The Melt Down - Three Consecutive 5Ks
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Distance
- The Melt Down - Three Consecutive 5K's
From the Organizer
Three 5K's + One Day = The Melt Down! This challenging event is in it's 11th year. Three consecutive 5K's at 8:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Do one, two or all three races! You can decide that day! Races must be done in order (so no fresh runners in race #2 or race #3). If participants are just doing one race it has to be the 8:00 a.m. race. Races must be finished in 1 hour to allow for the start of the next race. Course is on a beautiful wide, smooth, paved trail through two parks and crosses a historical bridge! Indoor restrooms and a fun, free splash pad and playground for the kiddos located right next to the start/finish. Everyone who finishes the first race races receives a custom MELT DOWN medal. Fun HOT, summer themed t-shirts! Awards for top three male/female and top 3 in age groups in the FIRST race only. Also award for the top male and female best COMBINED times of all three races.
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
85°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Shelbyville Sewage Plt, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Shelbyville, IN
Population
19,866
as of 2023
Elevation
779 ft
Nearest Airport
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 31 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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40
Days to train
- Race
- The Melt Down - Three Consecutive 5Ks
- Date
- July 18, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Melt Down - Three Consecutive 5Ks?
- The Melt Down - Three Consecutive 5Ks is a running race held in Shelbyville, Indiana on July 18, 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 Melt Down - Three Consecutive 5Ks?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Shelbyville, Indiana at Blue River Memorial Park, Shelbyville, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Melt Down - Three Consecutive 5Ks?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Melt Down - Three Consecutive 5Ks
Jul 18, 2026