Running Races in Carmel, Indiana

Racing in Carmel: what the calendar looks like

There are 6 upcoming races on the Carmel calendar over the next 12 months, with race dates in 5 of the next 12 months. Among complete calendar months, December 2026 has the most listed races, with 2. By race count, Carmel ranks 8th among Indiana cities.

Of those, 5 offer a 5K, 3 offer a Half Marathon and 3 offer a 10K. The next marathon on the calendar is Carmel Marathon Weekend on April 17. The next half marathon is Sam Costa Half Marathon and Quarter Marathon - presented by Indy Runners and Walkers on March 20. Where fees are published, the median entry in Carmel is $30, above the Indiana median of $25.

Close enough for a race-day drive: Indianapolis (43 races, 13 miles).

Races by month

• Nov 20261 race
• Dec 20262 races
• Mar 20271 race
• Apr 20271 race
• Oct 20271 race

Where to stay in Carmel

Race-weekend hotel search, dates prefilled for check-in the night before.

• Mar 20Sam Costa Half Marathon and Quarter Marathon - presented by Indy Runners and WalkersFind hotels for this race weekend
• Apr 17Carmel Marathon WeekendFind hotels for this race weekend
• Oct 16Women's Running Festival featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, & 5KFind hotels for this race weekend

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Planning a race

• Getting inlotteries, qualifiers, and how entry works for the races that sell out
• Lottery watchwhich race lotteries and registration windows are open right now
• Choosing a first marathona practical guide to picking a debut race

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