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National in scope, homegrown in spirit, the 500 Festival provides multiple events and programs, many of which are free to attend and impact over 500,000 people annually.

2027 Events
13
Feb

500 Festival 3-Miler

presented by OrthoIndy

6
Mar

500 Festival 6-Miler

presented by OrthoIndy

10
Apr

500 Festival 10-Miler

presented by OrthoIndy

29
Apr

500 Festival Kickoff to May

presented by STAR Bank

8
May

IU Health

500 Festival Mini-Marathon

8
May

Delta Dental

500 Festival 5K

15
May

JPMorganChase

500 Festival Kids’ Day

15
May

500 Festival Rookie Run

presented by Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital

22
May

500 Festival Breakfast at the Brickyard

presented by CHA

28
May

American Legion

500 Festival Memorial Service

29
May

Lucas Oil 

500 Festival Parade

2027 Events

Feb 13

500 Festival 3-Miler

presented by OrthoIndy

Mar 6

500 Festival 6-Miler

presented by OrthoIndy

Apr 10

500 Festival 10-Miler

presented by OrthoIndy

Apr 29

500 Festival Kickoff to May

presented by STAR Bank

May 8

IU Health

500 Festival Mini-Marathon

May 8

Delta Dental

500 Festival 5K

May 15

JPMorganChase

500 Festival Kids’ Day

May 15

Rookie Run

presented by Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital

May 22

500 Festival Breakfast at the Brickyard

presented by CHA

May 28

American Legion

500 Festival Memorial Service

May 29

Lucas Oil

500 Festival Parade

Celebrate May with Us!

The 500 Festival is a nonprofit community organization dedicated to producing life-enriching events and programs that celebrate the spirit and legacy of the Indianapolis 500.

Over the past 60+ years, the 500 Festival has grown to become one of the largest festivals in the nation. Each year, 500,000 Hoosiers and visitors participate in festival activities throughout the month of May. Whether they were athletes running the Mini-Marathon, fourth-grade students participating in the Education Program, families enjoying the state’s largest festival for kids, or spectators being dazzled by one of the nation’s premier parades, they were there, celebrating the legacy.

By fostering a positive impact on the city and state, we ensure that every Hoosier can celebrate the legacy of the Greatest Spectacle in Racing®

Become a Sponsor

Elevate your brand by becoming a sponsor for the 500 Festival! With a series of events unfolding throughout the spring and a pinnacle of festivities in the month of May, your brand can gain unparalleled exposure and align with a legacy of excellence.

Partnering with us means not only supporting a cherished community tradition but also positioning your brand at the forefront of one of the nation’s grandest celebrations. Seize this unique opportunity to showcase your commitment to community, culture, and racing heritage.

Show Your Support

Support the cherished legacy of the 500 Festival and help keep Indianapolis celebrating each spring! From a wide array of events throughout the season to the unforgettable festivities in May, the 500 Festival Foundation fuels the programs that make it all possible.

Your support powers the programs and traditions that make May unforgettable, enriches our community, and keeps the spirit of the Festival alive for generations to come. Together, we’re racing toward the next generation of fun and community impact!

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