500 Festival Rookie Run, presented by Peyton Manning Children's Hospital

Saturday, May 9, 2026 • Indianapolis, IN
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When is 500 Festival Rookie Run, presented by Peyton Manning Children's Hospital?

500 Festival Rookie Run, presented by Peyton Manning Children's Hospital takes place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 in Indianapolis, IN.

What distances does 500 Festival Rookie Run, presented by Peyton Manning Children's Hospital offer?

500 Festival Rookie Run, presented by Peyton Manning Children's Hospital offers 5 events: Age 3: 2-block course, Age 4: 2-block course, Age 5-6: 1/5-mile course, Age 7-8: 1/3-mile course, Age 9-10: 1/3-mile course.

Event Distance Price
Age 3: 2-block course $10.00 Register
Age 4: 2-block course $10.00 Register
Age 5-6: 1/5-mile course $10.00 Register
Age 7-8: 1/3-mile course $10.00 Register
Age 9-10: 1/3-mile course $10.00 Register

How much does 500 Festival Rookie Run, presented by Peyton Manning Children's Hospital cost?

Registration for 500 Festival Rookie Run, presented by Peyton Manning Children's Hospital starts at $10.00. Prices vary by event distance.

Where is 500 Festival Rookie Run, presented by Peyton Manning Children's Hospital held?

500 Festival Rookie Run, presented by Peyton Manning Children's Hospital is held in Indianapolis, IN at Downtown Indianapolis.

About 500 Festival Rookie Run, presented by Peyton Manning Children's Hospital

Indiana’s youngest runners are hitting the streets for the 500 Festival Rookie Run, presented by Peyton Manning Children's Hospital! This non-competitive fun run gives kids ages 3-10 the chance to get active and experience the excitement of a race - complete with a start and finish line production, cheering section, participant bib, and finisher medal.

The Rookie Run takes place during Kids’ Day, Indiana’s largest free outdoor festival for kids! Held in downtown Indianapolis, the race happens one block north of Monument Circle at Ohio and Meridian streets. Race distances are based on age, and every participant will receive a goodie bag, a bib, and a finisher’s medal - just like the Indy Mini runners!

Swag & Giveaways

Age 3: 2-block course: T-Shirt
Age 4: 2-block course: T-Shirt
Age 5-6: 1/5-mile course: T-Shirt
Age 7-8: 1/3-mile course: T-Shirt
Age 9-10: 1/3-mile course: T-Shirt
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