15th annual Geist Half Marathon & 5K presented by Meijer returns with a new fall date on Saturday, Sept. 16
There’s only one week left before Fishers’ biggest race of the year returns. The 2023 Geist Half Marathon & 5K presented by Meijer will celebrate its 15th year with a new fall date on Saturday, Sept. 16. The race kicks off at 7 a.m. on Olio Road near 113th Street.
There’s still time to register to run, walk, or volunteer at this popular community tradition.
This year’s event features a new route for the family-friendly 5K (3.1 miles) through the new Geist Waterfront Park, a half marathon (13.1 miles) showcasing the stunning water views and wooded landscapes along Geist Reservoir, and a post-race party hosted by Fishers Parks. All participants receive a race shirt, medal, and free post-race beverage from MashCraft Brewing. Runners and walkers can also receive race day discounts and free treats from local businesses after the race, including Ohanalulu, Pearl Street Pizzeria, Geist Jazzercise, MashCraft Brewing, and Mochinut.
VIP registration is also available, featuring free post-race drinks from King Jugg Brewing Company; an all you can eat breakfast buffet from Ale Emporium; a private Gear Check; commemorative pint glass; post-race stretch session from Stretch Zone; and additional restroom facilities.
More than 600 volunteers will help to host the community race, and volunteer opportunities are still available for course marshals and runner services volunteers. To sign up, visit VolunteerFishers.com.
Race sponsors include Meijer (Presenting Sponsor), DeVeau’s School of Gymnastics (5K Race Sponsor), IU Health (Photo Sponsor), WTHR-Channel 13 (Bib Sponsor), and Stretch Zone (Starting Line Sponsor).
Online registration is open until 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 15. Onsite registration is also available at the event expo on Sept. 15 at Grace Church Fishers until 8 p.m. Race day registration is not available.
For road closure information, event details, and registration visit GeistHalf.com.