More Ways to Run & Explore Indy

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR MONUMENTAL MARATHON RACE WEEKEND!

From community runs to inspiring speakers and opportunities to connect with fellow runners, there’s plenty of ways to experience Indianapolis throughout race week.

Explore independently organized runs and community events happening around race week, and make the most of your time in Indy!

Looking for official race weekend activities, including the Monumental Health & Fitness Expo and Speaker Series? View the Official Race Weekend Schedule.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All community runs and events listed below are independently organized and are not produced, sponsored or operated by Beyond Monumental. Inclusion on this page does not imply an official partnership or endorsement.

We encourage participants to visit each organizer’s social media channels or Strava club for the latest event details and updates. Please contact organizers directly with questions about participation, registration or event logistics. Dates, times and locations are subject to change.

Monday, November 2, 2026
6:00 PM

Indy Social Run Club

Athletic Annex Nora (1300 E 86th St #29A, Indianapolis, IN 46240)
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
6:00 PM

Monon Track Club

Half Liter BBQ (5301 Winthrop Ave Suite B, Indianapolis, IN 46220)
Wednesday, November 4
5:30 PM

Pleasant Run Club

Bovaconti Coffee (1042 Virginia Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203
6:00 PM

Athletic Annex, Brooks, & 3Run7

Provider (1101 E 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46202)
Thursday, November 5, 2026
Friday, November 6, 2026
7:30 AM

Shakeout Run with Indy Runners & Walkers

Java House Simon Tower (225 W Washington St Suite 100A, Indianapolis, IN 46204)
8:30 AM

Shake Out & Hang Out with Lindsey Hein, Ally Brettnacher & ReRun

SWTHZ Bottleworks Disctrict (835 N College Ave Ste 1240, Indianapolis, IN 46204)
8:30 AM

Pre-Race Shakeout + Meet Up | Organized by Cunningham Running

Blue Collar Coffee (850 Massachusetts Ave #104, Indianapolis, IN 46204)
9:00 AM

Shakeout Run | Organized by Team RunRun

Monument Circle (100 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN 46204)
10:00 AM

Shakeout Run with Neversecond

Tiny Tourists, Big Money Bag People Statue (Corner of West St & Maryland St near Victory Field)
2:00 PM

Shakeout Run | Organized by Life in Stride Podcast

White River State Park (801 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204)
Saturday, November 7, 2026
6:30 AM - 3:30 PM

2026 CNO FINANCIAL INDIANAPOLIS MONUMENTAL MARATHON, HALF MARATHON, & 5K

Downtown Indianapolis
Sunday, November 8
8:00 AM

Post-Race Clean Up Run/Walk with Monon Track Club

6500 N Park Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220