Race Against the Shake 2027
- Date
- Saturday, April 24, 2027
- Start time
- 10:00 AM start (Indiana)
- Location
- Angola, Indiana
- Entry fee
- From $25 · goes up to $35 on Jan 1, 2027
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Race Against the Shake Parkinson's 1-mile Fun Walk (untimed) | 1 Mile | Apr 24, 202710:00 AM | $25$35 after Jan 1, 2027 | – |
| Race Against the Shake Parkinson's 5K Run/Walk (timed) | 5K | Apr 24, 202710:00 AM | $25$35 after Jan 1, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 1 Mile fee goes up to $35 on Jan 1, 2027.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $25 until Dec 31, then $35 until Mar 26, then $40 until Apr 23, then $45 until Apr 24.
Online registration closes Apr 24, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $25, entry is about 17 percent below a typical 5K in Indiana, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Angola runs 36:47, about 11:50 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 41:42 and men in 31:22.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:47 AM, and the Race Against the Shake Parkinson's 1-mile Fun Walk (untimed) starts at 10:00 AM. The start sits about 1,020 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Angola Middle School Track, Angola, IN 46703
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)Aggregated from official results (DRS Timing) for Race Against the Shake. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Race Against the Shake?
In 2026, the fastest tenth finished in 24:03 or better, the top quarter in 28:17, and half the field in 35:28; the last tenth came in after 56:40.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 27:33 | 24:10 |
| 20-29 | 35:27 | 29:53 |
| 30-39 | 29:20 | 22:39 |
| 40-49 | 28:19 | n/a |
| 50-59 | 49:08 | n/a |
| 60-69 | 54:48 | 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
Down 27 percent since 2024.
All events combined, from official results.
Race Against the Shake 5K year by year
From 2024 to 2026, the field went from 75 to 111 finishers, and the median time dropped from 36:33 to 35:28.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 111 (-29%) | 35:28 | under 24:03 | 19:07 |
| 2025 | 157 (+109%) | 43:54 | under 24:06 | 18:07 |
| 2024 | 75 | 36:33 | under 25:25 | 22:27 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
About average for Indiana 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 28:17, against 28:30 in a typical Indiana 5K, so times here are about average.
- 1 Mile: Slower than most Indiana 1-mile races. The fastest quarter of the 2024 1-mile race field finished under 18:54, against 9:22 in a typical Indiana 1-mile race, so times here run 102 percent slower.
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 24 the day usually runs from 44°F at dawn to 62°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 44% of days. Cold snaps dip to 31°F and hot years reach 76°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
- Angola Middle School Track, Angola, IN 46703Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,020 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K
- Editions
- 2027 (Apr 24, 2027), 2026 (Apr 18, 2026), 2025 (Apr 19, 2025), 2024 (Apr 27, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is Race Against the Shake?
- Saturday, April 24, 2027, starting at 10:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees, and rises to $35 on Jan 1, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Apr 24, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Indiana?
- At $25, entry is about 17 percent below 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.
- 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.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 111 runners finished the Race Against the Shake Parkinson's 5K Run/Walk (timed); the median finish was 35:28 and the winner ran 19:07.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 28:17, against 28:30 in a typical Indiana 5K, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- Angola Middle School Track, Angola, IN 46703.
From the organizers
Event Description
Join us for a meaningful day of fitness and community support! Our 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Walk bring together participants of all abilities to raise awareness and funds for people living with Parkinson's disease and their dedicated care partners.
Event Highlights:
5K Run/Walk – Challenge yourself on a 5-kilometer course designed for runners and walkers of all levels
1 Mile Fun Walk – A shorter, family-friendly option around the Angola Middle School track, perfect for all ages, abilities and fitness levels
Community atmosphere celebrating health, wellness, and compassion
Every dollar raised directly supports Parkinson's patient services, and caregiver resources