For Moms & everyone, Run or Walk with your Mom or to honor Moms. For ALL fitness levels. Make this the Mother’s Day while helping Moms in need!
Run Like a Mother 5K | Hometown Happenings
Sunday, May 10th, 2026, 8:00 am (6:30 am sign-in)
Lake Co. Fairgrounds, Crown Point, IN
At the Event:
- Finisher Medal for First 600 signed up (5K or 2K)
- FREE adult drink afterwards
- FREE Entry ($5) to Mother’s Day Market. SHOP for Mom with 100 local artisan vendors.
- 80’s themed fun before & after the race!
- Race Awards, including RRCA State Championship Medals
- Supports Jude House & Embrace Grace, supporting local moms in need.
Timeline:
6:30 – 7:30 am – Sign-In/Registration.
8:00 am – 5K/2K starts.
9:00 am — Awards Presentation
9:30 am – FREE pair of SHOES to a Mom!
Additional Info:
COST: 5K: $30 Adults. Non-timed 2K & Kids 3-12: $25. Under 3 is free. Shirts available thru 4/27 at an extra cost of $16. Strollers welcome.
SAVE $20! Share link on your confirmation email with friends. Get 
5 to sign up & get $20!
2 EARLY Packet Pickups – Thursday, May 7th, 5 – 6;30 pm, Fleet Feet Schererville.
Friday, May 8th, 5 – 6 pm, First United Methodist, 352 S. Main in Crown Point.
The COURSE: Timed 5K leaves the Fairgrounds & uses city streets 2K stays inside the park. 1 hour (19 min pace) suggested time limit for 5K. This helps not tie up traffic. If this pace is challenging, please consider moving to 2K.
RACE AWARDS: Top Overall, Top Master (40+), Clydesdale (Men 210+ lbs), Athena (Women 170+ lbs), Top 
3 in each age group: 0-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
RRCA State Championship Race: Overall Male & Female, 40+ Male & Female, 50+ Male & Female, 60+ Male & Female.
Please note: No refunds will be given due to weather or for any other reason. You cannot transfer your registration after May 1st. Unclaimed shirts will be sold after the run. For questions, contact Tim@yourhometownevents.com
Mother’s Day Market:
Welcome Market Guests & Vendors to the
Hometown Mother’s Day Market
Sunday, May 10th, 9a -2p
Lake County Fairgrounds, Crown Point, IN
$5 at the door. 12 & under & US Veterans are free.
Join us for the Mother’s Day Market after the race Shop unique artisan vendors & handcrafted items. Enjoy amazing foods, craft drinks, music, bounce houses & MORE!
Thank YOU to Our 2026 Sponsors!
FREE shoes to a Mom from Fleet Feet!
Carriage Court Pizza
FamilyFlyer.com
Fleet Feet Scherervillville
Health Markets Insurance – Edith Valdes
Hub Bootery Family Shoes
OrangeTheory Fitness – Crown Point|Dyer|Valpo
Simply Laundry
World’s Okayest Runners
Click HERE to Sponsor This Event!
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