Scarecrow Stampede
Scarecrow Stampede is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Wanatah, IN, with entry fees from $25 to $30.
- Date
- September 26, 2026 (71 days to go)
- Location
- 309 School Dr., Wanatah, IN
- Price
- $25–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Scarecrow Stampede is part of the Wanatah Scarecrow Festival
Advanced registration:
July 16th- September 11th, 2026- $30
September 12th- September 25th, 2026- $35
Race day registration - $35
Race Day packet pick-up begins at 7:00 AM, Race starts at 8:00 AM
Awards for the 5K Run will be presented to the Top overall male and female finishers, top male and female masters, and top male and female finisher in each age group: 10 & Under;11-12; 13-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-75; 75+
The 3K walk is non-competitive and will not receive awards.
Shirt sizes and availability are only guaranteed if registered by September 11th.
Computerized Timing is provided by T&H Timing.
No dogs, strollers, bicycles, in-line skates, scooters, or wheeled vehicles are allowed on the course.
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
73°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wanatah 2 Wnw, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wanatah, IN
Nearest Airport
MGC
Michigan City Municipal Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 51 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Scarecrow Stampede
Sep 26, 2026