Registration is open for the 500 Festival Miler Series, presented by OrthoIndy, now through February 2, at IndyMini.com/Milers. The series, held at Fowling Warehouse Indianapolis, includes three races designed to help participants train for the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon.  

The Miler Series kicks off with a 3-Miler on February 8, followed by a 6-Miler on March 8, and concludes with a 10-Miler on April 5. The timing aligns perfectly with a spring training plan, giving participants the opportunity to refine their race-day strategies, practice pacing, and navigate crowds and water stops. All races are timed, and official results will be posted after each event.   

The Miler Series welcomes participants of all levels and abilities. Participants don’t need to register for the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon to take part in the series.  

Each race will start and finish at Fowling Warehouse Indianapolis, where participants can enjoy pre-race activities such as packet pickup, gear check, and sponsor booths. The venue provides the perfect atmosphere for warming up, stretching, and post-race celebrations. Free parking is available on site, and participants are encouraged to stick around and enjoy the activities at Fowling Warehouse after the race. 

Participants are encouraged to register for the full Miler Series to get the most out of their race experience. For just $75 online or $85 on race day, registering for the full series includes entry to all three events, along with a long-sleeved participant shirt and a finisher’s medal – benefits not available with individual race registrations. While individual race registration is an option, choosing the full series provides a better value and complete training journey. If a participant is unable to attend one of the dates, they can participate virtually.  

Race Schedule  

3-Miler 

• Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025 

• Race Start: 9:00 a.m. EST 

• Cost: $25 pre-registration; $30 race day registration 

• Receive: The only way to receive the long-sleeved t-shirt and medal is to sign up for the full Miler Series. 

6-Miler 

• Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025 

• Race Start: 9:00 a.m. EST 

• Cost: $30 pre-registration; $35 race day registration 

• Receive: The only way to receive the long-sleeved t-shirt and medal is to sign up for the full Miler Series.  

10-Miler 

• Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025 

• Race Start: 8:00 a.m. EST 

• Cost: $35 pre-registration; $40 race day registration 

• Receive: The only way to receive the long-sleeved shirt and medal is to sign up for the full Miler Series.  

Virtual Miler Series 

• Registration: Open online at Virtual Miler Series (includes all 3 race distances) 

• Participants can also opt to participate virtually, where they complete each of the three race distances at their own pace and location during a timeframe surrounding each of the in-person events. 

• Cost: $60 

• Receive: Long-sleeved shirt, medal, and bib. 

Register for the Mini-Marathon or Take on a Challenge & Bundle Your Races 

• Mini-Marathon: Registration is currently open for the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon at IndyMini.com/Register.  

• Mini Maniac Challenge: Bundle your Miler Series and Mini-Marathon registrations by taking on the Mini Maniac Challenge. Participants will receive three shirts, three medals, and will conquer a total of 32.1 miles. Visit IndyMini.com/Challenges for more information. 

• Greatest Spectacle Challenge: Participants in this challenge will complete the Miler Series, the 5K, and the Mini-Marathon, totaling 35.2 miles. Participants will receive a commemorative challenge shirt and challenge medal as well as shirts and medals for the Miler Series, 5K, and Mini-Marathon, for a total of four shirts and medals. 

Support of the Miler Series is provided by: OrthoIndy, Gatorade, the Indianapolis Colts, the NCAA Hall of Champions, Planet Fitness, UPS, and Current Publishing, LLC. 

About the 500 Festival | Founded in 1957, the 500 Festival is a not-for-profit organization that produces life-enriching events and programs that celebrate the spirit and legacy of the Indianapolis 500 and foster positive impact on the city of Indianapolis and state of Indiana. One of the largest festivals in the nation, each year more than half a million people attend an event or program produced by the 500 Festival. Since its founding, the 500 Festival has contributed more than $500 million in economic value to Indianapolis. To learn more about the 500 Festival, please visit 500festival.com or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.  

About OrthoIndy | OrthoIndy is one of the most highly respected orthopedic practices in the country. With over 90 physicians providing care to Indiana residents, OrthoIndy provides leading-edge bone, joint, spine and muscle care. OrthoIndy is the official orthopedic provider for the Indiana Pacers, Indiana Fever and Andretti Autosport. OrthoIndy is also the preferred orthopedic provider for State of Indiana employees. For more information on OrthoIndy, please call 317.802.2000 or visit us at OrthoIndy.com