11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K
When is 11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K?
11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Carmel, IN.
What distances does 11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K offer?
11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K offers 3 events: Brain Bolt 5K, Survivor 5k, Brain Bolt Survivor Course.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brain Bolt 5K | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| Survivor 5k | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| Brain Bolt Survivor Course | — | $30.00 | Register |
How much does 11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K cost?
Registration for 11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K starts at $30.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is 11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K held?
11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K is held in Carmel, IN at The Carmel Gazebo.
About 11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K
11th ANNUAL BRAIN BOLT 5K TO HELP VICTIMS OF TRAUMATIC BRAIN AND SPINE INJURIES
Carmel, IN—Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine (GCBS) is proud to announce our 11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K Run/Walk. The race will once again benefit the treatment and care of traumatic brain and spine injuries. This year will once again include an in-person traditional and dedicated survivor course! This inclusive course will be modified to accommodate varying physical abilities. Our featured guest will share their inspirational story of survival!
IN-PERSON RACE
This year’s Brain Bolt 5K will raise funds for the Neurosurgery Foundation at Goodman Campbell.
- In-person walk/run/wheelchair through beautiful Carmel, Indiana
- In-person walk/run/wheelchair survivor course alongside the traditional course
- Volunteer- please visit our volunteer page for a list of available roles
- Donation of monetary or in-kind services/products
When & Where
Attend in person beginning at the Carmel Gazebo at Civic Square in Carmel, IN on Saturday, October 4th. (*Both the 5K course and the survivor course)
Course
Parking Map
Race Day Schedule
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9:00am Silent Auction Opens
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9:00–9:45am Packet Pick Up & Registration
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9:45–9:55am Welcoming remarks
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9:55am Helicopter flyover
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10:00am Survivor course (1 mile) participants go!
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10:05am 5K course participants go!
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11:15am Welcome Back/Thank You
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11:20am Featured Survivor Tribute
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11:30am Awards & Closing remarks
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11:35am Auction Closes
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11:35am-12:00pm Pick up silent auction items
2025 SWAG
**We try our best to order extras and make sure all registrants are covered, but shirts are not guaranteed after 9/1/25.
Packet Pickup
There are two ways to pick up your race packets!
1. Pick up your race packet at Goodman Campbell's Carmel office the week of the race.
~ Monday 09/29/2025 4:00pm-6:00pm
~ Tuesday 09/30/2025 11:00am-1:00pm & 4:00pm-6:00pm
Address:
Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine
13345 Illinois St.
Carmel, IN 46032
2. Pick up your race packet the day of the race. Packet pickup will begin at 9:00am at the Registration Tent.