University of Louisville Track Stadium
2125 South Floyd Street
Louisville, KY US 40208

“OUR NATION OWES A DEBT TO ITS FALLEN HEROES THAT WE CAN NEVER FULLY REPAY"

The 3rd Annual Louisville Honor Earned, Remembrance Owed (H.E.R.O.) Run/Walk/Ruck honors those who died in battle and those we lost at home to the psychological wounds of war. Join us on Saturday, June 1, 2024 for a day of camaraderie and connection. Proceeds will benefit our new charity partner USA Cares, a four-star rated charity providing financial assistance to post-9/11 Veterans and their families, as well as the University of Louisville's Salute to Service Scholarship Fund.

In its first two years, the Louisville H.E.R.O. Run/Walk/Ruck had over 650 participants and donated over $34,000 to help Kentuckiana Veterans and their families. Join us to support these two great charities, learn more about local Veteran organizations, and take home a unique finisher's medal.

The Louisville H.E.R.O. Run/Walk/Ruck is a family friendly event, and will once again take place at the University of Louisville Cardinal Track Stadium, 2125 South Floyd Street in Louisville. The route will leave the track and field stadium, take participants around the beautiful University of Louisville campus, and finish on the track.

Registration

$30 for civilians, $25 for Military/Veterans.

Kids 8 and under can also choose to run our FREE 100-meter fun run.

Veterans and Active Duty Military use the code "veteran" at checkout to receive $5 off registration

To register, click here.

Beckley Creek Park
1421 Beckley Creek Parkway
Louisville, KY US 40245

General Information

The Parklands & WLKY 5K supports the annual maintenance and operations of The Parklands of Floyds Fork. The Parklands is one of the largest donor and visitor-supported public park systems in the country and receives no tax dollars for annual operations. Open 365 days a year at no charge to visitors, it is one of the region's most popular destinations and has nearly 4 million visits each year. The Parklands features over 60 miles of trails for hiking and biking—including a mountain bike park and a 19-mile, ADA-certified, multi-use paved trail that spans the length of the park—and 22 miles of paddling trail along Floyds Fork. Help us continue providing safe, clean, fun, and beautiful park experiences by registering for the Parklands & WLKY 5K today!

Kentucky Cryptid Series – Mothman

Waverly Park 4800 Waverly Park Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

The Mothman Race is the second in a series of trail runs through Louisville’s beautiful parks. This is a family and beginner friendly six mile run through the trails of Waverly Park.  We’ll start at the playground and make our way winding through Waverly Park.

The Mothman is a cryptid who follows is said to be a red-eyed humanoid winged creature seen by some as a harbinger of doom. Mothman sighting accounts come from across West Virginia and Kentucky, to the greater Appalachian region. From the 1960’s to present day sightings continue to be reported.

$15.00

To register, CLICK HERE

First we run, then we eat pizza!

Join us for this fun 5k. The race starts at 6:30 p.m. near the Iroquois Amphitheater. We recommend getting there early to allow plenty of time for parking and check-in. This family friendly community event brought to you by the Iroquois Hill Runners provides the perfect opportunity to come out and attempt your first 5K or put your yourself to the test and break a PR. The rolling course around the base of Iroquois Park is full of ample beauty to enjoy while avoiding the hustle and bustle of traffic.

DID SOMEBODY SAY PIZZA?

YES! Iroquois Hill Runners will provide pizza to all of those who join us. Build up the appetite while you run, then stay and hang out with the community and socialize for a while.

To Register, CLICK HERE

Participants run five miles through the beautiful trails of Cherokee Park to benefit Second Chances Wildlife Center. Second Chances is a nonprofit that provides Environmental Education programs to the Louisville area community. They also offer wildlife rehabilitation and safe release of injured and orphaned animals. Race proceeds and additional donations go back to saving our local wildlife. This pays for medicines, cleaning supplies, vet visits, formula, food, etc. Thank you for your support. 

