From the Organizer
Fun Run 5K benefiting Recovery Café Muncie!
Mary’s Miles is a 5K and fundraising event geared at supporting holistic recovery for those in need, ending taboos, and creating a community that lifts us all up. Partnered with Recovery Café Muncie’s mission to support development of the mind, body, and spirit of individuals desiring recovery, the mission of Mary’s Miles is to raise awareness about Recovery Café Muncie, gather funds for its quality no-cost recovery programming, and help struggling community members discover this vital resource and create a beautiful life in recovery.
This will be a self-timed race on the White River Greenway, with the start and finish line in Westside Park. Trophies designed by local artist Denise King will be awarded to the top male, female, and non-binary finishers. There will also be awards for Best Costume, Best Good Doggo, and Best Team. After the race, there will be food options, artisan vendors, non-profit vendors, activities, kids' games, and a silent auction in Westside Park. Please join the fun!
Mary Phillips Maxwell was a wonderful mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and more. She was an extraordinarily talented multimedia artist, singer, and musician. She loved nature, classic movies, the Oregon coast, Scottish Terriers, and The Beach Boys. She had the biggest smile and the most contagious laugh. She was kind to people and animals, generous, funny, creative, and courageous. She was her daughter’s, Erin’s, biggest fan. Nobody cheered louder at diving meets, band concerts, and competitions than Mary. Mary always said that the best thing she ever created was her daughter, and her daughter never doubted she meant it. Mary was also in chronic pain for years. Opioids were prescribed to end the pain. Unfortunately, a different kind of pain began that lasted for decades and resulted in her death. Part of Mary’s legacy is about transcending that pain and suffering and helping to end the suffering of others. Whether new to recovery, moving through a difficult transition, returning to recovery, experiencing mental health challenges, trauma, or homelessness, or are now wanting to give back in service to others—Recovery Café Muncie welcomes all to join in recovering their true, authentic self!
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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
85°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Muncie Delaware Co Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Muncie, IN
Population
64,739
as of 2023
Elevation
939 ft
Nearest Airport
FWA
Fort Wayne International Airport · 55 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 58 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Mary's Miles?
- Mary's Miles is a running race held in Muncie, Indiana on August 8, 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 Mary's Miles?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Muncie, Indiana at Westside Park, Muncie, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Mary's Miles?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Mary's Miles
Aug 8, 2026