6TH Annual
6th Annual Glühwein Gallop 5k
6th Annual Glühwein Gallop 5k is a running race on December 12, 2026 in Carmel, IN, with an entry fee of $28.
- Date
- December 12, 2026 (157 days to go)
- Price
- $28
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join the wintertime fun on December 12 at 9:00am for the 6th annual Glühwein Gallop 5k! This festive run/walk is open to ALL AGES and takes place during the Carmel Christkindlmarkt festivities!
Highlights include soft-style shirts*, finisher medals, a complimentary drink, and post-race refreshments! For our faster competitors, we also offer overall/age-group awards!
The Glühwein Gallop 5k draws its name from the German word Glühwein (pronounced 'glue vine', and translated to "glow wine"). This delicious mulled wine is served warm in lots of different flavors!
*Sizing may be limited on/after Dec. 4
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
40°
Typical Low
25°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Carmel 3 E, 3 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
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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157
Days to train
- Race
- 6th Annual Glühwein Gallop 5k
- Date
- December 12, 2026
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Carmel than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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6th Annual Glühwein Gallop 5k
Dec 12, 2026