Runners receive a custom series medal, race t-shirt and a chance to meet one of the Second Chances Animal Ambassadors! Blackjack the Raccoon, Yeti the Opossum, and Pepperoni the bat are just a few of the non-releasable Educational Animal Ambassadors have lifetime sanctuary at Second Chances. The course is a five miles of single track, wooded trail through the heart of Cherokee Park. Elevation about 460.  Starting and ending near Hogan's Fountain, the course is great for beginners and veteran runners alike. Door prizes and overall awards for top 3 male and female runners.

This year we have a fun little twist. We will have a few hidden plastic skunks along the course. If you find one, you can turn it in for a door prize. One per Person. Of course if your goal is strictly speed, just wave to the animals as you run past them.

A water stop will be located at the midway point on the course. In accordance with our environmental friendly stance, this is a cup free race. Please bring your own reusable cup or water bottle.  

Click here to register for the Louisville Bats 5k

This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medals with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details and register (no fee to register for the Run the 502).

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to run the Bats 5k, the only race where you finish the last ¼ mile with a lap around the diamond at Louisville Slugger Field! Course will start and finish outside the back gate on Witherspoon with the award ceremony taking place inside the stadium.

Race entry includes:

• Two dateless ticket vouchers, good for any 2024 Louisville Bats home game (vouchers will be in your packet at packet pickup)

• Performance fanny pack with Running Buddy Bat logo

• 2024 Bats 5K Finisher Medal (see below)

• Race Photo with Buddy Bat

• Engraved Louisville Slugger Bats for Overall Top 3 male/female finishers

• Age group awards given for the top 3 male/female participants in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over.

Click here to register.

Join us at 8:00 am on Thursday morning, July 4th for the St. Matthews Independence Day 5K.  This race has its origins back to the late 1970's (and the course unchanged) in what was then called the St. Matthews Pavement Pounder.  This fun and fast timed race begins and ends at St. Matthews Baptist Church (3515 Grandview Avenue).  Walkers are welcome!

 For a course map, click here.

COSTUME CONTEST!  WEAR YOUR FINEST PATRIOTIC GEAR!

Wear your most patriotic red, white and blue win Ken Combs Running Store gift certificates, $25 for each individual category and $100 for the group category. Costume contest categories for:

• Most Patriotic Male and Female

• Most Patriotic Group

• Most Patriotic Youth (10 and under)

Awards, fruit, coffee, bagels, costume contest judging and door prize drawings will take place in the parking lot following the race.

RACE AS A TEAM!

The Team Challenge is open to any 3 to 5 person teams in three divisions: Male, Female, or Coed. Fastest three on each team are scored, the Coed team must score one woman. You will not only compete for team awards each team member is also eligible for an individual time and awards!  Ken Combs Running Store gift certificates for each winning team in each category ($10 for each team member)There is no additional fee to participate in the Team Challenge.

ENTRY FEES (Non-refundable) - Click here to register

•             Early registration through April 30th - $25

•             Registration May 1st through June 30th - $30

•             Packet pickup or race day registration - $35

AWARDS

Awards and Ken Combs Running Store gift certificates ($70, $50, $30) to the overall first, second and third place men and women. And first, second and third place male and female and Ken Combs Gift Certificates ($20, $15, $10) in these age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 and 80 and over.

To register, Click Here

First we run, then we eat ice cream!

Join us for this fun 5k. The race starts at 6:30 p.m. near the Iroquois Amphitheater. We recommend getting there early to allow plenty of time for parking and check-in. This family friendly community event brought to you by the Iroquois Hill Runners provides the perfect opportunity to come out and attempt your first 5K or put your yourself to the test and break a PR. The rolling course around the base of Iroquois Park is full of ample beauty to enjoy while avoiding the hustle and bustle of traffic.

DID SOMEBODY SAY Ice Cream?

YES! Iroquois Hill Runners will be providing Ice Cream to all of those who join us. What a great way to cool down after a warm summer race. Sign up, Run and Stay to hang out with the community and socialize for a while.

Click Here to register

Iroquois Hill Runners Midnight Hill Climb 6K. Arrive Friday night at 11:30 PM and race up the hill to the top of Iroquois Park at midnight and back downhill for a fast finish. Light up arch, glow sticks, and plenty of fun to be had at this event!

