What race distances can I run in Fort Wayne?
Fort Wayne has 5K (13). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Indiana · Race calendar
2026-2027 Running Races in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Upcoming running races in and near Fort Wayne, Indiana - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
19 upcoming races · 13 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, Oct 17, 2026Werewolf Chase Free Fun Run Fort Wayne, INFreeDetails Sun, Oct 18, 202626th Annual River City Rat Race Fort Wayne, INFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Glowfest 4 Miler Fort Wayne, INRegistration closedFrom $30Details Fri, Nov 13, 2026Fort4Fitness Winter Wonder Dash Fort Wayne, INFrom $40Details Fri, Nov 13, 2026Fort4Fitness Winter Wonder Dash - GSNIM Fort Wayne, INFrom $45Details Sat, Nov 21, 202632nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K Fort Wayne, INFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Fort Wayne Great Santa Run Fort Wayne, INFrom $45Details Sun, Dec 20, 2026Frosty Frolic 5K Fort Wayne, INFrom $35Details Mon, Dec 28, 2026Appleseeds Winter Track Camp 2026 Fort Wayne, INFrom $50Details Sun, Mar 7, 2027St Practice Day 5K Free Fun Run Fort Wayne, INFreeDetails Sun, May 2, 2027Chase the Shadow Free Fun Run Fort Wayne, INFreeDetails Sat, May 8, 2027The Shepherd's Hand Community 5k Fort Wayne, INRegistration opens Feb 7, 2027From $20Details Sat, May 8, 20272027 YWCA Race for a Reason Fort Wayne, INRegistration opens Jan 1, 2027From $25Details Fri, May 14, 2027Run Wild Fort Wayne, INRegistration opens Dec 31From $40Details Sat, May 15, 2027RACE FOR THE WARRIOR Fort Wayne, INRegistration opens Nov 12From $40Details Sat, Jun 5, 2027Fort4Fitness Spring Cycle Fort Wayne, INRegistration opens Dec 29From $15Details Sat, Jun 26, 2027Fort4Fitness Summer Sunrise Relay Fort Wayne, INRegistration opens Dec 28From $40Details Sun, Aug 29, 2027Healing Heart Hustle 5K Fort Wayne, INRegistration opens Apr 26, 2027From $25Details Sat, Sep 25, 2027Fort4Fitness Fall Festival Fort Wayne, INFrom $30Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Fort Wayne. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
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 Oct 15, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Fort Wayne
When is race season in Fort Wayne?
May is the busiest month for races in Fort Wayne, with 5 of the 19, followed by October with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Fort Wayne races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 13 races in Fort Wayne with published results, the typical median finish is around 39:22, 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 race in Fort Wayne?
Browse Fort Wayne run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Fort Wayne?
Yes, one race around Fort Wayne gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail.