Creekside Trails Race 5k & Team 30k Hosted by Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Valparaiso, Indiana
- Entry fee
- From $45 · goes up to $50 on Oct 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Trails 5k Race (Hosted by Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124) | 5K | Oct 3, 20269:00 AM | $45$50 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| Creekside Trails Team 30k Race (Hosted by Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124) | Other | Oct 3, 20269:10 AM | $45$50 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $50 on Oct 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $45 until Oct 1, then $50 until Oct 2.
Online registration closes Oct 2, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $45, entry is about 50 percent above a typical 5K in Indiana, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Valparaiso runs 35:48, about 11:31 a mile, based on 11 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:37 and men in 31:19.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:45 AM, and the Creekside Trails 5k Race (Hosted by Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124) starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 690 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
2551 Clifford Rd., Valparaiso, IN 46385
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 55°F at dawn to 73°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 16% of days. Cold snaps dip to 43°F and hot years reach 82°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 2551 Clifford Rd., Valparaiso, IN 46385Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 690 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Creekside Trails Race 5k & Team 30k Hosted by Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $45 before processing fees, and rises to $50 on Oct 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 2, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Indiana?
- At $45, entry is about 50 percent above a typical 5K in Indiana, which costs $30 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Other.
- Where does it start?
- 2551 Clifford Rd., Valparaiso, IN 46385.
From the organizers
Join us at Creekside Trails for a 5K trail run or a 30K team relay—an exciting, community-driven race hosted by local firefighters.
🌲About the Event
The Creekside Trail Race offers two unique ways to experience the trails at Creekside Trails:
🟢 5K Trail Run – perfect for beginners and casual runners
🔵 30K Team Relay – a fun and challenging group endurance event
Hosted by Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124, this race combines fitness, teamwork, and community spirit in one of Northwest Indiana’s best trail systems.
🚒Why This Event is Different
Hosted by local firefighters
Team-based 30K format (unique in the region)
Beginner-friendly 5K option
Professionally marked and supported course
Strong community atmosphere
🗺️RACE OPTIONS
🟢 5K Trail Run