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Run the State Series

2026 Run the State logoTake part in the 2026 Run the State 5K & Hike Series!

Invest In Your Health and our partners at Anthem and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources are excited to host the 2026 Run the State 5K and Hike series for State employees and family members.

The 2026 series features several 5K run/walk and hike events at State parks across Indiana on select Saturday mornings. Employees and their family members are invited to attend these morning events and spend the rest of the day enjoying the parks.

Registration

Registration is now open for select events. Click the buttons below to register. There is no cost to register, but participants are required to pay $7 per vehicle at the gate for state park entrance. You may register for more than one event; however, there are registration limits for each park, so please only register for events that you plan to attend.

All Run the State 5K & Hike participants will also receive a free Run the State shirt, medal, and State Park pin. Shirts and pins will be handed out during check-in and medals will be given at the end of each 5K or hike. Be sure to select your preferred shirt size when registering.

Sign up with your family members and make the commitment to get out and get moving!

2026 Run the State Series Schedule

Times are listed in Eastern Time unless otherwise indicated.

June 27
White River State Park

5K Run or Walk

  • Start & finish line: State Museum Lawn
  • 5K check-in: 7:15 a.m. to 7:55 a.m. 
  • 5K Runner start time: 8:00 a.m.
  • 5K Walkers start time: 8:10 a.m. 
  • Route: Paved and the course is stroller friendly.
  • Parking: Park at the Washington Street Garage. If you do not have access to the garage with your State of Indiana ID badge, please take a ticket and bring it to the 5K check-in to get it validated.

Register for the 5K

Learn more about White River State Park

Sept. 19
Ouabache State Park

Hike and 5K Run or Walk

    Registration info coming soon!

    Learn more about Ouabache State Park

    Oct. 3
    Charlestown State Park

    Hike and 5K Run or Walk

      Registration info coming soon!

      Learn more about Charlestown State Park

      Past Events

      Want to participate in a 5K or hike, but can’t make it to a Run the State event? Check out the Physical Activity & Fitness Resources webpage for a listing of resources to help you get outside and get active.