The 45th Annual Rotary Ramble 5K starts at 8:00 AM, so plan your arrival in DeMotte, Indiana accordingly if you're traveling for the race. This run/walk event offers a 5K distance and costs between $22 and $25 to enter. Registration takes place at 1000 S Halleck Street. The race is scheduled for August 8, 2026. Whether you're running the full 5K or walking, this local event provides a straightforward racing opportunity in northwest Indiana.
From the Race Organizer
45th Annual Rotary Ramble 5K Run or Run/Walk Saturday, August 8 Race Time: 8:00 AM (Central Time) Welcome to the 45th Annual Rotary Ramble 5K Run or Run/Walk - Our course is relatively flat and is a great course for runners of all experience and all ages. - Door prizes and refreshments are offered after the race. - Come join us for a great run or run/walk! We look forward to seeing you at the race! The Rotary Ramble is sponsored by the DeMotte KV Rotary, which is a chapter of Rotary International. Rotary members believe that we have a shared responsibility to take action on our world’s most persistent issues. Our 35,000+ clubs work together to: - Promote peace - Fight disease - Provide clean water, sanitation, and hygiene - Save mothers and children - Support education - Grow local economies There will be no walking category this year. All walkers are welcome to register under the "Open" category. ONLINE REGISTRATION Early Bird Online - Through Saturday August 1 No t-shirt: $17 With t-shirt: $22 Family Fee: $15 (Child 14 and Under w/ Paid Adult) Late Online - August 2 Through August 6 No t-shirt: $20 With t-shirt: $25 Family Fee: $18 (Child 14 and Under w/ Paid Adult) ***Online registration closes Thursday August 6th at 11:59 PM*** ON SITE REGISTRATION (and Packet Pick-up) DeMotte Elementary School - 1000 S Halleck St DeMotte, IN 46310 Friday (Aug 7) From 6:30 to 7:30 PM Saturday (Aug 8) From 6:45 to 7:45 AM No t-shirt: $25 With t-shirt: $30 (no size guarantee) **No Onsite Discounts** **Onsite Payment: Cash or Check only** REGISTRATION BY MAIL POSTMARKED by Saturday August 2nd NO PAPER applications BY MAIL after Saturday August 2 No t-shirt : $17 through Saturday August 3rd With t-shirt: $22 through Saturday August 3rd Family Fee: $15 (Child 14 and Under w/ paid adult) *** EMAIL rotaryramble@hotmail.com for paper registration form. Online registration is preferred *** NO PAPER applications BY MAIL after Saturday August 2 STARTING LINE LOCATION Just North of the DeMotte Public Library, which is located just behind the DeMotte Elementary School. DeMotte Public Library: 901 Birch St SW DeMotte, IN 46310 *** High School Cross Country Students ARE allowed to Compete IF YOU HAVE A WAIVER*** - Please note the IHSAA changed the first contest date for Cross Country races this year. IF you are a High School Cross Country athlete you ARE ALLOWED to compete but YOU WILL NEED A WAIVER. Please call your coach with any questions. PACKET PICKUP (and Onsite Registration) DeMotte Elementary School - 1000 S Halleck St DeMotte, IN 46310 Friday (Aug 7) From 6:30 to 7:30 PM Saturday (Aug 8) From 6:45 to 7:45 AM No t-shirt: $25 With t-shirt: $30 (no size guarantee) **No Onsite Discounts** **Onsite Payment: Cash or Check only**
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to DeMotte, IN.
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When is 45th Annual Rotary Ramble 5K Run or Run/Walk 2026 — DeMotte, IN?
45th Annual Rotary Ramble 5K Run or Run/Walk 2026 — DeMotte, IN takes place on August 8, 2026. The race is held in DeMotte, Indiana.
Where is 45th Annual Rotary Ramble 5K Run or Run/Walk 2026 — DeMotte, IN held?
45th Annual Rotary Ramble 5K Run or Run/Walk 2026 — DeMotte, IN is held at Registration - 1000 S Halleck St in DeMotte, Indiana.
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