner with the South Bend Center for the Homeless by collecting new or gently used coats, hats, and gloves at Fleet Feet Mishawaka from December 1st - December 11th, or at Chicory Café during the race on December 12th.
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