DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Indianapolis 2027
- Date
- Sunday, April 4, 2027
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $38 on Dec 30, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Apr 4, 20278:00 AM | $34$38 after Dec 30, 2026 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Apr 4, 20278:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Apr 4, 20278:00 AM | $34$38 after Dec 30, 2026 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Apr 4, 20278:00 AM | $55$61 after Oct 7, 2026 | – |
| Kid's Dash | Kids | Apr 4, 20278:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Running Buddy Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Apr 4, 20278:00 AM | Free | – |
| Volunteer Then Run | – | Apr 4, 20278:00 AM | $17 | 5 |
| Virtual RaceVirtual | – | Apr 4, 20278:00 AM | $42 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $38 on Dec 30, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K: $34 until Dec 29, then $38 until Feb 8, then $42 until Mar 15, then $46 until Apr 2, then $50 until Apr 4.
- 1 Mile: $22 until Apr 4.
- Half Marathon: $55 until Oct 6, then $61 until Dec 7, then $67 until Feb 8, then $73 until Mar 15, then $79 until Apr 1, then $85 until Apr 4.
- Kid's Dash: $17 until Apr 4.
Online registration closes Apr 4, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $55, entry is about 13 percent below a typical half marathon in Indiana, which costs $63 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Indianapolis runs 2:11:29, about 10:02 a mile, based on 11 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:19:39 and men in 2:00:22.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:25 AM, and the 10K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 760 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
TBD, Indianapolis, IN 46208
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results (3 years)5K
10K
Half Marathon
Aggregated from official results for DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Indianapolis. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Indianapolis?
At the 2026 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 27:12 or better, the top quarter in 31:38, and half the field in 39:04; the last tenth came in after 54:30.
At the 2026 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 50:58 or better, the top quarter in 55:27, and half the field in 1:03:49; the last tenth came in after 1:20:13.
At the 2026 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:49:52 or better, the top quarter in 1:59:30, and half the field in 2:12:57; the last tenth came in after 2:31:32.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 39:04 | n/a |
| 20-29 | 31:28 | 28:53 |
| 30-39 | 27:25 | 27:27 |
| 40-49 | 27:27 | n/a |
| 50-59 | 36:21 | 25:31 |
| 60-69 | 50:55 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Finishers by year
Up 26 percent since 2024.
All events combined, from official results.
DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Indianapolis 5K year by year
From 2024 to 2026, the field went from 119 to 113 finishers, and the median time rose from 38:17 to 39:04.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 113 (-3%) | 39:04 | under 27:12 | 20:37 |
| 2025 | 116 (-3%) | 41:04 | under 27:42 | 23:16 |
| 2024 | 119 | 38:17 | under 26:43 | 19:26 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Indiana 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 31:38, against 28:30 in a typical Indiana 5K, so times here run 11 percent slower.
- 10K: About average for Indiana 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2026 10K field finished under 55:27, against 54:45 in a typical Indiana 10K, so times here are about average.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around April 4 the day usually runs from 39°F at dawn to 62°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 40% of days. Cold snaps dip to 28°F and hot years reach 74°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
- TBD, Indianapolis, IN 46208Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 760 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2027 (Apr 4, 2027), 2026 (Apr 26, 2026), 2025 (Apr 26, 2025), 2024 (Sep 22, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Indianapolis?
- Sunday, April 4, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $38 on Dec 30, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Apr 4, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Indiana?
- At $55, entry is about 13 percent below a typical half marathon in Indiana, which costs $63 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.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 113 runners finished the 5K; the median finish was 39:04 and the winner ran 20:37.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 31:38, against 28:30 in a typical Indiana 5K, so times here run 11 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- TBD, Indianapolis, IN 46208.
From the organizers
Question: Is it supposed to be DO NOT STOP, or DONUT STOP? Answer: YES!
Like Running or Walking? Love Donuts? This race is for you! Join us for the annual DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k! A donut-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious donut waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!