Night owls, come light up the night! This 6K run starts at 11:59 PM near the gate at Uppill Road.

The course continues up Rundill road hill, then circles around Iroquois Park Road and Toppill Road before coming back down the hill. Every mile will get easier!

Note: Every runner is REQUIRED to have a headlamp or flashlight.

Click here to register.

This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medals with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details, to see the medal and register (no fee to register for the Run the 502).

Louisville Slugger Field

Celebrating it's 21st year, the Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4 Miler is a four mile run/walk through beautiful Waterfront Park (click here for course map) in the morning and a baseball game that evening.  What a perfect way to spend a summer Saturday.  All registrants receive their choice of a cotton blend, tech shirt or women's tech tank (only pre-registered will be guaranteed a shirt on race day) or get two for an additional $10. 

A new local charity race coming to Iroquois Park this fall! You won’t want to miss out on this inaugural race.

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Join us for this fun 5k. The race starts at 6:30 p.m. near the Iroquois Amphitheater. We recommend getting there early to allow plenty of time for parking and check-in. This family friendly community event brought to you by the Iroquois Hill Runners provides the perfect opportunity to come out and attempt your first 5K or put your yourself to the test and break a PR. The rolling course around the base of Iroquois Park is full of ample beauty to enjoy while avoiding the hustle and bustle of traffic.

This is a DONATION based entry event!

Please bring an unopened toy or monetary donation for Toys for Tots as your registration fee.  After the run, stay to see if your poker hand is a big winner.  Plus many door prizes!

REGISTRATION

The Wolfman Race is the third in a series of trail runs through Louisville’s beautiful parks. This is a seven mile run through the trails of Iroquois Park.  We’ll start near the amphitheater winding through Iroquois Park.

REGISTRATION

NEW RACE! Blackacre Barnstormer coming in hot! You will not want to miss the 1st Annual Blackacre Barnstormer coming this fall. Overall and Age Group awards, Super Soft race shirt available for order, Sponsor Booths, Trails and and overall great time!

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The Half Marathon course is out and back on the Knobstone Trail with the turnaround @ the summit of Round Top Knob.

The 5 mile course is also Knobstone Trail with the turnaround at the first aid station @ mile marker 2.5.

The 18 mile course is now an out and back on Knobstone Trail including Jackson Trailhead for a seriously challenging course…”The Ultimate 18″

The trail is single track and fairly rugged (rocks, roots, uneven terrain). The first 4 miles is undulating and beyond that the escarpments are steep with quite a bit of elevation up and down until you reach the summit of Round Top Knob.

Aid stations will be located at mile 2.5 @ trail intersection and at mile 5.3 @ road intersection. Aid stations will have Gatorade and water plus some nutrition options to be detailed later.
Age group awards and overall awards will be presented as well as bonus prizes and overall prizes.

The race will start @8AM for all distances.

We will provide food for all participants and family as well as volunteers.

Thanks in advance for your interest and for supporting a great cause.

ALL PROCEEDS TOWARDS SUICIDE AWARENESS & SUPPORT (SAM’S) FOUNDATION

Click here to register.

It's the Animal Care Society's 40th Anniversary and to make the occasion, this year the event will be 4 miles instead of the 5k of the past and we're moving to Beckley Creek Park in The Parklands!

Two- and four-legged (canine) members of the community are invited to enjoy a tail-waggin' good time at the Animal Care Society's (ACS) Annual Bark in the Park 4 Miler.

This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medals with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details, to see the medal and register (no fee to register for the Run the 502).

Join us for our 21st annual Bark in the Park! Bark in the Park is a timed 5k Woof Walk & Run held September 14th.

Participate in the thrilling 4 Mile run and walk, or simply enjoy the festivities with your family, including games, food, and entertainment for all ages. Come together with fellow pet lovers and make unforgettable memories at this spectacular event, all while supporting a great cause. Mark your calendars and get ready for a paw-some time at Bark in the Park!

All runners will receive a t-shirt, finisher medal, and fun wag bag with lots of goodies from our sponsors. Benefiting the lifesaving work we do; you won't want to miss out on all the fun! 

