Run for Riley
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 1234 W St. Rd. 2, La Porte, IN
- Distance
- Run for Riley - Kiwanis Club of La Porte
From the Organizer
The Kiwanis Club of La Porte is putting on the Run for Riley on July 4th 5K Run/Walk. The race will begin and end in the Biggby / Dollar Tree parking lot at the intersection of Andrew Avenue and Indiana State Road 2.
Race fee is $25 per participant until June 19th.
After June 19th, the fee for the race will increase to $30 per participant.
The race length is 5k (3.1 miles).
Registration will begin at 6:30 AM on Saturday, July 4th.
Race will begin at 8:00 AM on Saturday, July 4th.
Give-away this year will be a commemorative t-shirt.
Although the route is a simple out-and-back down historic Lincolnway Avenue, it is unique because it is just minutes prior to the greatest 4th of July parade in Indiana!
All net proceeds go to Riley Children's Hospital in Indianapolis to benefit the youth of our state.
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
64°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Laporte, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About La Porte, IN
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
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run for Riley?
- Run for Riley is a running race held in La Porte, Indiana on July 4, 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 Run for Riley?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in La Porte, Indiana at 1234 W St. Rd. 2, La Porte, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run for Riley?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run for Riley
Jul 4, 2026