Glühwein Gallop 5k Run/Walk
Participants run or walk a 5K route that starts and finishes at Carmel Christkindlmarkt, following the Monon Trail and passing shops along Main Street and Rangeline Road. Registrants receive a finisher medal, event shirt, and a complimentary market beverage such as warm Glühwein, beer, or non-alcoholic Kinderpunsch. Runners and walkers are encouraged to don wacky holiday outfits to compete in a costume contest.
Sat, Dec 12, 2026 All ages
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Tickets
$33 until Nov 2; an iconic Glühwein boot mug can be purchased for an additional $8 during race registration. Registrants receive a shirt, finisher medal, age-group awards, and one complimentary Market beverage. Additional servings of post-race drinks may be purchased separately.
Hours
Race starts at 9:00am.
Food & Drink
Participants aged 21+ can redeem their bib tag immediately after the race within the festival for one complimentary Glühwein or beer; Kinderpunsch and other non-alcoholic drinks are also available, and additional servings can be purchased.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed on the course.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Register early if you want the included shirt guaranteed, since the shirt guarantee deadline is December 3.
- Bring photo ID if you are 21 or older and plan to redeem your bib tag for Glühwein or beer.
- Wear a festive costume if you want to enter the costume contest, which gives awards for favorite outfits.
- Leave your dog at home, as dogs are not allowed on the course.
- Consider adding the Glühwein boot mug during race registration if you want one; it is an optional purchase.
Special Events & Promotions
- The registration price is available until November 2.
- An iconic Glühwein boot mug can be purchased separately during race registration.
- Additional servings of post-race drinks may be purchased separately.
- Awards are offered for the overall winner and age groups.
- Costume contest awards are given for favorite costumes.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take part in the 5K?
The run and walk are open to all ages and abilities. Participants must be at least 21 to redeem the complimentary Glühwein or beer.
What do registrants receive?
Registration includes a shirt, a finisher medal, age-group awards and one complimentary Market beverage. The shirt guarantee deadline is December 3.
What drinks are available after the race?
Participants aged 21 or older can redeem their bib tag for one complimentary Glühwein or beer serving immediately after finishing, with photo ID. Kinderpunsch and other non-alcoholic options are available, and extra servings may be purchased separately.
Can I bring my dog on the course?
No. Dogs are not allowed on the course.
Can I buy anything extra during registration?
Yes. The Glühwein boot mug is an optional purchase during race registration.
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