Hit the Bricks Run/Walk
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 3K Walk
From the Organizer
The Zionsville Optimist Club is proud to announce the 43rd annual Hit the Bricks 5K Run & Walk on Saturday, September 27! We’ve had 42 consecutive years with no rain, and are the longest continuing event in Boone County!
This year’s event features the usual 5K race/walk, utilizing elements of Zionsville’s Rail Trail and also looping through the historic downtown area, before returning to the start/finish at the Town Hall. Additionally we will have a 3K walk (Not timed) for those wanting a more leisurely stroll through beautiful Zionsville.
Established in 1981, the Zionsville Optimist Club is a local chapter of Optimist International (optimist.org). Our motto is “Friend of Youth”. Please help us fund important programs for youth in our community. The Zionsville Optimist Club is well known for their support of local youth and other local charities.
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
70°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Whitestown, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Zionsville, IN
Population
31,442
as of 2023
Elevation
884 ft
Nearest Airport
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 17 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.
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Days to train
- Race
- Hit the Bricks Run/Walk
- Date
- October 3, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Hit the Bricks Run/Walk?
- Hit the Bricks Run/Walk is a running race held in Zionsville, Indiana on October 3, 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 Hit the Bricks Run/Walk?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Zionsville, Indiana at Zionsville Town Hall, Zionsville, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Hit the Bricks Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Hit the Bricks Run/Walk
Oct 3, 2026