When are most 5K races held in Fort Wayne?
October is the busiest month for 5K races in Fort Wayne, with 4 of the 15, followed by August with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Indiana · 5K
5K Races in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Every upcoming 5K around Fort Wayne, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
15 upcoming 5K races found · 8 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Fort Wayne races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026ICAN Salute to Service 5K Fort Wayne, INFrom $35Details Mon, Aug 10, 2026Appleseeds Cross Country Fort Wayne, INFrom $135Details Sun, Aug 30, 2026Healing Heart Hustle 5K Fort Wayne, INFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 5, 20265K Walk/Run for Safe Sleep Fort Wayne, INFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026You Matter 5K Fort Wayne, INFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026CHSAA The Charge: on Hunger Fort Wayne, INFrom $5Details Sun, Oct 4, 202620th Annual Run for Riley 5 Mile & 5K Fort Wayne, INFrom $35Details Sun, Oct 11, 2026Hot Cider Hustle - Fort Wayne Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Fort Wayne, INFrom $13Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Werewolf Chase Free Fun Run Fort Wayne, INFreeDetails Sun, Oct 18, 202626th Annual River City Rat Race Fort Wayne, INFrom $40Details Fri, Nov 13, 2026Fort4Fitness Winter Wonder Dash Fort Wayne, INFrom $35Details Fri, Nov 13, 2026Fort4Fitness Winter Wonder Dash - GSNIM Fort Wayne, INFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 21, 202632nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K Fort Wayne, INFrom $20Details Sun, Dec 20, 2026Frosty Frolic 5K Fort Wayne, INFrom $32Details Sat, Apr 24, 20272026 YWCA Race for a Reason Fort Wayne, INFrom $30Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Fort Wayne
How much do Fort Wayne 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from free to about $135, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in Fort Wayne?
10 of the 15 5K races in Fort Wayne already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Fort Wayne 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 8 5K races in Fort Wayne with published results, the typical median finish is around 43:16, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a 5K in Fort Wayne?
Browse Fort Wayne run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail 5K races near Fort Wayne?
Yes, one race around Fort Wayne gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.