The Wawasee Kiwanis is the host of the second leg of the "Triple Crown Triathlon Series", On July 25th, 2026.
To learn more or register for the 2026 Triple Crown Series of which includes participation in this race Warsaw Optimist Triathlon
You do not need to participate in the Triple Crown race series to compete in the Wawasee Kiwanis Triathlon. This event is open to everyone of all ages and abilities.
The race is a Sprint Triathlon.
1/4-mile (400M) swim
13.5-mile (21.7kilometer) Bike
3.1-mile (5k) run
The race is hosted at the Syracuse Community Center.
Information for the triple crown race series can be found at
Event details and schedule
Location:
Syracuse Lakeside Park (1013 N Long Drive, Syracuse, IN 46567) is located on the North side of Syracuse on Syracuse Lake. Syracuse is in northern Indiana, on State Highway 13.
USAT Age Division Assignments:
The age group of a participant will be determined by age on December 31 of the event year, NOT by age by race day. You will be assigned to an age division according to your age on December 31, 2026.
Race age restrictions:
The MINIMUM age for entry in the triathlon is 15 years. The triathlon is USAT sanctioned. This applies to solo triathlete or as a member of a team. USA Triathlon required age group divisions for solo: Adult: 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
Sponsorship:
This triathlon is sponsored by the Wawasee Kiwanis Club, a nonprofit organization. Any and all profits go to designated Wawasee Kiwanis Charities (Some of which are Riley Children’s Hospital, Teen Parents Succeeding, Syracuse Community Center, Harold Schrock Youth Complex, Scholarships, Syracuse Food Pantry and more).
A Chip Timed Race:
All participants must wear an assigned timing chip. You will be responsible for returning your timing chip at the finish line or pay a $30 replacement fee. Teams are only assigned one timing chip (Bib number) and must transfer the chip to succeeding members of the team in the transition area.
Registration and Parking:
There is a limit of 300 entries. Same Day registration will be available if race is not full, fees for same day registration will be the After July 11^th fee plus $5 for individuals and $10 for teams. Same Day Registration is considered as Friday July 25^th and Saturday July 26^th. Get your entry in early. There will be no parking at Syracuse Lakeside Park/Syracuse Community Center the day of the race. There is public parking in Downtown Syracuse (2 blocks from Park), St Andrews United Methodist Church on Long Drive and the surrounding area.
USAT:
The Triathlon is a USAT Sanctioned Race. If you are not a USAT member there will be $15 1-time pass to participate. You may purchase an annual USAT membership by calling 719-597-9090 or log on to hhtp://www.usatriathlon.org/ for membership.
Special Note- Team Transition Requirements:
Minimum age per USAT is 15 years old for all team members. EACH AND EVERY TEAM MEMBER IS REQUIRED TO SHOW ID AND SIGN USAT RELEASE FORMS AT PACKET PICKUP. In between each leg of the race, you will always hand off the timing chip to your teammate INSIDE the transition area.
PHOTO ID:
ALL ATHLETES MUST SHOW PHOTO ID TO PICK UP THEIR PACKET TO RACE. A USAT REQUIREMENT. NO EXCEPTIONS. Additionally, USAT members must show their USAT membership cards or pay an additional $15 fee for a one-day permit.
Packet Pick Up:
Packets may be picked up at Syracuse Lakeside Park Community building on Friday night July 24, 2026, from 5:30-7:30 PM and Saturday morning July 25^th from 6:00-7:30 AM.
Arrive Early. YOU MUST SHOW PHOTO ID AND USAT MEMBERS MUST SHOW CURRENT USAT CARD.
Late registrations forfeit rights to a t-shirt
Athletes that delay registration until after July 11^th, 2026, forfeit all rights to a T-Shirt, since there is insufficient time to order a T-Shirt for you.
Pre- Race Clinic
A pre-race clinic will be held on Friday, July 24^th at 6:00PM at Syracuse Community Center. For those new to the sport, you will receive tips on setting up your transition area, do's and don'ts and an opportunity to ask questions.
The beach will close at 7:40AM and the race director will go over important announcements before the race.
