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Firefly Festival Run/Walk 5K

Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT

Location
New Harmony, IN
401 Arthur St., 47631
Featured distance
5K
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Experience a scenic 5K along the Wabash River and historic sites, supporting Historic New Harmony, with a festive Firefly theme.

  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Join the Firefly Festival Run/Walk 5K in New Harmony, Indiana, for a charming out-and-back course. This 5K takes you along the scenic Wabash River and past historic sites on North Street, primarily on crushed gravel paths. Starting and finishing at the Atheneum, it's an opportunity to enjoy the area's beauty while supporting a good cause. A portion of the proceeds benefits Historic New Harmony, contributing to the preservation of this unique town.

What to expect

  • Enjoy an out-and-back 5K course, mostly on crushed gravel paths.
  • Run or walk along the beautiful Wabash River and past historic landmarks.
  • Compete for awards across various age groups, from youth to 80+.

Standout details

  • Crushed gravel paths
  • Views of Wabash River
  • Supports Historic New Harmony
  • Age group awards

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Steady Effort

Mixed surface + rolling terrain, warm-day exposure

  • Rolling area
  • Warm season

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The course

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From the organizer

Start Time : 7:30 AM Central Time

Race/Course : The course will be an out and back 5K.  The race will start and finish at the Atheneum and take participants along the Wabash River and along historic sites on North St.  Most of the course will be on crushed gravel paths. Location : The Atheneum Visitors Center, located at 401 Arthur St., New Harmony, IN 47631.

Cost : $30 until April 1; $35 until June 10; $40 until race day (deduct $5 for medal only option) **Groups of 4 or more, email TriStateFit@gmail.com for a discount code! **All sales are final.  Unless prior arrangements are made prior to race start, no shirts or medals are guaranteed after race.

Race Day Check-in/Late Reg : There will be no early pick up for the event.  Check in on race morning will be 6:30-7:15AM at the Atheneum.

​Race Awards : Top M/Top F & Runner-Up M/F in each distance.  Top 3 M/F 13 & Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

Timing : To the Finish

Weather : The race will go on rain or shine! Entry will be non-refundable if you personally can't attend or something happens out of the hands of the race organizers.

Proceeds : A portion of the race proceeds will be donated to Historic New Harmony.

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