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VICTORY RACES - Marathon, Half, and 5K

Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT

Location
Hillsdale, IN
1051 W Indiana Ave, 47854
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

Run a USATF certified Boston Qualifier on a unique, historic military compound, supporting local trail development in Hillsdale, IN.

  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • For a Cause

Who it's for

  • Military & First Responders

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

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

The Victory Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K offers a distinctive running experience in Hillsdale, Indiana. You'll navigate a USATF certified Boston Qualifier course set within a once-secret military compound, now the Vermillion Rise Mega Park. This event blends historical intrigue with the pursuit of personal bests. Your participation directly supports the Vermillion Trails Alliance, helping them expand trail and recreation opportunities to connect the people of Vermillion County. It's an opportunity to achieve your race goals while contributing to a meaningful local cause.

What to expect

  • Run a USATF certified Boston Qualifier course.
  • Explore a unique, historic military compound with remnants of its past.
  • Receive a unique bib number, finisher medal, and military-themed race shirt.

Standout details

  • USATF certified Boston Qualifier course
  • Historic military compound setting
  • Unique bib numbers & finisher medals
  • Military-themed race shirts

Perks & features

  • Medal

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 3.106 Miles

    Sat, Apr 11, 8:40 AM EDT · From $27.50

    Opens May 1, 2025, 8:00 AM EDT · Closes Feb 6, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 11, 8:30 AM EDT · From $48.70

    Opens May 1, 2025, 8:00 AM EDT · Closes Feb 6, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 26.2 Miles

    Sat, Apr 11, 8:30 AM EDT · From $69.90

    Opens May 1, 2025, 8:00 AM EDT · Closes Feb 6, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

longer distance

marathon distance, rolling area, typically mild weather

  • Rolling area

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

The Vermillion Trails Alliance is excited to host the fourth annual Victory Marathon, Half Marathon and 5k! Come run at a one of a kind USATF certified Boston Qualifier course that was a once-secret military compound, and support the VTA in its mission to grow and connect the people of Vermillion County by expanding our network of trail and recreation opportunities!

The Races: Whether you want to qualify for the Boston Marathon or you want to experience a 5K in a very unique setting, we have something for you!

Race through a once-secret historic military compound Certified marathon course for national race qualifications Unique Bib #’s and finisher medals Military themed race shirts Discounts for Veterans, Vermillion and Parke Co. students and staff The Location: Vermillion Rise Mega Park. The races take place on the grounds of a once-secret military munitions compound which supplied our military with explosives to help the U.S. win peace for the world during WWII. Our venue was then used to store many other military weapons throughout the mid 1900’s through the very early 2000’s. Now the Vermillion Rise Mega Park has been repurposed for local industry and retains many remnants and evidence of military ruins and manufacturing facilities.

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