Transition Area:
The transition area will be guarded. Only the participants will be able to be in the transition area and will be the only one to pickup bike and equipment. Your body ID must match up with your bike number. The transition area will close at 7:50AM the morning of the race. All athletes must leave the transition area at this time and head down to the start line. DO NOT FORGET TO WEAR YOUR TIMING CHIP.
Racecourse Characteristics:
Swim – ¼ mile total (out and back), USAT rules govern the use of wet suits. Bike 13.49 miles with a few rolling hills early on, then mostly a flat, fast course. Bike Helmets must be always strapped before-during-after the race to prevent disqualification. You must furnish your own water on the bike course. The run is 3.1 miles along the rolling hills of the north shore of Syracuse Lake. Runners must wear race number in front.
Per USAT rules, the sole responsibility of knowing and following the prescribed cycling course rests with each participant. No adjustments in times or results shall be made for participants who fail to follow the proper course for any reason whatsoever. Please drive the course before the race or study the maps provided.
Race Safety:
We have the right to remove anyone from the race if we feel that your safety, or the safety of others, is at risk if you continue. We will not allow you to make this an unsafe race for you, and or other participants. You cannot wear any headphones, air pods, earbuds of any kind.
Changing of Swim waves:
If you entered as an individual and you feel and have evidence that you may be an overall race winner, you may contact the race director prior to race day to request a change to the first wave. If you entered as a Team, the swimmer on your team may not change waves.
Insurance:
Triathlon – Your personal insurance will be the primary carrier. USAT will be the secondary carrier.
Awards and Prizes:
Triathlon Race awards will be presented to the female and male overall winners. Awards will also be given to female and male 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd place winners in five-year age groups, Clydesdales, Athena’s and teams. Swim caps for everyone. T-shirts for those who signed up prior to July 11^th.
Food and Refreshments:
Water, Gatorade, and food will be available for all athletes after the race.
Race Results:
Race results will be posted at the race, and on the website: www.wawaseekiwanis.org penalties will also be posted immediately after the race. Also results will be on https://rubletiming.com.
Event Cancellation Policy:
If Natural Disaster, Foul Weather or Community Disaster occurs, we will work with local officials to help make decisions based on safety first. Courses and/or race segments can be altered if possible, as agreed upon with local officials.
Refunds:
THERE ARE NO REFUNDS. In the event the race should be canceled for reasons beyond the control of the Race Director or Race Committee (inclement weather or unsafe weather conditions; local, state or national emergency; public health emergency), refunds will not be made. The Syracuse Wawasee Kiwanis club is a 501c3 charity and all proceeds from this event are donated to charity.
CREATE LASTING MEMORIES WITH YOUR FAMILY.
Muddy Kids is 2 and 3 mile adventure event series for families and kids ages 5–15, with fun and challenging obstacles, mud, and entertainment for the whole family.
Muddy Kids is the perfect event to reconnect, strengthen relationships, have fun, get active, get muddy, and bond as a family!
Muddy Kids is not just about getting dirty, it’s also about challenging yourself, having fun, and working as a team with your family. So gather up your family and friends, put on your mud-friendly clothing and shoes, and get ready to take on the Muddy Kids Family Obstacle Mud Run. We can’t wait to see you there!
What's included:
10-15 Obstacles
Headband
Bracelet
Tattoo
Finisher Medal
Digital Photos
Warm Up
Hydration Points
Rinse Off Station
Ton of Mud
Event details and schedule
The venue opens one hour before our first batch. We advise that you arrive 45 minutes before your start time, so you have plenty of time to go through registration before we call you to the start pen for warm up 5 minutes before you start on your selected batch time.
Spectators are welcome for FREE, please note kids must be accompanied by an adult/legal guardian. There will be an event village where they can cheer you and your kids on at the start and finish line.
We have a Bag Drop ($5 on the day) where you can leave your stuff until you have completed the course.
A minimum of 1 Adult and 1 Kid need to register. A maximum of 4 Kids can register per 1 Adult. Additional Adult and Kid tickets can be purchased separately.