Returning for 5th Annual, the Plant 5K. More details to come soon!

REGISTER

Click here to register.

This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medals with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details, to see the medal and register (no fee to register for the Run the 502).

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 7:30 a.m.

The race so nice you can do it twice!

The Downtown Doubler is a 30k/15k/8k/4k that fits great into your fall training schedule whether you're running a half, full or a tri and to have two times more fun we've added an 8k/4k as well as virtual options for all four individual events!

The races will start at 7:30 a.m.and finish at the New Albany Amphitheater and running along the scenic Ohio River Greenway.  Click here for a course map.  Each loop is 15K (4k for the 8k), run the course twice to complete 30k. Enjoy views of downtown Louisville (twice if you dare!) as you run along the river. 

RACE AS A TEAM!

The Team Challenge is open to any 3 to 5 person teams in three divisions: Male, Female, or Coed. Fastest three on each team are scored, the Coed team must score one woman. You will not only compete for team awards, each team member is also eligible for an individual time and awards!  There is no additional fee to participate in the Team Challenge.

Walkers are welcome but please note the finish line closes at 11:30 a.m.

Race Day - Address: New Albany Amphitheater, 100 E. Water Street, 47150.

Must be able to maintain a 12:52/mile pace for the 30k.  The course will close at 11:30 a.m.

The Lynn Family 5K will be held at the Brown Forman Amphitheater located at Waterfront Park on September 28, 2024!

The Lynn Family 5K for VIPS is the only race in the Louisville Metro area that features a division for blind and visually impaired runners. We also have race divisions so lace up those running shoes and start training so you can win your category! All funds raised from this special event will help VIPS provide early intervention services and educational support to Kentucky and Indiana’s youngest children who are blind or visually impaired.

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The Bigfoot Race is the fourth in a series of trail runs through Louisville’s beautiful parks. This is an eight mile run through the trails of Jefferson Memorial Forest.  We’ll start at Horine Reservation and make our way winding through Red/Orange Trails with a couple miles toward the Welcome Center and back.

REGISTER

Click here to register.

This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medals with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details, to see the medal and register (no fee to register for the Run the 502).

You'll have a "howling" good time at the 2023 Pupkin Spice 5k!                

Join us at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park for a fun filled fall morning of costumes, pets, dog treats and coffee!   We will be waiting for you at the finish line with a hot cup of coffee and treat for your pet!

Costume Contest Awards for:

• Best Costume

• Most Original Costume

• Best Couple Costume

• Best Family/Group Costume

• Best Runner/Stroller Costume

• Fastest Costume Runner 5k

• Best Human/Pet Look-a-Like

• Best Human/Pet Costume Couple

• Best Pet Costume

• Funniest Pet Costume

• Most Original Pet Costume

• Scariest Pet Costume

• Best Pet "Tolerating a Clearly-Incredibly-Annoying-To-Wear" Costume

The Team Challenge is open to any 3 to 5 person teams in three divisions: Male, Female, or Coed. Fastest three on each team are scored, the Coed team must score one woman. You will not only compete for team awards, each team member is also eligible for an individual time and awards!

44th Annual Iroquois Hill Runners Thanksgiving Day Run

Join us on November 28th for our 44th annual Thanksgiving Day Race to the top of the park before you sit down for the big holiday meal.

This race starts at 9:00 AM near the Iroquois Amphitheater, goes up to the top of the park, then back down the hill.

Each Entrant will receive a top-quality long sleeve shirt and an entry into drawings for up to $1,000 in prizes. The first 1,000 entrants will also receive a medal for their participation.

REGISTER

Be part of the original festive race for charity and signature Arthritis Foundation holiday event! Wear your favorite holiday attire and together, we’ll jingle all the way to a cure! Register as an individual or bring a team of friends, family and co-workers to run, walk or stroll, and spread the good cheer. Together, we’re raising funds to support research for ARTHRITIS TREATMENTS & A CURE — plus life-changing ARTHRITIS RESOURCES & LOCAL PROGRAMS.

