If you’re inspired to run, walk, or trot as the weather starts cooling down, check out these seasonal struts happening around Indy.
Turkey trots
Drumstick Dash | Thursday, Nov. 28 | 9 a.m. | Broad Ripple | $39 | Move your feet so others can eat during the 22nd annual Drumstick Dash.
Turkey Burn Run/Walk | Thursday, Nov. 28 | 9-11 a.m. | Craig Park, Greenwood | $15-$35 | Gather your family, friends, and arch rivals for this fun 5K for adults and kids to support the battle against kids’ hunger.
Gravy Chase | Thursday, Nov. 28 | 8:30 a.m. | Zionsville | $30-$40 | The race is entering its seventh year as a Thanksgiving Day tradition through historic downtown Zionsville with a 2.2-mile walk or 4-mile run to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Boone County.
Gobble Gallop 5K | Thursday, Nov. 28 | 8-10 a.m. | 301 Satori Parkway, Avon | $35 | Give back one gallop at a time in support of YMCA memberships and programs.
The after finishing the Glühwein Gallop participants get a complimentary serving of beer, Glühwein, or hot chocolate.
Photo by @carmelchristkindlmarkt
Winter runs
Still need some time to train? Check out these runs in December.
Glühwein Gallop 5K | Saturday, Dec. 14 | 9-11 a.m. | Carmel | $36 | This scenic run will start and finish at the Christkindlmarkt festival + will include a costume contest and warm mulled wine after the race.
Santa Hustle | Sunday, Dec. 15 | 8:30 a.m. | White River State Park | $30-$100 | Join a 5K, half marathon, or kids dash in support of Little Red Door Cancer Agency — plus bring a toy to donate to Toys for Tots.
Polar Bear Winter Classic | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 8:30-11 a.m. | 425 S. Alabama St. | $35+ | Join this 43rd annual race which offers a unique format including a 5K, 5-mile or The Bear (5K + 5 miles) — the challenge allows you to run both distances, one after the other, for a total of 8.1 miles.
