40th Annual Cole Porter Classic 2026
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- Miami County YMCA, Peru, IN
- Distance
- 5K · 10K
- Price
- $30
From the Organizer
PERU ROTARY CLUB’S COLE 40TH PORTER CLASSIC:
5K & 10K ROAD RACE
10K RUN ** 5K RUN ** 5K COMPETITIVE RACE WALK
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026
All events start at 9:00 AM.
You must be able to complete the 10K run in 1 hour and 30 minutes!!!
SPECIAL NOTE:
NO pets or wheeled devices allowed.
Exception - wheelchairs or child strollers designed for trails or roads are permitted.
PACKET PICK-UP & REGISTRATION:
Location: Miami County YMCA, 751 West 2nd St., Peru, IN.
Race day packet pick will open at 7:30am
Pre-registration closes at 11:59pm on September 27, 2026! (Required to be guaranteed a long-sleeved shirt)
late registration will be available Online only UNTIL 3:00PM on October 2, 2026. (Shirt size and availability not guaranteed)
PRE-REGISTRAION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, BUT ON-SITE RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE!
THE COURSE:
The course is relatively flat and continues along the Riverwalk Park trail, city streets and on the NPT. All events begin and end at the YMCA.
AGE & OVERALL WINNERS:
Awards will be presented to the male & female winners in various age brackets for the following events: 5K Run, 10K Run, 5K Competitive Race Walk. There will also be a 1st place overall award presented for the 5K & 10K runs and for the 5K Competitive Race Walk.
RACE PROVISIONS:
Division Awards - Restrooms - Frequent Water Stations - Chip Timing
***The first 150 entrants Will receive a finishers medal!!
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
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wabash, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Peru, IN
Population
10,835
as of 2023
City Elevation
629 ft
Nearest Airport
FWA
Fort Wayne International Airport · 48 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 72 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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- Race
- 40th Annual Cole Porter Classic 2026
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- Miami County YMCA, Peru, IN
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 40th Annual Cole Porter Classic 2026?
- 40th Annual Cole Porter Classic 2026 is a running race held in Peru, Indiana on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 40th Annual Cole Porter Classic 2026?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Peru, Indiana at Miami County YMCA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 40th Annual Cole Porter Classic 2026?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
40th Annual Cole Porter Classic 2026
Oct 3, 2026