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The Community Health Clinic 5k: Walk for Rare, Run for Hope

Date
October 10, 2026
Distance
Kids Big Wheel Race · General Admission- 5k
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From the Organizer

Come join us to "Walk for Rare, Run for Hope!" on the gorgeous Pumpkinvine Trail in Shipshewana. This is a benefit run/walk where all proceeds are going to further patients' care. 

 This will be an out-and-back run at our new clinic, located just next to the trail and the Cove youth center. We will have free snacks, a water station, and bake sale items available by donation.  A clock will be available if you would like to track your own time, and medals will be awarded to the top 3 males and 3 females. 

We will be offering a big wheel race for kids ages 3-7. (big wheels will be provided) 

DAY OF INSTRUCTIONS: 

   * Day of registration is available; shirts cannot be guaranteed. 

    * Registration will begin at 8:00am

    * You will want to park in the upfront parking lot of the clinic or across the street by the dog park if the parking lot is full.  

    * If coming from SR 5 you will turn onto North Street. Continue straight at the Morton St intersection. Our Clinic will be on your left. If you have any issues finding our building, please contact Jessica at 260-593-0108 ext 118.   

 

AFTER EVENT 

  • AMISH BAKE SALE
  • SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM 

All available by free will donation

 

About The Community Health Clinic
The Community Health Clinic is a 501(c)(3) non-profit healthcare facility located in Shipshewana, Indiana, that provides specialized genetics care consistent with Amish and Mennonite (Plain) values. The CHC provides clinical genetic services to all individuals, regardless of religion, race or age.

Services include, but are not limited to, clinical genetics, genetic counseling, newborn screening follow-up, diet management, and individualized care coordination.

We also partner with the Community Dental Clinic, which provides quality and affordable dental health care.

Our Mission…  To provide excellent and affordable medical care consistent with the needs of the Amish, Mennonite and other rural northern Indiana communities, with a focus on individuals and families with special healthcare needs.

We embrace, incorporate and promote participation in research to advance medical knowledge and improve care.

Events

Kids Big Wheel Race9 AMRegister →
General Admission- 5k9:30 AMRegister →

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

65°

Typical Low

45°

Chance of Rain

32%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Lagrange, 9 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:49 AMSunset 7:11 PMDaylight 11h 21m

Host City

About Shipshewana, IN

Elevation

874 ft

Nearest Airport

SBN

South Bend International Airport · 37 mi

Major Hub

GRR

Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 84 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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The Community Health Clinic 5k: Walk for Rare, Run for Hope
Date
October 10, 2026

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What is The Community Health Clinic 5k: Walk for Rare, Run for Hope?
The Community Health Clinic 5k: Walk for Rare, Run for Hope is a running race held in Shipshewana, Indiana on October 10, 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 Community Health Clinic 5k: Walk for Rare, Run for Hope?
Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Shipshewana, Indiana at 730 East North Street, Shipshewana, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for The Community Health Clinic 5k: Walk for Rare, Run for Hope?
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The Community Health Clinic 5k: Walk for Rare, Run for Hope

Oct 10, 2026

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