September 12, 2026
Events
Half Marathon
30 spots left. Price increases after September 11, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
5K Run/Walk
53 spots left. Price increases after September 11, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
Race Description
The Fair on the Square Half Marathon & 5K Presented by Hendricks Regional Health is located on the beautiful Courthouse Square in Danville. Our event kicks off the annual Fair on the Square Fall Festival allowing runners to enjoy the festivities and festival offering from traditional small-town vendors. Crafts, foods, apparel and one-of-a-kind offerings will make you smile. The Courthouse Square is so unique that Hollywood filmed the Fall Festival for the movie Mayberry the week prior to our event in 2019. Join us; it is worth the trip.
Some of the great features of Fair on the Square Event:
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One of the most country-scenic Half Marathon courses you can run in the Indianapolis metro area
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Fair Festival At the Finish Line!
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Water stations every 2 miles
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Chip timing system (Half Marathon & 5K)
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Music at the start/finish
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Age group Winner Awards/Prizes and Overall Awards (Half Marathon & 5K = Custom Trophies & Pint Glasses)
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Fair on the Square Medals for all finishers Different medals for the Half Marathon & 5K!
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*New Fair on the Square Ultra Soft Tech Shirts
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Free finisher photos
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Free Beer (21+)
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Free Frozen Sweet Treat Plus other Tasty Treats!
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Free Parking
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Portalets at every odd mile
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Half Marathon Starts at 8:00am
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5K Starts at 8:15am
Packet Pick-Up and Event Schedule
Friday (Sept. 11)- Early Packet Pickup:
- 4:00 - 6:00 PM at 355 S Washington St
Danville, IN 46122 - NOTE: This is the same location as the Start/Finish Line Area
- Picking up for others – Yes, we allow packet pickup for others.
Saturday - Race Day! (Sept. 12)
6:30 - 8:00 AM Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration (NOTE: Race day pickup is located by the start/finish locations just past the Library 145 S Indiana St
8:00 AM = Half Marathon Start
8:15 AM = 5K
9:30 AM = 5K Awards – located at the Photo Backdrop next to the Hendricks Regional Health Tent
10:30 AM = Half Marathon Awards - same location as above
Any questions? Contact us today!
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Race Location
Outside on Washington St of Hendricks County Government Center
355 S Washington St
Danville, IN 46122 US
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$405
Raised of $2,000
YES! All participants receive a finisher’s medal! 🎉
🏅 Half Marathon: Half Marathon Finisher’s Medal
🏅 5K: 5K Finisher’s Medal
The Half Marathon medal is slightly different from the 5K medal!
👕 What about the shirt? YES — but register early! We have to order shirts about 30 days before race day, so sizes can start selling out as we get closer to the event.
🎠 Don’t wait too long — register early to get the shirt size you want and join us for some Fair on the Square FUN!
Sorry there are no refunds for any reason. We offer 4 different options to choose from.
1) You may switch to virtual and have your swag mailed for $15.
2) You may pick up your packet at the early packet pickup or have a friend pick up your swag on race day (must request finisher's medal if you want to do virtually at another time).
3) You may sell/give away your entry to a family/friend at no additional cost.
4) Defer your entry to 2027 for $20
Parking is easy and plentiful around the town square. Our recommendation would be to park at the Danville Athletic Club and walk four blocks as it will keep you away from the festival traffic when leaving.
Friday (Sept. 11)- Early Packet Pickup:
- 4:00 - 6:00 PM at outside on S Washington St of Hendricks County Government Center - 355 S Washington St
Danville, IN 46122 - NOTE: This is the same location as the Start/Finish Line Area
- Picking up for others – Yes, we allow packet pickup for others.
Saturday - Race Day! (Sept. 12)
6:30 - 8:00 AM Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration (NOTE: Race day pickup is located by the start/finish locations just outside on S Washington St of Hendricks County Government Center - 355 S Washington St
Danville, IN 46122
5K - No Time Limit
Half Marathon - Yes - 3.5 Hours
Yes, about the 1/2 way point for the 5k. Half Marathon will be every 2 miles. We also have some stops with full water bottles available. You are welcome to carry a full bottle of water with you until the next water stop. Must dispose all bottles in trash cans or recycle bins.
Yes – and no charge:) you know the rules… clean up. Please be respectful of other runners.
Yes!!! We will only delay for lightning or tornado.
Yes, they sure can!
Yes – please be courteous of runners in a hurry.
The closest in Danville is a Bed & Breakfast.. The Marmalade Sky
Yes, Top 3 Male/Female Overall Winners. Top 3 Male/Female in each Age Group. Overall winners and 1st in age group will receive fun special overall and age group medal. 2nd and 3rd place will receive a special age group medal.
1-12
13-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
Yes, Top 3 Male/Female Overall Winners. Top 3 Male/Female in each Age Group. Overall winners and 1st in age group will receive special overall and age group medal. 2nd and 3rd place will receive a special age group medal.
13 -19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
Half Marathon Course Map
5K Course Map
