Indianapolis
Indy Runners and Walkers provides group club runs and walks for your year-round enjoyment. There is a pace for the beginner, the flyer, and everyone in between.
How to Join Us
It’s simple – just show up! We’ll do our best to make you feel welcome and explain how the runk or walk works.
Our annual membership is $35, however enjoy your first month with us for free.
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What to bring
- Running or Walking Shoes: Comfortable shoes are essential for enjoying your run or walk.
- Water: Hydration is key, especially in warmer weather.
- Positive Attitude: We’re a friendly group and love welcoming new faces—just bring your enthusiasm and enjoy!
Don’t forget to complete the waiver beforehand!
weekly schedule
RUNS: MONDAY AM | TUESDAY AM | WEDNESDAY PM | THURSDAY PM | SATURDAY AM | SUNDAY AM
WALKS: TUESDAY PM | WEDNESDAY PM | THURSDAY PM | SATURDAY AM | SUNDAY AM
MONDAY AM (RUN)
3-5 miles | Downtown Athenaeum YMCA
When:
5:45 AM
Where:
Downtown YMCA at the Athenaeum
401 E Michigan St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Distance: 3-5 miles: The run is on the Cultural Trail and Downtown Canal. You can alter this route to add more miles if you like.
Points of Contact
Additional Information: Meet in lobby of or outside the entrance to the Y. 3, 4 and 5-mile options are available, following the same route as the Wednesday evening group. The route is on sidewalks with some street crossings. Although it is lit, light-colored or reflective gear is recommended.
Street parking is available for free until 7am and at the standard metered rate after that. The Y also offers free parking in the lot just north of the Old National Center accessible off of North Street between Alabama and New Jersey Streets. Restrooms are available inside the Y and lockers/showers can be accessed using your Y membership or guest pass. Y membership is NOT required to join the run.
TUESDAY PM (Run)
1-8+ miles with OPTIONAL speedwork | Hinkle Fieldhouse
When:
6:00 PM
Where:
Hinkle Fieldhouse Gate 1
Butler University
510 W. 49th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Distance: 1-8+ miles (Central Canal Towpath)
Note:
- The Tuesday run is superseded by the Indy Runners and Walkers Spring Training Program (free to all members) on Tuesday evenings from January through April.
- The Tuesday run is superseded by the Indy Runners and Walkers Fall Race Training Program (free to all members) on Tuesday evenings from mid July through October.
Even if you’re not training for a spring or fall race, we still invite you to come out and run with us.
Additional Information: This run offers two options! Both options start at the fieldhouse.
- A regular group run goes along 52nd St to the Central Canal Towpath, which has a nice, crushed limestone surface. The run typically heads southwest along the canal. It is an out and back course so you can run whatever distance you choose (1-8+ miles)!
A group doing speedwork will warm-up by running to an appropriate speedwork location (e.g., running track, Central Canal Towpath for tempo runs, Crown Hill Cemetery or Holcomb Gardens for hill repeats, …) On any given day, there will be different paces and distances, so there is a distance and pace for everyone. Afterwards, we typically hang around and socialize. repeats, …)
Parking Information: Parking is available in the above parking lot where it says “Parking” However, obey the signs. If there is a sign mentioning “Permit Parking,” do not park there. Additional parking is available along neighborhood roads to the south of Hinkle Fieldhouse. (Please don’t park next to fire hydrants, block driveways, or along roads with “No Parking” signs.)
Restrooms are available for changing, etc., prior to the run. Enter Gate 1 and walk straight ahead. The restrooms are on your left.
TUESDAY PM (Walk)
4 miles | Hinkle Fieldhouse
When:
6:00 PM
Where:
Hinkle Fieldhouse Gate 1
Butler University
510 W. 49th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Distance: 4 Miles
Additional Information:
- The Tuesday walk is superseded by the Indy Runners and Walkers Spring Training Program (free to all members) on Tuesday evenings from January through April.
- The Tuesday walk is superseded by the Indy Runners and Walkers Fall Race Training Program (free to all members) on Tuesday evenings from mid July through October.
Even if you’re not training for a spring or fall race, we still invite you to come out and walk with us. This walk starts at the fieldhouse and typically goes along 52nd St to the Central Canal Towpath, which has a nice, crushed limestone surface.
Parking Information: Parking is available in the above parking lot where it says “Parking” However, obey the signs. If there is a sign mentioning “Permit Parking,” do not park there. Additional parking is available along neighborhood roads to the south of Hinkle Fieldhouse. (Please don’t park next to fire hydrants, block driveways, or along roads with “No Parking” signs.)
Restrooms are available for changing, etc., prior to the run. Enter Gate 1 and walk straight ahead. The restrooms are on your left.
WENDESDAY PM (Run)
3-5 miles | Downtown Athenaeum YMCA
When:
6:00 PM
Where:
Downtown YMCA at the Athenaeum
401 E Michigan St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Distance: 3-5 miles: The run is on the Cultural Trail and Downtown Canal. You can alter this route to add more miles if you like.
Additional Information: Meet in lobby of or outside the entrance to the Y. 3, 4 and 5-mile options are available, following the same route as the Wednesday evening group. The route is on sidewalks with some street crossings. Although it is lit, light-colored or reflective gear is recommended.
Street parking is available for free until 7am and at the standard metered rate after that. The Y also offers free parking in the lot just north of the Old National Center accessible off of North Street between Alabama and New Jersey Streets. Restrooms are available inside the Y and lockers/showers can be accessed using your Y membership or guest pass. Y membership is NOT required to join the run.