The minimum age for a Kids entry is 5 years young – but please, parents/legal guardians, kids (up to 13 years old) must be accompanied by a registered, participating adult. Event waivers must be signed by a parent or legal guardian of all Kids under the age of 18. No waiver, no run, no exceptions.
Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MuddykidsUSA
Experience a scenic two-day bike tour through Indiana's Amish Country with routes from 22-100 miles. Camp at LaGrange County 4-H fairgrounds and explore quiet rural roads where buggies outnumber cars. July 25-26, 2026.
The Amishland and Lakes Bike Tour offers cyclists of all abilities a unique two-day adventure through northeastern Indiana's beautiful Amish farmland. Choose from multiple route distances: 22-100 miles on Saturday and 23-50 miles on Sunday, all on smooth, quiet roads perfect for families, tandems, and cycling clubs.
What's Included:
Saturday post-ride ice cream and pie
SAG stops with great food
Access to Amish bakeries, restaurants, and homemade ice cream parlors along routes
Available on site:
Food truck
Bike mechanic services
Onsite camping at LaGrange County 4-H fairgrounds (electric/water hookups available)
Optional Friday Ride: Self-guided ride on the nearby Pumpkinvine Nature Trail in Shipshewana, IN
Why Cyclists Love This Event:
Known as one of the friendliest rides in the Midwest, you'll meet families, women's groups, regional cycling clubs, and tandem enthusiasts on our "tandem-friendly" routes. Experience a world where lifestyles have remained unchanged for over a century—wide open spaces, clean country air, friendly people, and exceptional food.
Bike rentals available from Spin Zone Cycling, Granger, IN 574-243-4994 and Pumpkinvine Cyclery, Middlebury and Elkhart, IN 574-825-2252.
Visit www.amishlandandlakes.com for complete details.
Helmets are required.
Join Epic Racing Events for the summer tradition of the New Haven 5K/10K! We also now also offer a 5K distance too!! The race will start and finish at Jury Pool Park in New Haven and proceeds through the adjoining neighborhoods.
This is the second race of our Epic Summer series. Participants who complete the summer series of the 5K-10K and 15K will be awarded with an Epic Summer Series medal.
You will still be able to register onsite Friday evening or Saturday morning at Jury Park Pool.
Special Youth based pricing (18 and under) for both events. Discount applied automatically at registration checkout.
Packet pick-up will be from 4:30-6 p.m. Friday, July 24th at Jury Pool.
For those that cannot make the Friday night packet pick-up, you may also pick up your packets starting at 6:45 AM on Saturday morning..
Stay after the races for a swim at the Jury Park Pool. Free entry into the pool with your race entry.
Welcome back for round 2! This will be a family fun run/walk to benefit local teachers, students, and schools for the upcoming school year. All proceeds will go to the Kokomo Education Foundation. We would love to see as many kids, teachers, coaches and parents come out to Jackson Morrow on July 25th, 2026 at 8 am to support our hardworking community as they race into the 2026-2027 school year. We will also have a table setup for school supply drop off if anyone would like to donate any school supplies. We encourage everyone to wear their school colors or favorite school of their choice. All finishers will receive a finisher medal. You will also have the option to purchase a shirt at an additional cost as long as it is done by the specified date. There may be extras on race day, but it will be first come first serve and while supplies last.
There will be awards for 1st place Adult Male and Female Runner. 1st place Adult Male and Female Walker and lastly 1st place under 18 Male and Female runners.
Cost is by Age: The discount is applied at checkout. There will also be a discount for club members as well.
18+ $15
17-10 $10
9 and under $5
Packet pickup will be available 6:30am to 7:30am on Race Day. We will accept cash or check on race day.
Examples of needed supplies:
Pencils, Colored Pencils, Crayons, Washable Markers, Glue Sticks, Scissors, Pencil Pouches/Boxes, Spiral Notebooks, Folders, Dry Erase Markers, Highlighters, Large Pink Erasers, Rulers, Kleenexes and Disinfectant Wipes.
Lake Festival 5k
Saturday, July 25th, 2026
LOCATION
Begins and ends at the corner of Ash & Lakeshore Dr, Celina, OH. A certified out and back course along Grand Lake
ENTRY FEES
Pre-Registration without a shirt is $15.00 if registered by July 24th, 2026
Pre-Registration with a shirt is $30.00 if registered by July 12th, 2026
Race-Day Registration is $20.00 without a shirt. 6:45am-7:45am at the race
14 & Under are free for 2026!
