# Event Details

- **Event Name**: IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon & Delta Dental 500 Festival 5k
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 07:30 am – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: On the first Saturday of May, over 20,000 runners, joggers, walkers, pushers, and rollers will take over the streets of downtown Indianapolis for The Greatest Spectacle in Running® — the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K.

This race kicks off in the heart of downtown Indy, featuring a flat, fast course lined with thousands of enthusiastic volunteers and nearly 50 high-energy entertainment acts along the iconic route. 

2026 marks the 50th running of the Mini-Marathon, welcoming participants of all experience levels. Even if you’re not racing, the excitement continues at the 500 Festival Post Race Party, presented by PNC Bank, where thousands gather to celebrate the finishers in Military Park. Spectators and participants alike can enjoy live race coverage, great music, outstanding food from local vendors, and an ice-cold Michelob ULTRA, with complimentary samples for participants.

Whether you're running, cheering, or just soaking in the energy, the Indy Mini is an experience unlike any other.

Learn more or register today at IndyMini.com/Register
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/indianapolis/iu-health-500-festival-mini-marathon-and-delta-dental-500-festival-5k/200029651858010
- **Event Categories**: sports, festivals, marathons, health-wellness, workshops, parties, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 503

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Indianapolis
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Washington Street, Downtown Indianapolis
- **lat**: 39.767314072952
- **long**: -86.167490030156
- **full address**: Washington Street, Downtown Indianapolis, 502 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204-2707, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon & Delta Dental 500 Festival 5k being held?
  - **A:** IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon & Delta Dental 500 Festival 5k takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 07:30 am to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Washington Street, Downtown Indianapolis, 502 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204-2707, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon & Delta Dental 500 Festival 5k?
  - **A:** IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon & Delta Dental 500 Festival 5k is organized by IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon & Delta Dental 500 Festival 5k is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Indianapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 500+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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