11TH Annual
11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K
11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Carmel, IN, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- October 3, 2026 (72 days to go)
- Location
- The Carmel Gazebo, Carmel, IN
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
11th ANNUAL BRAIN BOLT 5K TO HELP VICTIMS OF TRAUMATIC BRAIN AND SPINE INJURIES
Carmel, IN—Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine (GCBS) is proud to announce our 11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K Run/Walk. The race will once again benefit the treatment and care of traumatic brain and spine injuries. This year will once again include an in-person traditional and dedicated survivor course! This inclusive course will be modified to accommodate varying physical abilities. Our featured guest will share their inspirational story of survival!
IN-PERSON RACE
This year’s Brain Bolt 5K will raise funds for the Neurosurgery Foundation at Goodman Campbell.
- In-person walk/run/wheelchair through beautiful Carmel, Indiana
- In-person walk/run/wheelchair survivor course alongside the traditional course
- Volunteer- please visit our volunteer page for a list of available roles
- Donation of monetary or in-kind services/products
When & Where
Attend in person beginning at the Carmel Gazebo at Civic Square in Carmel, IN on Saturday, October 3rd. (*Both the 5K course and the survivor course)
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
71°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Carmel 3 E, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Carmel, IN
City Elevation
835 ft
Nearest Airport
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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72
Days to train
- Race
- 11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- The Carmel Gazebo, Carmel, IN
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11th Annual Brain Bolt 5K
Oct 3, 2026