Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival 5K and 1 Mile Run

🏃‍♂️ Race Details

• Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
• Location: Northwood Middle School, 301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573
• Start Times: 1-mile runs at 7:30 AM, 5K at 8:00 AM
• Kids' Mile: The kids' mile run and competitive mile run start at the same time.

👟 Welcome All Runners

• Inclusive Participation: Everyone is welcome, from seasoned runners to beginners and walkers.
• Post-Race Activities: Enjoy quality time with family and friends in small town shops.
• Maple Syrup Festival: Experience everything the festival has to offer!
• Register for Both: If you want to participate in both races, please sign up for both.

🍩 Maple Syrup & Donut Dash Bundle

• New Offer: Save 10% with the Maple Syrup & Donut Dash 5K Bundle.
• Registration Conditions: Coupons and vouchers are not allowed for Multi-Race Registration.
• Donut Dash Date: Scheduled for September 20, 2025.
• More Info: Visit www.runsignup.com/nafdd for details.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Multi-Person Pricing

• Registration Savings: Save $3.00 per registrant when registering 4 or more individuals.
• Team Options: Join an existing group/team or set up your own!
• Bring Friends: A great opportunity to enjoy the race with family and friends.
• Flexible Registration: Choose your registration method to take advantage of these savings.

📅 Event Dates and Fees

Online registration ends on April 26, 2025, at 8:30 AM. Here are the registration fees based on timelines:

• Nov 28 - 30: $15.00 for 5K, $10.00 for 1 Mile Runs
• Dec 1 - 31: $18.00 for 5K, $13.00 for 1 Mile Runs
• Jan 1 - 31: $20.00 for 5K, $15.00 for 1 Mile Runs
• April 20 - 26: $30.00 for 5K, $20.00 for 1 Mile Runs

🏆 Awards

• Kids' Run: Top 3 boys and girls aged 12 and under eligible for Maple Syrup Awards.
• Competitive Race: Top 3 overall male and female participants will receive awards in the 1-mile run.
• 5K Race: Awards for top 3 male and female overall finishers.
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 in each age group will receive awards.

👦🏻👧🏻 Age Requirements

• 5K & Combo: Kids must be at least 6 years old on race day.
• 1 Mile 12/U: Kids must be at least 4 years old on race day.
• 1 Mile 13/U: Kids must be at least 13 years old on race day.
• Registration: All kids aged 4 and up must be registered to participate.

🎽 Registration and T-shirt Guarantee

Register before March 15, 2025, to secure your race t-shirt. After this date, availability will be first come, first served, or choose no shirt to save $5.00.

🐶 Dog Guidelines

• Leash Requirements: All dogs must be on a non-retractable leash.
• Owner Responsibility: Owners must clean up after their dogs.
• Aggressive Behavior: Any aggressive dog must be removed immediately.
• Gym Restriction: Dogs are not allowed in the middle school gym.

⏱️ Event Timing

Chip timing will be provided by Watts My Time. Please note that there are no refunds for registrations.

🚗 Parking Information

Parking is available at Northwood Middle School and Wakarusa Elementary School (400 N Washington St, Wakarusa, IN 46573).

🔗 More Information

For more details and to register, please visit the race page here.