Races

PLACEKentucky Wesleyan College3000 Frederica Street - Owensboro, KY 42303 DESCRIPTIONThe Chad Lake Foundation presents the 3rd annual Run for Reform 5k/10k on March 21, 2026. All proceeds will benefit the charity and their efforts on bringing awareness and resources to individuals affected by incarceration. Both Races start at finish at Kentucky Wesleyan College with the 10K beginning at 8:00 AM and the 5K beginning at 8:05 AM. You will run/walk through campus and then around the surrounding neighborhoods for a flat and fast course that is a perfect opportunity to test your winter fitness! The 5k is one loop and the 10k is a two loop course. REGISTRATION INFORMATION Early registration 12/1/24 - 1/28/25  is $25 for the 5k and $35 for the 10k (must register by 3/1 to be guaranteed a t shirt) Registration from 3/1 to 3/21 is $30 for the 5k and $40 for the 10k Day of Registration - 5k $35 10k $45 Race Courses  5k - https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/5783812072 10k - https://www.mapmyrid

New in 2026: The race will begin at 7:00 AM (Central Time), and the Half Marathon course time limit has been changed to 3 hours, 45 minutes. The seventh annual Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K, presented by Owensboro Health, features a flat, fast course through Owensboro’s riverfront and historic downtown. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, tackling your first 13.1, or enjoying a 5K with friends or family, you’ll experience a professionally supported race while making a difference in your community! Why We Race The Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K is a community event that brings participants of all abilities together to promote inclusion. Hosted by Wendell Foster, the race raises funds and awareness to empower people with disabilities to live full and meaningful lives. What to Expect Flat, fast, scenic courseFull and partial road closures for safetyAid stations along the routeProfessionally chip-timed racesFinisher medals for all who complete the coursePrize money f

This race is proudly hosted by the Kentucky Wesleyan College Class of 2026, with proceeds supporting two meaningful causes: 50% of all funds raised will go directly to Children's Cancer Research, helping ensure that families never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing, or food while their child battles cancer or other life-threatening illnesses.The remaining 50% will support the Class of 2026 Senior Gift, leaving a lasting legacy on campus that benefits future students and honors our time at Wesleyan. This event is open to runners of all levels and community members are encouraged to participate. Together, we can celebrate community, service, and the power of giving back. Thank you for running with purpose.

Online Registration:  $25 - 5k Individual Register before April 22 to receive a FREE Race Shirt           $30 - Individual if registering after April 22                       No t-shirt guaranteed if you register after April 22   $75 - 5k Family of up to 4   Register before April 22 to receive FREE Race Shirts for up to 4 family members           $100 - Family of up to 4 if registering after April 22                       No t-shirts guaranteed if you register after April 22   $15 - 1 Mile Fun Run Register before April 22 to receive a FREE Race Shirt         $20 if registering after April 22                       No t-shirt guaranteed if you register after April 22 Pre-Packet Pickup:  May 1 -  8:30am-2:30pm @ Sutton Elementary School front office On-Site Registration and Packet Pickup: May 2 -  8:00am - 8:20am behind Sutton Elementary School (Sunset Drive entrance) On-Site Registration Fees for 5k are $30 per Individual / $100 Family of 4 On-Site Registration Fees for 1 Mile Fun R

Owensboro Family YMCA is proud to host the BBQ 5K on May 9th Downtown Owensboro.   This race is in conjunction with the 2026 BBQ & Barrels event and the community is invited to run or walk with us; competitive racers will stage in the front of the start line at8:00 am and non-competitive racers will be at the back of the start line.   Registration Pricing: $35 for Adults - $20 for Children 1-18 (registration will discount at the cart) Day of Race Registration: $40 (cannot guarantee shirt) Bag pick up will be Thursday, May 7 and Friday, May 8 (5am to 9pm) at the Owensboro Family YMCA, 900 KY Parkway, Owensboro  Raceday Bag Pickup from 7-7:45am at race location T-shirts (on registrations received by April 26th)AwardsTop male and top female will get $100 worth of prizes. Medals will be given to the top 3 racers in each age group.  Age Groups: ( 1-10, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-99 ) Be sure to visit the BBQ & Barrels festival which begins at Noon on Friday

Our class officers have worked diligently to plan a 5K Run/Walk fundraiser to help fund our class expenses.                                            3rd Annual Spring into Summer 5K Run/Walk fundraiser. This fundraiser has been passed down from the Class of 2026 to the Class of 2027.  It will be an annual fundraiser for the Sophomore class to raise funds for Prom, Snowball, Baccalaureate, Class Picnics, and other items that arise during their time here at Catholic High. This race will take place on Saturday, May 23, beginning and ending at Owensboro Catholic High School. This race is open to all.  We look forward to a great race and the group that it brings together.  Race Info Race Starts at 8am Registration Pricing: $30 for adults and $25 for 18 and under. Pricing rates will increase on April 26th, to $35 for adults and $30 for 18 and under, so make sure to register soon! T-shirts:Sign up before April 26th,  to get a guaranteed t-shirt. Awards: (at 9am) Female and Male overall winn

