Popcorn Panic 5M Run & 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Valparaiso, IN

Date
September 12, 2026
Location
Valparaiso, IN
Venue
63 Lafayette Street
Start Time
7:20 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00 – $45.00
Events
5 Mile Run, 5K Run/Walk
Includes
T-Shirt (size guaranteed if registered by 8/14)
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The Valpo Tradition Continues! Join us for the 48th running of the Popcorn Panic. A community tradition for over four decades, this event has over 1,200 participants annually, running and walking through our tree-lined city streets. In teams or as individuals, you can choose to run the 5 miles or the 5K run or walk. Team Competition Participants are encouraged to form teams! Teams must have at least 4 finishers to be eligible for team award. Winner is determined by computer analysis of the overall place of the top 4 team members. Team members are also eligible for individual awards. Registration Register by 8/14 to guarantee a shirt size. No shirt option saves $5. Register early and save! Fee increases to $40 after 8/17. Same day registration $45. Packet Pick-Up Pre-race packet pick-up will be available Wed, Sep 9 - Thu Sep 10 at the Extra Mile Fitness Company, 3400 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso, IN Pre-race packet pick-up will be available Fri, Sep 11th at Butterfield Pavilion from 3:30pm

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Popcorn Panic 5M Run & 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Valparaiso, IN?

Popcorn Panic 5M Run & 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Valparaiso, IN takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Valparaiso, Indiana.

Where is Popcorn Panic 5M Run & 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Valparaiso, IN held?

Popcorn Panic 5M Run & 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Valparaiso, IN is held at 63 Lafayette Street in Valparaiso, Indiana.

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