THURSDAY PM (Run)
1-8+ miles | Runners Forum (Broad Ripple)
When:
6:00 PM
Where:
Runners Forum (Broad Ripple)
902 E Westfield Blvd.
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Distance: 1-8+ miles (Central Canal Towpath or Monon Trail)
Additional Information: Meet inside the Runners Forum in Broad Ripple just before 6:00 PM. There are multiple places to run, including the Central Canal Towpath, Williams Creek, and the Monon Trail. We most frequently run on the Monon Trail.
THURSDAY PM (WALK)
4 Miles (average) | Runners Forum (Broad Ripple)
When:
6:00 PM
Where:
Runners Forum (Broad Ripple)
902 E Westfield Blvd.
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Distance: 4 Miles
Additional Information: Meet inside the Runners Forum in Broad Ripple just before 6:00 PM. There are multiple places to run, including the Central Canal Towpath, Williams Creek, and the Monon Trail. We most frequently run on the Monon Trail.
SATURDAY AM (Run)
3-10+ miles | St Vincent (Broad Ripple)
When:
8:00 AM (Oct. – May)
7:30 AM (June – Sept.)
Where:
St. Vincent Physician/PT office just south of Broad Ripple Ave. in Broad Ripple:
1001 Broad Ripple Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46220
Distance: The suggested route of 3-10+ miles may vary from week to week to keep it interesting: north or south on the Monon Trail, the Williams Creek loop, part of the Monumental Marathon course, etc. Longer runs are available during the Spring and Fall Training Programs. However, you may run as long or as short as you want. We tend to run either an out and back route or a loop, so custom distances (including shorter distances) are definitely possible.
Don’t worry. There are a wide variety of paces available (from 6:00/mile to 13:00/mile).
Additional Information:
- The Saturday run is superseded by the Indy Runners and Walkers Spring Training Program (free to all members) on Saturday mornings from January through April at the listed starting time and location.
- The Saturday run is superseded by the Indy Runners and Walkers Fall Race Training Program (free to all members) on Saturday mornings from mid July through October at the listed starting time and location.
Even if you’re not training for a spring or fall race, we still invite you to come out and run with this large group.
Please note: no restrooms or changing areas are available where we meet.
Parking Information: We meet in the parking lot near the above green “X.” Parking is available in the outlined area. Please park away from businesses as much as possible. Finally, no restrooms or changing areas are available where we meet.
SATURDAY AM (WALK)
1-6 MILES | St Vincent (Broad Ripple)
When:
8:00 AM (Oct. – May)
7:30 AM (June – Sept.)
Where:
St. Vincent Physician/PT office just south of Broad Ripple Ave. in Broad Ripple:
1001 Broad Ripple Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46220
Distance: Participants walk 1-6 miles at various speeds with longer walks available during the summer/fall race training programs. Most participants walk north/south along the Monon Trail, so you can walk as short or as far as you want.
Additional Information:
- The Saturday walk is superseded by the Indy Runners and Walkers Spring Training Program (free to all members) on Saturday mornings from January through April at the listed starting time and location.
- The Saturday walk is superseded by the Indy Runners and Walkers Fall Race Training Program (free to all members) on Saturday mornings from mid July through October at the listed starting time and location.
Even if you’re not training for a spring or fall race, we still invite you to come out and walk with this group.
Please note: no restrooms or changing areas are available where we meet.
Parking Information: We meet in the parking lot near the above green “X.” Parking is available in the outlined area. Please park away from businesses as much as possible. Finally, no restrooms or changing areas are available where we meet.
SUNDAY AM (Run)
2-13.1 Miles | Fort Harrison (Park Pass Required)
When:
7:30 AM (June – Aug.)
8:00 AM (Sept. – May)
Where:
Fort Harrison State Park
6000 N. Post Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46216
Meet inside the park in the parking lot by the restrooms labeled “Shafter A” across from Sledding Hill. (To quickly find the meet-up location, you can also enter the plus code 86FMVXCF+9C into the Google Maps or Waze app in place of an address, and it will indicate the meet-up location in the park.) You will need to purchase a daily or annual pass as most runs go in and out of the park.
Distance: Courses are available from 2-13.1 miles. 6 miles of the course is inside Fort Harrison State Park.
Additional Information: You will need to purchase a daily or annual pass as most runs go in and out of the park. This Sunday run with a few exceptions is a slower paced run with most runners over 50. All ages are welcome and runners follow various routes as there are many courses available. Water is available when the fountains are running and water is also provided with cups by the gatehouse. Dogs welcome too! Here is a map showing various running routes. Note: The distances are not accurate as they assume an old starting location.
You must have a pass to enter the park. The daily pedestrian entry fee is $2 per person. An annual entrance permit which is good at all Indiana state parks is available for $50. These annual passes run from January 1st to December 31st. Please note: The park fee schedule is subject to change. Check the current fee schedule here.
Why Join Our Weekly Runs and Walks?
All Levels Welcome:
We’re proud to say that Indy Runners and Walkers truly has “A Place for Every Pace.” Whether you’re new to running or an experienced marathoner, you’ll find others who match your pace and goals.
Meet Friendly Faces:
Running and walking are even more rewarding with company. Our community is welcoming and supportive, making it easy to connect with others.
Stay Motivated and Accountable:
Joining a weekly run can be the boost you need to stick with your goals, stay active, and have fun.
Structured Training for All Goals:
Whether you’re aiming for a personal best, completing your first 5K, or just moving more, our variety of weekly runs offers the perfect mix of distance, speed, and camaraderie.
