Duneland Half Marathon and 5K 2026 — Chesterton, IN

Date
October 25, 2026
Location
Chesterton, IN
Venue
1415 S. 23rd St.
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $55.00
Events
Half Marathon, 5K Run/Walk
Includes
Long Sleeve Shirt | Long Sleeve Shirt
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Registration for the Duneland Half Marathon and 5K costs between $30 and $55, depending on entry timing and distance. Held in Chesterton, Indiana on October 25, 2026, this event offers two distances: a one-mile run and a half marathon. The race begins at 8:00 AM at the venue located at 1415 S. 23rd Street. Whether you're training for a longer distance or looking for a shorter race option, both distances start at the same time and location, making logistics straightforward for athletes and support crews. Register early to secure your spot and lock in the lower entry fee.

From the Race Organizer
This will be Race #10 in the Race the Region series Race features include: Certified Half Marathon Racecourse (5K is not certified) Custom race shirt Custom Finishers medals 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 Awards: Overall & Age Group Awards Half Marathon - Top Overall Male & Female, Top Masters Male & Female (40 and over), and Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 14 and under,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. 5K - Top Overall Male and Female, Top Masters Male and Female (40 and over) and Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 10 and 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. Finishers in both races will qualify for Race the Region Series points. Race Course: The race will start and end at Dogwood Park and will be primarily on the Duneland bike trail. Half Marathon certification #IN20016TDK Race Registration Fees: Half Marathon: Early registration before 10/12 - $45 with race shirt, $40 without a shirt. Late registration after 10/12 - $50 with shirt, $45 without a shirt. Race Day - $55 with race shirt, $50 without a shirt. 5K: Early registration before 10/12 - $30 with race shirt, $25 without a shirt. Late registration after 10/12 - $35 with shirt, $30 without a shirt. Race Day - $40 with shirt, $35 without a shirt. Shirt sizes and availability only guaranteed if registered by Oct. 10th Pre-Race Packet Pick Up: Early packet pick-up will be available at the Extra Mile Fitness Company, 3400 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso, Indiana 46383. from October 23th and 24th from 10:00AM - 5PM. RACE DAY On site packet pick-up opens at 6:30 a.m. ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY. Online registration will remain open until the start of each race. Participants wanting to register on race day should do so at home before heading to the race site. Each participant’s start time will be recorded as they cross the starting line. Participants in the Half Marathon must start between 8:00AM to 8:05AM. Participants in the 5K must start between 8:10AM to 8:15AM. Runners failing to start within the assigned starting times for each race will be assigned the gun time for the start of their race and are subject to disqualification. As participants finish, they will receive a text message and/or email with their finishing time. A list of overall finishing times for all competitors will be continually updated at www.thtiming.com while the race is in progress. There is a 3 hour, 30 minute time limit for the half marathon. All runner support will conclude at 11:30AM

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Duneland Half Marathon and 5K 2026 — Chesterton, IN?

Duneland Half Marathon and 5K 2026 — Chesterton, IN takes place on October 25, 2026. The race is held in Chesterton, Indiana.

Where is Duneland Half Marathon and 5K 2026 — Chesterton, IN held?

Duneland Half Marathon and 5K 2026 — Chesterton, IN is held at 1415 S. 23rd St. in Chesterton, Indiana.

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