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

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