
Duneland Half Marathon and 5K
Sun, Oct 25, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT
- Location
- Chesterton, IN
- 1415 S. 23rd St., 46304
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
A well-timed and competitive half marathon and 5K on the Duneland bike trail, perfect for runners aiming for a strong finish and series points.
- Competitive
The Duneland Half Marathon and 5K invites runners to Chesterton, IN, for a well-organized event that's part of the Race the Region series. Featuring a certified half marathon course primarily on the Duneland bike trail, this race offers chip timing, live results, and age group awards. Participants can earn points towards the series, making it a great option for those seeking a competitive experience. Custom shirts and finisher medals add to the experience.
What to expect
- Run a certified half marathon or 5K course on the Duneland bike trail.
- Enjoy precise chip timing with live results sent to your phone.
- Compete for overall and age group awards, earning Race the Region series points.
Standout details
- Certified Half Marathon course
- Part of the Race the Region series
- Custom finisher medals
- Age group awards
Perks & features
- Awards
- Chip Timed
- Shirt
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 3.1 Miles
Sun, Oct 25, 8:10 AM CDT · From $30.00
Opens Nov 23, 2025, 4:07 AM CST · Closes Oct 25, 2026, 4:10 AM CDT
- 13.1 Miles
Sun, Oct 25, 8:00 AM CDT · From $45.00
Opens Nov 23, 2025, 10:17 AM CST · Closes Oct 25, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
longer distance
The course
- Flat
- Timed race
From the organizer
This will be Race #10 in the Race the Region series
Race features include:
Certified Half Marathon Racecourse (5K is not certified) Custom race shirt Custom Finishers medals Timing mats at the Starting Line and Chip Timing for Finish Results Live results via text and email messaging All turns will have directional signs No processing fee for online signup Awards:
Overall & Age Group Awards
Half Marathon - Top Overall Male & Female, Top Masters Male & Female (40 and over), and Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 14 and under,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and up.
5K - Top Overall Male and Female, Top Masters Male and Female (40 and over) and Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 10 and under, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and up.
Finishers in both races will qualify for Race the Region Series points.
Race Course:
The race will start and end at Dogwood Park and will be primarily on the Duneland bike trail. Half Marathon certification #IN20016TDK
Race Registration Fees:
Half Marathon: Early registration before 10/12 - $45 with race shirt, $40 without a shirt.
Late registration after 10/12 - $50 with shirt, $45 without a shirt.
Race Day - $55 with race shirt, $50 without a shirt.
5K: Early registration before 10/12 - $30 with race shirt, $25 without a shirt.
Late registration after 10/12 - $35 with shirt, $30 without a shirt.
Race Day - $40 with shirt, $35 without a shirt.
Shirt sizes and availability only guaranteed if registered by Oct. 10th
Pre-Race Packet Pick Up:
Early packet pick-up will be available at the Extra Mile Fitness Company, 3400 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso, Indiana 46383. from October 23th and 24th from 10:00AM - 5PM.
RACE DAY
On site packet pick-up opens at 6:30 a.m.
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY. Online registration will remain open until the start of each race. Participants wanting to register on race day should do so at home before heading to the race site.
Each participant’s start time will be recorded as they cross the starting line.
Participants in the Half Marathon must start between 8:00AM to 8:05AM.
Participants in the 5K must start between 8:10AM to 8:15AM.
Runners failing to start within the assigned starting times for each race will be assigned the gun time for the start of their race and are subject to disqualification.
As participants finish, they will receive a text message and/or email with their finishing time. A list of overall finishing times for all competitors will be continually updated at www.thtiming.com while the race is in progress.
There is a 3 hour, 30 minute time limit for the half marathon. All runner support will conclude at 11:30AM
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