Races

The Merrimac Miracle Organization is pleased to host the 6th Annual London OH Marathon as a fundraiser for Merri-Mac Park. We are raising funds to further improve the park by adding play equipment, recreational paths, sports fields, etc. Format: The full and half marathon race events will start promptly at 7 am and the 5K at 7:15 am. The course will remain open for 5 hours after the last competitor starts. Course: The start and finish will be located at Merri-Mac Park. All course maps can be viewed here. The flat, tree-lined scenic rails will take you toward Darby Creek Metro Park. The full marathon repeats the course twice. Did we mention this race is flat? It is crazy flat! Aid stations and port-o-johns are spaced at every 2-2.5 miles along the course. Aid stations are stocked with water, Gatorade, and GU gels. Both the marathon and half-marathon courses are USATF certified! This course is perfect for that PR or BQ attempt! YES!  London OH Marathon: OH25006JHP London OH Half Marathon

The Redbud Ride is an annual bicycle ride that starts in beautiful downtown London, KY and stretches throughout the surrounding areas. This ride is a must do for cycling enthusiasts, professionals, century riders and amateurs alike. The Redbud Ride has been chosen as the "Best Century Ride in America" by Active.com.  The routes for the Redbud Ride passes some of the most beautiful scenery in Kentucky, filled with blooming redbud trees! There are 4 beautiful routes to choose from. * The Yellow Route (24 miles) is our shortest and flattest route, which makes it the perfect route for the beginning rider or for a family. * The Orange Route (34 miles) is a modest route which makes it challenging for first-timers or a more casual pace for experienced riders. * The Green Route (72 miles) comes in as our intermediate route. For the first time the Redbud Ride will have a fabulous metric century. This route will have lots of short hills mixed with flats. This metric century is very sceni

⚡ Forty5 — Where Grit Meets Wild Kentucky Forty5 isn’t just a race — it’s a full‑throttle tour of the rugged, rolling, relentlessly beautiful backcountry of Laurel County. Starting at Sheltowee Camp, you’ll launch straight into a 45‑mile adventure packed with fast pavement, flowing singletrack, and long stretches of remote gravel that test your legs, lungs, and grit. The opening climb warms you up quick before dropping you onto miles of shoreline singletrack carved into the edge of Laurel Lake. From there, the course opens up — a hammer‑friendly road section across the dam, a sweeping gravel loop through Whitley County, and a return trip that demands every ounce of determination you’ve got left. With 3,500 feet of climbing, two fully stocked aid stations, and a course that mixes speed with technical challenge, Forty5 is built for riders who crave variety and thrive on adventure. Whether you’re chasing a podium or conquering the distance for the first time, this race delivers the perfec

This is a 5k walk/run event to honor those lost to the May 16 2025 tornado.  This will take place at Town Center Park in London.

Join us for the 4th Annual Dash For A Cure 5K at the London Farmer’s Market to support Breast Cancer Awareness and the Karlyle Keith Young Cancer Fund   Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 3:00pm We encourage all participants to wear pink to support the cause.  Special thanks to WalMart Transportation for their presenting sponsorship. RACE FEATURES Flat/fast course through downtown London & the Veteran's Memorial Park.Commemorative race T-shirtsChip timing & race management support provided by RaceRiseFree Race Photos (Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton)Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 5 year age groupsPost race food, fun and fellowshipSocial teams to expand your race experience (Prize for the largest team)Race supports a great local cause --- The Karlyle Keith Young Cancer FundPrize for the Best Dressed --- PINK OUT! 5K ROUTE MAP - SEE BELOW AWARDS  Top 3 Male/Female Overall and Age Group Awards: Top 3 M/F in the following: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44,