Race to the Sunset 5k – Chesterton, IN 2026

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 **Awards and post-race activities will be hosted at Dunes Pavilion Roof Top Restaurant and Bar. In addition to our usual post-race snacks, food and beverages will be available for purchase on the Roof Top** 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 and 19th from 10AM - 6PM, 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 Race starts at 6:20PM