Indiana Women’s Running Festival
Carmel, IN
- Half Marathon, 10K, 5K
- Road (Paved)
- Official race website
Save 15% with code RAVEWITHUS ***The Indiana Women’s Running Festival is one of the ten largest, female-only half marathons in the US AND the largest-women’s only running event in Indiana. Known for its big race feel with small town hospitality, the event offers competitive fields, top-3 age group awards in … MORE
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Great support and a new course
I was glad to get back to this race after the year-that-shall-not-be-named. It was on a new course - start line was about the same place, but the course was … MORE
I was glad to get back to this race after the year-that-shall-not-be-named. It was on a new course – start line was about the same place, but the course was two 6.5-ish mile loops that then ended on the track inside IUPUI’s soccer stadium – I loved it! The first loop was a good way for me to get warmed up and acclimated to the live race experience again, and then the 2nd loop gave me a chance to remember what was coming up. The weather was just perfect – a bit of rain that ended right at the start so cool temps. The race company is top-notch and they know how to take care of their runners and walkers. I loved the finish line being inside the stadium – which also meant real bathrooms to use along with portapotties along the way. The finish line party was small, but very nice and the swag received before at packet pickup plus after during the finish line party is always my favorite – again, this race company takes care of their runners! As in, a slingbag full of goodies and samples plus plenty of snacks available for the after-run munchies. I will definitely continue running this one! Highly recommend … and as the race title implies – it’s for women only.
Great support for a women-only race
This is the 3rd time I've done this race and the 1st time it wasn't raining during any of it - with the heat, I was actually hoping for some … MORE
This is the 3rd time I’ve done this race and the 1st time it wasn’t raining during any of it – with the heat, I was actually hoping for some rain! There was also a course change from the previous two years (I skipped 2018, so I don’t know when the course was changed) – I definitely prefer this route to the one from 2016 and 2017. As mentioned in the title, great support for a women-only race. Water and Gatorade at all the water stops that were placed at every 1.5 miles. Portapotties aplenty too. Swag included choice of a tech tank or t-shirt, large medal, and backpack with some coupons/samples. Great way to see parts of the city that aren’t included in some of the other races I’ve run there (Indy Mini, CNO Monumental).
Amazing race
This is a well organized race. The swag is fantastic and great post race snacks. The race is supported by wonderful volunteers and aid stations. MORE
This is a well organized race. The swag is fantastic and great post race snacks. The race is supported by wonderful volunteers and aid stations.
fast race
I tried so hard and I thought I was about to collapse at the finish. I did feel very good afterward and it was great to run with women and … MORE
I tried so hard and I thought I was about to collapse at the finish. I did feel very good afterward and it was great to run with women and having guys at the finishing to hand out roses.
Great race for any woman
If it’s your 10th half or first, this one is great for any female. The comrade is amazing as we all join together to race through downtown Indianapolis. It’s a … MORE
If it’s your 10th half or first, this one is great for any female. The comrade is amazing as we all join together to race through downtown Indianapolis. It’s a very flat course with lots of room to spread out and enjoy the fun. They also have a 5K for anyone who wants a shorter distance.