If you've missed the July 12th shirt deadline and still like to order a shirt, follow this link for the Lake Festival 5k webstore https://mcsports.chipply.com/celinalakefestival5k/?action=viewall
AWARDS
Medals to top three male and female runners
Medals to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each age group
Special awards for the runner coming from the furthest distance. Also awards for the youngest and the oldest runners.
Awards provided for setting new course records (Male: Tibor Vegh 2011 15:08.71 and Female Kristina Vegh 2011 17:51.11)
Age Groups Male and Female: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
All Runners
Chipped Timing
Water on the course
Splits at 1 Mile and 2 Mile Marks
Refreshments at the finish
Restrooms at the park
Be a Part of the Mercer Health 5k Challenge
The Challenge will be made up of 7 events.
Online registrations will be available for all races, with the opportunity to save money by preregistering for all 7 events
The Challenge season will begin with the Zuma 5k on June 20th and end at the Buzzard's Glory 5K on August 1st
Challenge shirts and awards will be available at the Buzzards Glory 5k on August 1st
Use the "Bundle" Option at registration to sign up for all 7 races at a discounted price!
2026 Mercer Health 5K Challenge Schedule
Zuma – June 20th
Country Fest - June 27th
Redskin Classic – July 5th
Shane’s Crossing – July 11th
St. Clair – July 18th
Lake Festival – July 25th
Buzzard’s Glory 5k– August 1st
5K and One Mile Race
Entries will be accepted online until 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, July 23rd. Race day registrations will be accepted (without receiving a shirt).
Early packet pickup will be available Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the information kiosk downtown at Swiss Days. Race day packet pickup starts at 7 a.m. Awards will be presented to the top 10 finishers in each division. There will be an aid station along the 5K route. Post-race refreshments will be available to all participants.
You must be registered by Sunday July 20th at 11:59pm to receive a t-shirt the day of the race.
1 Mile race is open to those age 11 and under on July 26, 2025.
Bass Lake Festival
5K Run
Registration 6:15 AM & Race starts 7:30 AM
Bass Lake Lions Club Building, 4506 S. Prairie ST., Knox
This event is held on the lake, near Woodshed Pub Restaurant, please watch Map Quest , they may be wrong !
EVENT INFORMATION:
The Parade 5k race runs the Elkhart County Fair Parade route with thousands of spectators. Temperatures are usually very warm. Be sure to hydrate the day before and morning of the race if hot temperatures are forecast. We recommend that all competitors have trained prior to this run and are able to complete the 5K in 50 minutes or less. The Parade will follow the last runner on the route, which is why we need competitors to finish in a timely manor. Respectfully, this event is not intended for casual walkers or anyone that will have difficulty finishing the course. Running with strollers is acceptable, but please no pets. Costumes are also always fun to see!
To guarantee a race shirt, please register by July 1, 2026.
Prizes for Top male and female finishers
Check-in will take place at Corporate Tent 1 located on the northeast end of the fairgrounds, directly north of the race track (near gate 5) the day of the race from 10am-11:30am. This is is when you will pick up your race shirt and race number bib. You must pick up these items prior to the race to be able to participate.
All registered runners will be bused to the starting line at Rogers Park by Cardinal Buses. Those without the current issued Parade 5K race number will NOT be allowed to use the transportation provided, nor run in the race.
The race itself begins approximately at 1:20 pm or whenever the race route can be completely cleared.
Two water stations are available during the route, as well as ice towels at the finish line.
Results will be displayed at Wattsmytime.com & www.runsignup.com
*Bandits will not be tolerated! -all participants must be showing their official race number to start the race. Race organizers will be checking to ensure the race is fair to all participants that sign up officially.
*A youth mile fun run may take place on the horse track before the finish of the Parade 5K, but is separate from this event. Those interested should visit 4hfair.org for more information.
We sincerely appreciate all of you that have properly supported this race over the years or for the very first time!