Everyone is welcome—runners, walkers, and beginners! Join us for the Maple Syrup 5K run/walk or the Maple 1-mile run/walk for kids 13 and under. After the race, spend time with family and friends enjoying the Maple Syrup Festival and the charming local shops.

Maple 1-Mile & Maple Syrup 5K – Race Information

Date & Time: Saturday, April 25, 2026

Maple 1-Mile Runs: 7:30 AM

12 & under run
Competitive 13 & older run walk / run 
Maple Syrup 5K: 8:00 AM

Note: If you would like to participate in both the 1-mile race and the 5K, please use the combo option when registering.

Location: Northwood Middle School
301 North Elkhart Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573

Earn Refunds with Friend Referrals!

Earn money back just by inviting friends — share your unique Referral Link after registering and get a $15 refund for every 3 friends who join the 5K (up to $20 after 6 friends) or $5 refund for every 3 friends in the 1 Mile (up to $10 after 6 friends) — refunds are automatically applied and cannot exceed your original registration cost.

 Registration Fees:

November 23–30: 5K is $15, 1 Mile Run is $5, and the 1 Mile & 5K Combo is $17.
December 1–31: 5K is $18, 1 Mile Run is $8, and the Combo is $23.
January 1–31: 5K is $20, 1 Mile Run is $10, and the Combo is $25.
February 1–March 31: 5K is $25, 1 Mile Run is $15, and the Combo is $35.
April 1–25: 5K is $28, 1 Mile Run is $15, and the Combo is $40.
Online registration ends on April 25, 2025, at 7:50 AM.

For the 5K & Combo race, kids who want to walk or run must be at least 6 years old on race day. All kids aged 6 and up participating must be registered. 
For the 1 Mile 12/U race, kids who want to walk or run must be at least 4 years old on race day. All kids aged 4 to 12 participating must be registered. 
For the 1 Mile 13/U race, kids who want to walk or run must be at least 13 years old on race day. All kids aged 13 and up participating must be registered.

Stroller Guidelines for the Maple Syrup 5K & Maple 1-Mile Run/Walk:

Strollers are allowed in both the 5K and 1-Mile events.
No bikes, scooters, skates, rollerblades, or similar items are allowed in any event.
Parents or guardians are responsible for their child’s safety in the stroller.

Registration Deadline for T-shirt Guarantee:

Register before March 15, 2025, to secure your race t-shirt. After March 15, 2026, t-shirt availability will be on a first come, first served basis, or choose the no shirt option and save $5.00.

Guidelines for Dogs Attending the Event:
- All dogs must be kept on a non-retractable leash and under supervision at all times.
- Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs.
- Any dog displaying aggressive behavior toward people or other dogs must be immediately removed from the event by its owner.

- Dogs are not allowed in the middle school gym. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Chip Timing - Chip timing by Watts My Time 

No Refunds!! 

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