
From the Organizer
Join us for 46th Annual Hamilton Lake Road Classic 5K!
The Independence Day celebration in Hamilton, Indiana is a star-spangled tradition! Each year, the town comes alive with festive activities to celebrate our independence. Start off your day and bring the whole family to Hamilton's traditional run/walk starting and finishing near the Hamilton Fire Station. APPLE PIE for Age Group Winners!
5k entry fees
$20*registered by 6/26/26
$25 *race day registration
t-shirt included
All ages and fitness levels are WELCOME
APPLE PIE for Age Group Winners
5K award divisions
men/women
*overall
*14 & under
*15-19
*20-29
*30-39
*40-49
*50-59
*60+
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
82°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Angola, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
965 ft
Nearest Airport
FWA
Fort Wayne International Airport · 43 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 91 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 Hamilton Lake Road Classic 2026, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
17
Days to train
Coming Up
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9 miles away
Crooked Lake Freedom 5
9 miles away
Clear Lake Run Day, Fun Day
12 miles away
Panther Prowl Race 1
17 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Hamilton Lake Road Classic 2026
Jul 4, 2026