Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival 5K and 1 Mile Run

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

• Date: April 26, 2025
• Location: 301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN
• Start Times: 1-mile run at 7:30 AM, 5K at 8:00 AM
• Participation: Open to seasoned runners, beginners, and walkers

🎉 Special Offers

• Maple Syrup & Donut Dash 5K Bundle: Save 10% on each event
• Registration options: Multi-Race Registration excludes coupons and vouchers
• Donut Dash 5K Date: September 20, 2025
• More Information: Visit Nappanee Apple Festival Donut Dash 5K

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Group Registration

• Multi-Person Pricing: Register 4 or more individuals simultaneously
• Discount: Save $3.00 per registrant
• Join or create a team: Flexible options for participation
• Great for: Bringing friends or family together

📍 Event Location

• Venue: Northwood Middle School
• Address: 301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573
• Entrance: Use doors 17 & 13

💲 Registration Fees

• November 28 - 30: 5K: $15.00, 1 Mile: $10.00
• December 1 - 31: 5K: $18.00, 1 Mile: $13.00
• January 1 - 31: 5K: $20.00, 1 Mile: $15.00
• April 20 - 26: 5K: $30.00, 1 Mile: $20.00

🥇 Awards & Recognition

• 1-Mile Kids' Run: Awards for top 3 boys and girls aged 12 and under
• 1-Mile Competitive Run: Awards for top 3 overall male and female participants
• 5K Race: Awards for top 3 overall finishers in each age group
• Awards Distribution: Soon after the last 5K participant finishes

🏅 Eligibility Requirements

• 5K & Combo Race: Participants must be at least 6 years old on race day
• 1 Mile 12/U Race: Participants must be at least 4 years old on race day
• 1 Mile 13/U Race: Participants must be at least 13 years old on race day
• Registration: Required for all children aged 4 and up

🚫 Event Guidelines

• Strollers: Allowed in the 5K run/walk
• Prohibited Items: Bikes, scooters, and skates due to trip hazards
• Dog Policy: Must be on a non-retractable leash and supervised
• Middle School Gym: No dogs allowed

👕 T-Shirt Guarantee Deadline

• Registration Date: Register by March 15, 2025
• Post-Deadline: Availability on a first come, first served basis
• No Shirt Option: Save $5.00

⏱️ Timing & Refund Policy

• Chip Timing: Provided by Watts My Time
• No Refunds: No refunds for registration fees

🅿️ Parking Information

• Available Lots: Northwood Middle School & Wakarusa Elementary School
• Elementary School Address: 400 N Washington St, Wakarusa, IN 46573

🔗 More Information

• Race URL: Visit Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival 5K