
From the Organizer
Come run in one of the longest running southern Indiana road races and finish on the streets of Vallonia in the middle of the festival!! We are pleased to return as a partner to the Festival and Healthy Jackson County to kick things off on Sunday, October 19th! We'd like to invite you to participate in this year's event and in joining us in celebrating the Fort Vallonia Days Festival! 100% of proceeds support the Exchange Club and our efforts in community outreach.
Events
Weather
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
66°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Seymour 2 N, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
680 ft
Nearest Airport
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 48 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Fort Vallonia Days 5K Run & Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
Midnight Run 5K Run & Walk
14 miles away
Watermelon 5K Run & Walk
5 miles away
Oktoberfest 5K Run & Walk
14 miles away
Jackson County Ultras
5 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Fort Vallonia Days 5K Run & Walk
Oct 18, 2026