The Parlor City Trot features a half marathon, 10k, and 5k runs. The event happens in Bluffton, Indiana, in Ouabache State Park. Participants can vie for Overall, Masters, and Age Group awards across all race distances. There is a maximum of 3.5 hours for the race, and participants can start early if timing is a concern, although they won’t be eligible for Overall awards. Early registrants receive a T-shirt. Participants pick up their packets at 6:15 am. The races begin on the intersection of Main Street and Walnut Street. The course takes runners through the streets of Bluffton and the adjacent park.
Parlor City Trot Half Marathon & 10K
Date
Aug 30, 2025
Starting Time
7:30 AM
Course
Road
Fees
$40+
Location
Bluffton
Participants
1-100
Terrain
Fast & Flat
Environment
Park Run
Temperature
High: 78°
/ Low: 57°
Overview
Course Description
Celebrate the 49th edition of the Parlor City Trot, featuring a half-marathon, alongside 10K and 5K runs. The half-marathon is a key part of the Fort Wayne Running Club’s point series, promising a well-organized, flat, fast, and scenic race. Join the Bluffton tradition, exploring the charming streets and pathways of Bluffton, IN, and the serene Ouabache State Park.
On race morning, starting at 6:15 am, gather at the Bluffton City Gym for convenient packet pickup. The races kick off on Main Street at the intersection with Walnut Street, near the iconic Wells County Courthouse, and culminate on River Road at Pickett’s Run Park. Participants can vie for Overall, Masters, and Age Group awards across all race distances, adding a competitive edge to this time-honored Bluffton event.
Past Results
Visit the race website for an up to date course map.
