Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival 5K Run / Walk and Maple 1 Mile Run / Walk

Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival 5K Run / Walk and Maple 1 Mile Run / Walk Race Information

<p><span style="font-size:14pt">Maple Syrup 5K &amp; Maple 1-Mile Run/Walk</span><br />Saturday, April 25, 2026<br /> Location: NorthWood Middle School<br />301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573</p> <p>Everyone is Welcome!<br />Runners, walkers, and beginners — join us for a fun, family-friendly event during the Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival!</p> <p><strong><span style="font-size:14pt">Choose from:</span></strong><br />• Maple Syrup 5K Run/Walk<br />• Maple 1-Mile Run/Walk (for kids 13 &amp; under)<br />• Or run both with the Combo Option! After the race, enjoy delicious maple treats and explore the charming local shops of downtown Wakarusa.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong><span style="font-size:14pt">Race Day Schedule</span></strong></span><br />Maple 1-Mile Runs – 7:30 AM<br />• 12 &amp; Under Run<br />• Competitive 13 &amp; Older Run/Walk Maple Syrup 5K – 8:00 AM </p> <p>If you’d like to participate in both races, please select the Combo Option during registration.</p> <p><strong><span style="font-size:14pt">Packet Pick-Up Information</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:14pt">We strongly encourage Friday Night pickup to avoid race-day delays.</span></span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-size:14pt">Friday Night Packet Pick-Up</span><br />Date: Friday, April 24, 2026<br />Time: 5:00 – 8:00 PM<br />Location: NorthWood Middle School<br />301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573</p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><strong>Please use Doors 17 only on Friday Night </strong></span></p> <p> <span style="font-size:14pt">Race Day Packet Pick-Up</span></p> <p>Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026<br />Time: 6:00 – 7:50 AM<br />Location: NorthWood Middle School<br />301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573</p> <p><strong> Please use Doors 17 &amp; 13 </strong></p> <p><strong><span style="font-size:14pt">T-Shirt Guarantee</span></strong><br />Register by March 15, 2026, to guarantee your race t-shirt!<br />After that date, shirts will be available on a first come, first served basis.<br />Prefer no shirt? Choose the no-shirt option and save $5!</p> <p><strong><span style="font-size:14pt"> Participant Age Guidelines</span></strong><br />• 5K &amp; Combo: Participants must be at least 6 years old on race day.<br />• 1-Mile 12 &amp; Under: Participants must be ages 4–12 on race day.<br />• 1-Mile 13 &amp; Older: Participants must be 13 or older on race day. All participants must be registered.</p> <p><strong><span style="font-size:14pt">Stroller Policy</span></strong><br />Strollers are welcome in both events!<br />Please note:<br />No bikes, scooters, skates, rollerblades, or similar items.<br />Parents/guardians are responsible for their child’s safety while in a stroller.</p> <p><strong><span style="font-size:14pt">Pet Policy</span></strong><br />Although we love our furry friends, pets are not allowed at any event due to safety concerns.<br />Certified service animals are always welcome.</p> <p><strong><span style="font-size:14pt">Timing, Parking, and Policies</span></strong><br />• Chip Timing provided by Watts My Time<br />• No Refunds<br />• Parking: Available at NorthWood Middle School and Wakarusa Elementary School (400 N Washington St, Wakarusa, IN 46573)</p>