St. Joe Valley Happy Trail Run 2026

The race.

The St. Joe Valley Happy Trail Run takes place November 14, 2026, at St. Patrick's County Park in South Bend, Indiana. Participants can register for a 1-mile out-and-back route, a 5K (one loop), a 10K (two loops), or a half marathon of 13.1 miles (four loops plus the 1-mile route). All race proceeds benefit Rhyme & Reason Ministry, which serves individuals with developmental disabilities, cognitive delays, social skill deficits, and foster and adopted youth. Packet pickup occurs Friday, November 13, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., or on race day before the event. Half-marathon participants must begin their final lap by 12:00 p.m. EST. Race T-shirts are available for $7.50 for those who register by October 20, 2026. All distances are chip-timed.