Welcome Virtual Participants!
We’re so excited you’re joining us for this virtual race experience. Bookmark this page to keep track of all the resources you’ll need to have a great virtual experience. Follow the 500 Festival on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and use the official hashtag #IndyMini to share your race with us and cheer on others!
Important Dates
May 2-11: Complete and log your Virtual Mini-Marathon or 5K
Create Your Own Course
You can use these free tools to map out a custom 5K or Mini-Marathon route and check your mileage before you head out:
- OnTheGoMap: A simple website where you can click to draw a route and see the distance instantly.
- Footpath App: Perfect for mobile users — just “trace” a path with your finger, and it snaps to the nearest roads and trails.
- Strava Heatmaps: Great for seeing the most popular (and safest) running paths in your specific area.
- MapMyRun: Search thousands of pre-made routes already created and tested by other runners in your city.
Tip: When planning your route, look for paved trails or quiet residential streets, and remember to share your course with a friend before you start your race!
We also put together some sample routes that you can use for your race. To view the routes, click the link of the city name below. You can zoom in and out of the routes to determine where it goes and if the route works for your race.
Neighboring Cities
Questions?
Don’t be a stranger! If you have questions, need to request a deadline extension, or just want to say hello, you can drop us an email at info@500festival.com.
