Operation Shoebox 5k/1 Mile
Operation Shoebox 5k/1 Mile is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Greencastle, IN, with an entry fee of $20.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (5 days to go)
- Location
- 51 Ridgeway St, Greencastle, IN
- Price
- $20
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Event Timing: October 17th, 2026 race begins at 9 AM, packet pickup begins at 8 AM
Event Address: New Life Baptist Church 51 Ridgeway St. Greencastle, IN 46135
Purpose of this race is to raise money for the shipping costs of sending Christmas shoeboxes in partnership with Samaritan's Purse. More info about this organization can be found at:
https://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/
For the entry fee of $20 for the 5k, and $20 for the 1 Mile participants will receive a T-shirt, some basic refreshments and participation in the race.
Events
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race day
Saturday, 10/17
High
57°
Low
35°
Conditions
Sunny
Chance of Rain
3%
Wind
8 mph
About Greencastle, IN
Population
9,863
as of 2023
City Elevation
765 ft
Nearest Airport
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 31 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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Waiting For?
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5
Days to train
- Race
- Operation Shoebox 5k/1 Mile
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 51 Ridgeway St, Greencastle, IN
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Operation Shoebox 5k/1 Mile
Oct 17, 2026