Join us Saturday, June 20th, 2026 (Father’s Day Weekend) for the 19th annual Necktie 5K Walk & Run. As the name implies, participants are encouraged to wear neckties during the run in recognition of fathers everywhere! Prizes will be awarded to participants with the most-creative neckties. Prizes are also awarded to the first father\son and father\daughter teams to finish together. This is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your dad and enjoy beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Pre-registered participants may receive a commemorative race number and official race shirt. T-Shirts are short-sleeved and unisex-sized; available in Kid's Small - Adult XXL. The top three finishers in each age group will receive a necktie. Also, awards will be given to the first father-son and first father-daughter teams to run the race together and cross the finish line together. Family \ Group Discount Groups of 4 or more who register online at the same time will receive a $5 discount per registration. A discount will also be given to participants who register early and do not wish to get a t-shirt.
5K: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $25.00 | Jan 18 | Jun 9 |
| $35.00 | Jun 9 | Jun 19 |
As an alternative to online registration, we offer Printable Registration Forms. Forms must be received by June 17, 2026, and should be mailed to: Necktie Run PO Box 1012 Beverly Shores, IN 46301
Registration is limited to the first 500 people who sign up . So register early! January 28, 2026: Online registration opens. June 8, 2026: Deadline for early registration. Registration after this date will be $35 per entry. No exceptions. June 17, 2026: Deadline for online and mail-in registration. June 19, 2026: Packet pick-up and in-person registration available at the Beverly Shores Administration Building (across from Beverly Shores Train Station) from 6 - 7 PM. June 20, 2026: Race day regi
Parking near the start is extremely limited. There are a few spots at the public beach (just west of the start), but they require a National Park Pass and they fill up early. Street parking will not be permitted. We advise you park at St Ann of the Dunes Church , one mile south of the start line ( Click here for a map to St. Ann's ) and take a shuttle bus to the start line. Look for the blue "Shuttle Stop" signs. After the race, the shuttle bus will take you back to your car. Arrive
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 314 | 38:50 | 18:03 |
| 2024 | 229 | 35:55 | 15:43 |
| 2023 | 258 | 33:32 | 16:54 |
| 2022 | 227 | 33:57 | 16:44 |
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