The Fishers YMCA 2026 Wishbone 5K takes place on November 26 in Fishers, Indiana, at 9012 East 126th Street, with a typical start time of 8:00 AM. Despite its name, the actual race distance on file is 1 mile. Entry fees range from $35 to $50. If you're traveling to the area for this event, note that the race offers a virtual participation option, which may be worth considering depending on your schedule and logistics. The race is run by the local YMCA, making it a community-focused event.
From the Race Organizer
Fishers YMCA Wishbone 5K / The Tradition Continues The Wishbone 5K Run/Walk is an annual Thanksgiving event for the entire community. This year we’re celebrating 16 years of families coming together for a morning of fitness and fun. Leashed dogs and strollers are welcome along the route but, in the interest of safety, we ask that these participants start near the back of their corrals. Why Participate? The Wishbone 5K is the Fishers YMCA’s signature event for the Annual Campaign, which helps to subsidize memberships, programs, summer camp and before/after school care. Since the race began in 2011, nearly $650,000 has been raised to ensure that no one is sent away from the YMCA due to the inability to pay. More than 15,000 participants have grown the Wishbone 5K into the premier Thanksgiving run in our community. How Your Support Makes a Difference Your participation in this annual Fishers tradition allows us to grow the reach of the Fishers YMCA Annual Giving. Your support will help the Y respond to current crucial needs of families from our community and ensure the Y continues to be strong as we emerge better together. More than one in every four members and one in every five program participants receive financial assistance. Providing Y for All means that we can assist more than 7,000 local families each year. The YMCA is for everyone, but we need your help to make that possible! VIRTUAL RACE OPTION Wishbone 5K The "live" Wishbone 5K. This option is for those who want to run the 5K in person at the Fishers YMCA on Thanksgiving morning. **In the event that we move the race to fully virtual, in-person participants will automatically become virtual participants, NO REFUNDS** Wishbone 5K - Virtual Out of state, want to sleep in, or prefer to run whenever you want? You have the option to run a Wishbone 5K "virtually" on a course of your choosing. Complete your virtual Wishbone 5K anytime! Awards Top 3 Overall, Male and Female Winners along with the Top 3 Masters (40+) Male and Female Winners and Age-Group Awards in 10-year increments (9 & Under, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & up) both Male and Female. Packet Pickup Packet pick-up Wednesday, November 25, 12-8PM, Fishers YMCA Thursday (Race Day), 6:30-7AM
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Fishers, IN.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
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and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is Fishers YMCA 2026 Wishbone 5K 2026 — Fishers, IN?
Fishers YMCA 2026 Wishbone 5K 2026 — Fishers, IN takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Fishers, Indiana.
Where is Fishers YMCA 2026 Wishbone 5K 2026 — Fishers, IN held?
Fishers YMCA 2026 Wishbone 5K 2026 — Fishers, IN is held at 9012 East 126th Street in Fishers, Indiana.
Where can I find hotels near Fishers YMCA 2026 Wishbone 5K 2026 — Fishers, IN?
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