May 5 and 6, 2011  

500 Festival Mini-Marathon Expo
Indiana Convention Center, 100 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis.
Runners and walkers pick up race packets that include everything needed for Mini-Marathon (bib number, timing device, etc.), while race fans enjoy interactive displays, merchandise, exhibits and more. Open to the public. Attendees do not need to be registered for the Mini-Marathon or 5K to attend. FREE. Hours: May 6, 4-8 p.m.; May 7, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and Finish Line 500 Festival 5K
Downtown Indianapolis
Starting at 7:00 a.m., the Finish Line 500 Festival 5K is fun run/walk designed for the whole family. The Mini-Marathon is the nation’s largest half-marathon and the 5th largest road-race in America. Runner and walkers of the Mini will hit the pavement at 7:30 a.m.

May 7, 2011

500 Festival Post Race Party
Military Park, West and New York Streets, Downtown Indianapolis, immediately following the Mini-Marathon and 5K (7:00 a.m. - 2 p.m.). The Beer Garden is the perfect place for participants and spectators to cap off their Mini-Marathon experience. Celebrate your success and the success of your friends with an ice-cold beer, great live music on the Indiana Blood Center Family Reunion Stage, a live video feed of the race and delicious food from the vendors. Enjoy the live entertainment from local bands as you enjoy the Post Race Party. On the Family Reunion Area stage, live entertainment will perform throughout the day.