Enjoy the fall colors in Carmel by joining us in one of the three distances offered; half marathon, 10K and 5K. The half marathon is one of the ten largest, female-only half marathons in the US. To show our support for women's sports, it is the ONLY women's half marathon that pays a top-20 cash purse. Known for its big race feel with small town hospitality, the event offers competitive fields, top-3 age group awards in all distances, beautiful courses and electric atmosphere that has attracted ladies from all over the US! 34 states were represented in 2025.
Women encouraging and supporting women makes it a special day. Toeing the line with friends and family, participating for themselves or others. The course offers a beautiful run with shade, parks, ponds and trees. The wonderful post-race area party in Civic Square offers more than most larger marathon events including free food, treats and adult beverages. Free parking at the Expo and on race day! Within walking distance shopping, restaurants and more! There is something special at a women-only event. Join us to see what everyone is talking about.
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$30.00
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
08:00
$40.00
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
$65.00
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 1 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
$50.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Carmel.
Learn more about the host city, Carmel.
Carmel is a city of just over 100,000 people (2021) in the Nine-County Region of Indiana north of Indianapolis.
Read more launchOfficial finishing times from previous editions of Women's Running Festival featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K.
| Place | Name | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Cathleen Walkley | — |
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