Hawthorn Half Day Relay & Ultra presented by Jones Fabrication
Hawthorn Half Day Relay & Ultra presented by Jones Fabrication is an ultra and running race on May 29, 2027 in Terre Haute, IN, with entry fees from $60 to $100.
- Date
- May 29, 2027 (264 days to go)
- Price
- $60–$100
- Sports
- UltraRunning
From the Organizer
Established in 2006, the Hawthorn Half Day Relay & Ultra is a one-of-a-kind endurance event welcoming runners and walkers of all levels. In 2027, we’re proud to celebrate our 21st anniversary—and we’d love for you to be part of it!
Choose between a 6-hour or 12-hour race, both starting at 7:00 a.m. Participants compete on a scenic 5K loop of trail and road. To ensure every lap counts, a ½-mile short course will be available during the final 30 minutes of the race.
Race Categories
- 6-Hour: Solo or Teams of 2–3
- 12-Hour: Solo, Teams of 3–6
Whether you’re running solo, walking laps, or relaying with friends, there’s a category for you.
The Course & Runners Village
Every loop brings you through Runners Village, where you’ll have a designated space for your tent, crew, and gear. You’ll also pass Race Headquarters, fully stocked with cold drinks, snacks, and essentials to keep you fueled all day.
Campgrounds along the course will be open for optional camping and include restrooms and water stations. This setup makes Hawthorn Half Day especially family- and crew-friendly—plenty of chances to cheer runners on lap after lap!
What Can You Do in Half a Day?
At Hawthorn Half Day, there is no set distance, only time, movement, and community. Take one lap or many. Set a goal or let the day unfold.
This race is about showing up, sharing miles, and finding your rhythm together.
Go solo or team up. Run, walk, or shuffle your way through as many miles as you can. Relay teams can split the distance however they choose, making this a great option for first-timers and seasoned ultrarunners alike.
What’s Waiting for You
- Live online tracking
- Professional race photography
- Runners Village with nearby playground, shelter, and restrooms
- Optional park camping for a full weekend experience (reserve early—it sells out!)
- Post-race party with awards and special giveaways
- Overall awards and finisher medals
- And of course… our signature baked potato bar and pie
Leave the chores and screens behind. Connect with your crew, soak up the outdoors, make new friends, and celebrate 21 years of Hawthorn Half Day.
Join us. Run your race. Be part of the Half Day family.
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
82°
Typical Low
59°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Terre Haute Indiana State, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Terre Haute, IN
Population
58,491
as of 2023
City Elevation
490 ft
Nearest Airport
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 61 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Hawthorn Half Day Relay & Ultra presented by Jones Fabrication, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
264
Days to train
- Race
- Hawthorn Half Day Relay & Ultra presented by Jones Fabrication
- Date
- May 29, 2027
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Ultramarathon
An ultramarathon is anything beyond the standard marathon — 50K, 50-mile, 100K, 100-mile, and timed events. Crossing the line is less about speed and more about not quitting.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Hawthorn Half Day Relay & Ultra presented by Jones Fabrication
May 29, 2027