Dragon Dash 5k 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- June 27, 2026
- Distance
- Dragon Dash 5k · 1 Mile Fun Run · Dragon Dash 5k (no t-shirt) & more
From the Organizer
Kick of The 10th Anniversary of Summer Fest with our Red White and Blue 5k. As always this is a fun family-friendly run through the heart of New Palestine.
The Dragon Dash is not a professionally timed race. However, we will have a race clock and volunteers to clock your times and add them to the results page.
Price is $30 with a T-shirt -- $20 without. Group pricing is available for groups of 5 or more.
Start time is 8am with registration beginning at 7am. We start/finish at Town Hall with the route taking you through the beautiful neighborhoods of New Pal. You can do the full 5k or turn around for the 1 mile.
All runners will receive a T-shirt, (while supplies last) finishers medal, and finishers pictures will be available for download. Water, bananas and cookies with be provided at the finish line.
Come dressed in your brightest red, white and blue to celebrate with some movement and summertime energy!
The Dragon Dash is just the beginning! This year marks Summer Fest's 10th Anniversary, and we're celebrating in style! After your morning run, join us for a full day of excitement with Summer Fest's vendors, delicious food, refreshing Beer Garden, live music, and our spectacular fireworks show.
A portion of our funds received go towards helping a variety of organizations and arts in our community.
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
83°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Indianapolis Se Side, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About New Palestine, IN
Elevation
819 ft
Nearest Airport
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 21 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Dragon Dash 5k 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- June 27, 2026
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- What is the Dragon Dash 5k 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Dragon Dash 5k 1 Mile Fun Run is a running race held in New Palestine, Indiana on June 27, 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 Dragon Dash 5k 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Saturday, June 27, 2026 in New Palestine, Indiana at 42 E. Mainstreet, New Palestine, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Dragon Dash 5k 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Dragon Dash 5k 1 Mile Fun Run
Jun 27, 2026