Race the Sunset 5K starts at 6:20 PM, so plan your arrival and pre-race logistics accordingly if you're traveling into Chesterton. This 5K event takes place on September 20, 2026, at 1600 N 25 E Rooftop. Entry fees range from $30 to $40. The evening start time means you'll want to coordinate travel, check-in, and warm-up around typical after-work hours. Book accommodations nearby to minimize travel stress before the gun goes off.
From the Race Organizer
This is event #9 in the Race the Region Racing Series. Join us for a new challenge this September. In addition to competing for overall and age group awards, participants will be racing to beat the sunset. All finishers will receive a finisher medal, but those finishing before the sun sets will receive a special finisher medal to commemorate the achievement. 6:20PM - 5K Run Starts 7:20PM - Awards ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER ONLINE. ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL REMAIN OPEN ON RACE DAY UNTIL 6:10 PM. Pre-Race Packet Pick Up will be available September 18th from 10AM - 6PM, and September 19th from 10AM - 5PM, and September 20th from Noon - 3PM at the Extra Mile Fitness Company, 3400 Calumet Ave. , Valparaiso, Indiana 46383. Onsite packet pick up will be available on race day beginning at 5PM There is a fee to enter the Park. Prior to the race, participants can show either their bib number (if they pick up their packet early) or a copy of their registration confirmation at the gate to enter without paying. Race starts at 6:20PM Participants must start before 6:30PM. Anyone starting after 6:30PM will be assigned a the gun time for their start and will be subject to disqualification. "BECAUSE YOUR TRAINING DESERVES A GREAT RACING EXPERIENCE” race features include: Awards Top Overall: Male and Female. Top Masters (age 40 and over): Male and Female. Top 3 in Age Groups: - 10 & under, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69,70-74, 75 and up Custom Finishers Medals for all participants (those who finish before the sunsets will receive a special finisher medal) Timing mats at the Starting Line and Chip Timing for Finish Results Live results via text and email messaging All turns will have directional signs No processing fee for online signup Race Premium sizes are guaranteed to those registered by August 31st. Overall and Age Group Awards may be claimed within 14 days following the event at The Extra Mile Fitness Co., 3400 Calumet, Valparaiso, IN 46383. After 14 days all unclaimed awards will be donated or recycled. Participants that do not pick up their race shirt on or before race day are not guaranteed a shirt.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 20.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Chesterton, IN.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Race the Sunset 5k 2026 — Chesterton, IN takes place on September 20, 2026. The race is held in Chesterton, Indiana.
Where is Race the Sunset 5k 2026 — Chesterton, IN held?
Race the Sunset 5k 2026 — Chesterton, IN is held at 1600 N 25 E Rooftop in Chesterton, Indiana.
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