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Click here to register for the Polar Bear Grand Prix.

Click here to register for just the Reindeer Romp.

FIRST LEG OF THE POLAR BEAR GRAND PRIX
This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medals with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details, to see the medal and register (no fee to register for the Run the 502).

Four kilometer (2.4 miles) run and walk on the Scenic Loop in Cherokee Park.  Click here for a course map. Great way to kick off the 2025 running/walking season just a little early.

A COSTUME CONTEST: More fun at the Reindeer Romp!
Let's see your best Christmas fun - Contest categories include:

• Most Christmasy

• Ugliest Sweater

• Best Hat

• Best Couple Costume

• Best Group Costume

• Best Stroller Costume

• Best Pet Costume

• Fastest Costumed Male & Female

THE POLAR BEAR GRAND PRIX TEAM CHALLENGE
For all three races!
The  Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge is open to any 3 to 5 person teams in three divisions: Male, Female, or Coed. Fastest three on each team are scored, the Coed team must score one woman. Your team can choose to participate in any individual or all three Polar Bear Grand Prix races. There will be a Team Challenge Polar Bear Grand Prix Award for any team that wins all three races in their division. You will not only compete for team awards; each team member is also eligible for an individual time and awards! There is no additional fee to participate in the Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge.

Free event!

Bring canned food donations and run a few miles!

Iroquois Park

1080 Amphitheater Rd
Louisville, KY 40220

Click here to register.

This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medals with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details, to see the medal and register (no fee to register for the Run the 502).

Saturday, December 21st at 9:00 a.m. at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park

The 28th Annual Santa Sprint & Stroll is right around the corner!

This merry 5k Run/ Walk will benefit the work of United Crescent Hill Ministries and an event that The Courier Journal once called "more festive than the run-of-the-mill 5k," with both serious runners and holiday merrymakers.

- Scenic course in Cherokee Park, click here for course map
- Long Sleeve Cotton Blend Shirt including Youth sizing
- Refreshments served after the race
- Age Group Awards with five year categories for Top 3 Finishers in each
- Photos with SANTA 

Looking forward to some healthy merry-making with you, so don't miss out on meeting SANTA himself—at our 27th Annual Santa Sprint & Stroll on December 21, 2024! 

HO, HO, HOPE to see you there!

Click here to register for the Polar Bear Grand Prix.

Click here to register for just the Frostbite 5k.

Second race of the Polar Bear Grand Prix, the Frostbite 5k is by far the most popular race of the series and the best value on the running calendar with a long sleeve, ¼ zip technical race shirt with your entry fee.

This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medals with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details, to see the medal and register (no fee to register for the Run the 502).

The Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge is open to any 3 to 5 person teams in three divisions: Male, Female, or Coed. Fastest three on each team are scored, the Coed team must score one woman. Your team can choose to participate in any individual or all three Polar Bear Grand Prix races. There will be a Team Challenge Polar Bear Grand Prix Award for any team that wins all three races in their division. You will not only compete for team awards; each team member is also eligible for an individual time and awards! There is no additional fee to participate in the Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge.

Each member of the winning team in each division will receive a gift card!

Click here to register for the Polar Bear Grand Prix.

Click here to register for just the Snowman Shuffle 4 Miler.

Third and final race of the Polar Bear Grand Prix.  Four mile run and walk through scenic Cherokee Park, starts at Hogan's Fountain and winds its way along Beargrass Creek to Big Rock Park and back around the Scenic Loop.  Enter just the Snowman Shuffle or make the full commitment to participate in all three races.

This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medals with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details, to see the medal and register (no fee to register for the Run the 502).

The Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge is open to any 3 to 5 person teams in three divisions: Male, Female, or Coed. Fastest three on each team are scored, the Coed team must score one woman. Your team can choose to participate in any individual or all three Polar Bear Grand Prix races. There will be a Team Challenge Polar Bear Grand Prix Award for any team that wins all three races in their division. You will not only compete for team awards; each team member is also eligible for an individual time and awards! There is no additional fee to participate in the Polar Bear Grand Prix Team Challenge.