MS Warrior Dash 5K: Portage, Indiana - (Race cancelled in 2026): Picnic details below.

Cancellation Notice for 2026 Race (June 13th Portage, Indiana)

Runners, Walkers, Warriors, Friends, Volunteers, and all our Amazing Friends,

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the cancellation of the 5th Annual MS Warrior Dash. Due to personal and medical challenges, we are unable to give this event the time and care it deserves in 2026. 
 
Over the past four years, this event has become something truly special because of the people who showed up—participants, volunteers, and supporters who made it more than just a race.
 
While we won’t be hosting the dash this year, we would love to gather and celebrate everything we’ve built together. Please join us at the park from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM for a relaxed picnic. We’ll provide hot dogs (including vegan options), and you’re welcome to bring a dish to share.
 
Please RSVP using the "Contact Form" below or drop an email to: mike@knopp87.com 
 
The trails and volleyball courts will be open for anyone who wants to enjoy a run or a game. This will be an informal gathering, so there will be no race-day elements like shirts, medals, or course markings.

Timer Mike @ Ronin Race Timing would be happy to bring our race arch and timing equipment for an 'open' start/finish for a few hours. TBD pending interest. Let us know! Please note that all trails will be unsupported and unmarked. This will be a DIY option. 
 
Thank you for being part of this journey and for making the MS Warrior Dash such a meaningful experience over the years. We hope to see you there as we celebrate the community that made it all possible.
 
We very much hope to continue the MSWD race series in the near future after a bit of healing and recovery. 
 
With love and kindness,

- Steph, Kelly, and Michael @ MS Warrior Dash 🧡 🤗 🧡

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5th Annual MS Warrior Dash 5K

Saturday June 13th 2025 - Portage, Indiana 

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We cordially invite you to participate as a Sponsor of the 5th annual MS Warrior Dash 5K Run/Walk for MS Run the US. 

Each year the MS Warrior Dash is held to raise awareness about this debilitating disease affecting nearly 3 million people worldwide while raising funds for MS Run the US, a not for profit organization that purchases wheelchairs, ramps, and the like for disabled MS patients in need. Please consider making an impact with sponsorship*:

Platinum Tier

• $500 USD
• Large Company Logo placed at the top of race t-shirts
• Large Company Logo at Start/Finish
• Recognition on all race advertisements & at race 
• 2 complimentary race entries

Gold Tier

• $250 USD
• Company Logo placed at the top of race t-shirts
• Company Logo at Start/Finish
• Recognition on all race advertisements & at race 
• 1 complimentary race entries

Silver Tier

• $100 USD
• Company Name on back of race t-shirts
• Recognition on Race Facebook Page

We are proud to say the MS Warrior Dash 5K Run/Walk is carried out by a fully volunteer based staff enabling 100% of profit to go directly to aiding those living with disability from multiple sclerosis. Your sponsorship helps to defray the cost of organizing the event. Funds received from sponsorships are used to purchase t-shirts for registered race participants, awards and complimentary drinks and snacks for each race participant. 

Additional Sponsorship packages are available through donation of raffle prizes and/or other dollar amounts. Please email fightingms.2022@gmail.com for more information.

The MS Warrior Dash is proud to be a returning Calumet Region Striders Gold Cup and Elite Series Race in 2026

MS Warrior Dash 5K 2026:

- Out and back on the paved Iron Horse Heritage Trail

- We do not currently anticipate changes from the 2025 course seen below:

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5th Annual MS Warrior Dash 5K

Saturday June 13th 2025 - Portage, Indiana 

♥♥♥♥♥♥

We cordially invite you to participate as a Sponsor of the 5th annual MS Warrior Dash 5K Run/Walk for MS Run the US. 

Each year the MS Warrior Dash is held to raise awareness about this debilitating disease affecting nearly 3 million people worldwide while raising funds for MS Run the US, a not for profit organization that purchases wheelchairs, ramps, and the like for disabled MS patients in need. Please consider making an impact with sponsorship*:

Platinum Tier

• $500 USD
• Large Company Logo placed at the top of race t-shirts
• Large Company Logo at Start/Finish
• Recognition on all race advertisements & at race 
• 2 complimentary race entries

Gold Tier

• $250 USD
• Company Logo placed at the top of race t-shirts
• Company Logo at Start/Finish
• Recognition on all race advertisements & at race 
• 1 complimentary race entries

Silver Tier

• $100 USD
• Company Name on back of race t-shirts
• Recognition on Race Facebook Page

We are proud to say the MS Warrior Dash 5K Run/Walk is carried out by a fully volunteer based staff enabling 100% of profit to go directly to aiding those living with disability from multiple sclerosis. Your sponsorship helps to defray the cost of organizing the event. Funds received from sponsorships are used to purchase t-shirts for registered race participants, awards and complimentary drinks and snacks for each race participant. 

Additional Sponsorship packages are available through donation of raffle prizes and/or other dollar amounts. Please email fightingms.2022@gmail.com for more information.

The MS Warrior Dash is proud to be a returning Calumet Region Striders Gold Cup and Elite Series Race in 2026