
From the Organizer
We invite your family and you to participate in our Annual Play for Jake - Bolt for the Heart 5K Run/Walk! The focus of Bolt for the Heart is to save as many lives as possible, by placing automatic external defibrillators (AED’s) in our law enforcement heroes’ patrol cars.
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
64°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Laporte, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
764 ft
Nearest Airport
MGC
Michigan City Municipal Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 56 mi
Time Zone
Central 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 Play for Jake - Bolt for the Heart 5K Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
Chesterton Extra Mile Youth Running Camp
18 miles away
Michigan City Extra Mile Youth Camp
14 miles away
Jill's Run 5K and Kids Fun Run
15 miles away
Necktie 5K Walk & Run
17 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Play for Jake - Bolt for the Heart 5K Run/Walk
Jul 25, 2026