VICTORY RACES - Marathon, Half, and 5K
- Date
- April 3, 2027
- Distance
- Marathon · Half Marathon · 5k
From the Organizer
The Vermillion Trails Alliance is excited to host the fourth annual Victory Marathon, Half Marathon and 5k! Come run at a one of a kind USATF certified Boston Qualifier course that was a once-secret military compound, and support the VTA in its mission to grow and connect the people of Vermillion County by expanding our network of trail and recreation opportunities!
The Races: Whether you want to qualify for the Boston Marathon or you want to experience a 5K in a very unique setting, we have something for you!
- Race through a once-secret historic military compound
- Certified marathon course for national race qualifications
- Unique Bib #’s and finisher medals
- Military themed race shirts
- Discounts for Veterans, Vermillion and Parke Co. students and staff
The Location: Vermillion Rise Mega Park. The races take place on the grounds of a once-secret military munitions compound which supplied our military with explosives to help the U.S. win peace for the world during WWII. Our venue was then used to store many other military weapons throughout the mid 1900’s through the very early 2000’s. Now the Vermillion Rise Mega Park has been repurposed for local industry and retains many remnants and evidence of military ruins and manufacturing facilities.
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
61°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rockville, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hillsdale, IN
Elevation
587 ft
Nearest Airport
CMI
University of Illinois Willard Airport · 50 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 59 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at VICTORY RACES - Marathon, Half, and 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- VICTORY RACES - Marathon, Half, and 5K
- Date
- April 3, 2027
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the VICTORY RACES - Marathon, Half, and 5K?
- VICTORY RACES - Marathon, Half, and 5K is a running race held in Hillsdale, Indiana on April 3, 2027. 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 VICTORY RACES - Marathon, Half, and 5K?
- Saturday, April 3, 2027 in Hillsdale, Indiana at 1051 W Indiana Ave, Hillsdale, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the VICTORY RACES - Marathon, Half, and 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
VICTORY RACES - Marathon, Half, and 5K
Apr 3, 2027