Join Epic Racing Events for our upcoming races in 2026
Hey Epic Runners:
Join Epic Racing Events as we continue the Memorial Day tradition that was started by the Bird family. The Memorial Day Mile is a downhill competitive mile that starts downtown Columbia City and finishes at the Whitley County YMCA. The course follows Van Buren Street in a point to point race. The race will kick off the Annual Memorial Day Parade which starts at 10:15AM.
Epic Racing Events wants to show you a good time
Epic Racing Events primary focus is to provide you with safe, but unique events that allow each participant to enjoy their race day. We want each runner to have a memorable race day experience regardless of where they are located in the pack. Epic Racing Events strives to deliver the highest quality in course management, pre and post-race amenities and communication with the participants both before, during and after an event. We want to make your running journey the best it can possibly be.
Epic Racing Events LLC was founded by Mike Else, a Fort Wayne resident, avid runner and endurance athlete. Mike has participated in all levels of races from 5K to 100 mile Ultra Marathon distance. He began racing in 2003 and appreciates the value of a well organized event, whether it's a road race or on the trails.
Epic Racing Events is proud to be part of the Fort Wayne and Northeast Indiana running community. We look forward to seeing you at our next event.
We want you to "Do Something Epic"....see you at the start line soon!
