Women's Running Festival Half Marathon
Indiana's largest women-only half marathon starts at Carmel's Civic Square on a shaded course past parks and ponds, with a cash purse for top finishers.
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Quick facts
- Women-only field, billed as the largest women's half marathon in Indiana.
- Cash purse paid to the top 20 half marathon finishers.
- Staged by the Carmel Road Racing Group, the team behind the Carmel Marathon.
- Shaded Civic Square course with 10K and 5K races the same morning.
2026 Women's Running Festival Half Marathon registration
Registration for the 2026 Women's Running Festival Half Marathon runs through the official registration page at runsignup.com.
About the Women's Running Festival Half Marathon
The Women's Running Festival has quickly become one of the larger women-only half marathons in the country, staged by the Carmel Road Racing Group that also runs the Carmel Marathon. The half pays a cash purse to its top 20 finishers, a rarity in women's racing, and the event partners with Indiana women's charities.
Course
The half starts and finishes at Civic Square in Carmel and follows a mostly shaded road route past parks, ponds, and tree-lined streets. Terrain stays gentle, and the October date usually lines up with fast racing conditions.
Race-day weather
Mid-October in central Indiana usually brings crisp starts in the 40s with low humidity. Wind matters more than heat, and course shade keeps sun exposure manageable.
Past Women's Running Festival Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, October 17, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Women's Running Festival Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Women's Running Festival Half Marathon?
The 2026 Women's Running Festival Half Marathon is on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
How do I register for the Women's Running Festival Half Marathon?
Register for the Women's Running Festival Half Marathon through the official registration link: marathonscout.com/go/womens-running-festival-half-marathon/register. It opens the race registration page at runsignup.com.
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