Race to the Sunset 5k 2026 — Chesterton, IN

Date
September 20, 2026
Location
Chesterton, IN
Venue
1600 N 25 E Rooftop
Start Time
6:20 PM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $40.00
Events
5K Run/Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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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 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 Participants must start before 6:30PM. Anyone starting after 6:30PM will be assigned a the gun time for their start and will be subject to disqualification. "BECAUSE YOUR TRAINING DESERVES A GREAT RACING EX

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When is Race to the Sunset 5k 2026 — Chesterton, IN?

Race to the Sunset 5k 2026 — Chesterton, IN takes place on September 20, 2026. The race is held in Chesterton, Indiana.

Where is Race to the Sunset 5k 2026 — Chesterton, IN held?

Race to the Sunset 5k 2026 — Chesterton, IN is held at 1600 N 25 E Rooftop in Chesterton, Indiana.

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