8 running, walking, and fun run events in Shelbyville, Indiana

Three 5K's + One Day = The Melt Down! This challenging event is in it's 11th year. Three consecutive 5K's at 8:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Do one, two or all three races! You can decide that day! Races must be done in order (so no fresh runners in race #2 or race #3). If participants are just doing one race it has to be the 8:00 a.m. race. Races must be finished in 1 hour to allow for the start of the next race. Course is on a beautiful wide, smooth, paved trail through two parks and crosses a historical bridge! Indoor restrooms and a fun, free splash pad and playground for the kiddos located right next to the start/finish. Everyone who finishes the first race races receives a custom MELT DOWN medal. Fun HOT, summer themed t-shirts! Awards for top three male/female and top 3 in age groups in the FIRST race only. Also award for the top male and female best COMBINED times of all three races.

Have you been to the Shelbyville Farmers Market? WONDERFUL! This event starts and ends in the heart of the Farmers Market! Course is chip timed and is on paved road! Animal trophies for top 3 overall and 1st-3rd each age group! Country Farmer themed race then shop at the market! Fun Farmer Market shirts and snacks! Free 1/4 mile Half Pint Kids run at 7:45 (kids 10 & Under). Lots of restaurants and shops close by! This event benefits Healthy Shelby a program that many Shelby County community charities!

Harvest Hustle 5K — Putnam County YMCA’s Very First Family Fun Run!

Join us on October 24, 2026 at 8:30 AM for the Harvest Hustle 5K, a brand-new community fun run hosted by the Putnam County YMCA!

This family-friendly event is perfect for runners, walkers, and anyone who wants to enjoy a crisp fall morning with friends, neighbors, and the YMCA community.

Location: Putnam County YMCA(Vandalia Trail Head)

Start Time: 8:30 AM

Family-Friendly: All ages welcome — strollers too!

Celebrate health, fall fun, and community spirit as we kick off our first ever 5K tradition. Whether you’re racing for a new personal best or strolling with the family, the Harvest Hustle has something for everyone.

Grab your crew, lace up your shoes, and join us for the very first Harvest Hustle 5K!

Join us for our post race event- Our Family Fall Fest. Same Day. Same Place at 5pm. Trunk or treat, food trucks, vendors, kids activities, hayrides and more...

The NIRCA Cross Country Open 6K is an annual race that precedes the National Intercollegiate Running Club Association National Championships. Blue River Cross Country Course in Shelbyville, IN will host this year's race. Blue River is sure to provide a memorable racing experience. After you race, stay around afterwards and watch the premier race in collegiate club running.

The NIRCA Open 6K is open to the public! If you're a part of the local community, a middle- or high school runner in your post season, a fan of collegiate club running, NIRCA alumni or ineligible athlete, a parent, spectator ...... then this race is for you!

Spikes may be worn at the runner's discretion. This race will take place in rain or shine.

Online registration closes 2 days before the event. Pricing increases starting November 1.

Late/Race-day registration will be available at course, but sign up now to save on your entry fees!

Christmas Eve morning 5K Run/Walk! Great family event! Flat and Fast course on paved trails! Chip Timing. REINDEER trophies for the top 20 male/female overall and 1st-3rd in age groups. Snow machine makes this a fun event no matter the temperature! Reindeer finisher medals for all finishers! Free Kids run at 8:30 a.m. Warm facility by start/finish for registration and bathrooms. This event benefits Pantry Pals, a Shelby County Food Bank.