This unique and powerful event welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to come together in remembrance and unity. Whether you choose to run for a personal goal, ruck in tribute carrying weight in honor of a fallen hero, or walk alongside family and friends, every step taken helps carry forward the legacy of our fallen heroes. Proceeds from the event benefit SHE's the V.E.T., a nonprofit organization committed to empowering and supporting female veterans through advocacy, resources, and community connection. By participating, you not only honor those we have lost, but also stand in support of women who have served and continue to serve. Lace up. Shoulder the weight. Walk with intention. Run to Remember — because freedom is never free.

Come join the fun!  This is the 4th Run for Foxy Roxie 5k.  It's a memorial race for Roxanne Pickrell ("Foxy Roxie"), the late daughter of Jason and Cathy Pickrell.  Roxie passed in 2019, at age 13, after a brief battle with brain cancer.  This race is a way to honor her memory and give back to our community through her non-profit, the Roxanne Pickrell Memorial Fund.  Our mission is to #supportacause.  We fundraise to donate to our LOCAL non-profits!  It's a fun event with cool t-shirts and awards!  This year we will be in a new location.  It will start and finish in Downtown Owensboro at Smother's Park Overlook Stage.  A part of the race will take you down Frederica Street.  We have also added a 1 mile race and a Kid's Dash!  Proceeds from this year's 5k will support the Owensboro Fire Department, Hose Handlers in the upcoming Puzzle Pieces Lip Sync Battle.

My Story:      Madison and James Wells, tragically lost their infant daughter, Ruth, in June 2024 at just seven months old due to congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV), a common but often overlooked virus that can have devastating effects on newborns. Despite a lengthy and courageous battle, her sweet girl passed away, leaving behind a legacy of strength, love, and resilience.    In her daughter’s memory, Madison ran the 2025 New York City Marathon as a charity runner for the National CMV Foundation. As part of this incredible journey, we are again organizing a Memorial 5K Run/Walk on June 20, 2026, in Owensboro, Kentucky in partnership with Strides 4 CMV during CMV awareness month, to raise awareness and critical funds to support CMV research, education, and prevention efforts.   Madison completed her marathon last year in 5:29:26 with a average pace of 12:34. Start Time: 8 AM (Central Time)Location: Adkisson Greenbelt Park West Trail Parking at Joe Ford Nature Park – 3870 West 2nd Street

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The Forge Challenge   10 obstacles will test you, challenge you, and forge you into a champion! Get ready to run, row, ski, lunge, flip, and carry your way through the course. It doesn’t matter if you’re an athlete, weekend warrior, or just want to challenge yourself. We’re building this event for you! The Ten Obstacles (each with a 500 meter run after) Start with a 500 meter run 500 meters on ski ergsled push 100 feetsled pull 100 feetburpee broad jump 100 feetrow machine 500 metersfarmers carry 300 feettire flip 50 feet, 15 sledge hammer hits, tire flip 50 feetwalking lunges 200 feetwall ball toss 50 repsecho bike 45 caloriesRun back out and do an over head carry weight of 100 Meters to the finish The Costs Entry fee costs - singles 7:00am - 10:30am ( 5 per wave, waves every 10 minutes)Early Bird - $85 ( April 1 - April 30)Regular - $95 ( May 1 - July 11th)Late - $105 (July 12th - July 17) Entry fee costs - double(partner competition from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM) ( 5 teams per wave, waves

This 5k Run/Walk will honor the work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and support the Owensboro Human Relations Commission in its efforts to strengthen and unify the Owensboro community by advancing equality, inclusion, and belonging for its diverse peoples through advocacy, education, empowerment, and accountability.

Come and join us for the It’s Okay if you’re NOT Okay 5K run/walk presented by TUCKER’S TREEHOUSE. This chip timed event has a fast and flat course that will start and finish at Tucker’s Treehouse. Packet pick up will be available at Tucker's Treehouse Friday, September 18th from 10am-6pm and on race day September 19th from 7am-8am.  Individuals who sign up by 8/15/26 will be guaranteed a Swag Bag and T-Shirt. If not registered by 8/15/26 t-shirts will have limited sizes and be first come, first served.  Awards will be presented to the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groupsOverall male and female (Overall winners will be excluded from age group awards)9 years old and under10-14 15-1920-2930-3940-4950-5960-6970 & over Proceeds will benefit Tucker’s Treehouse. Our program is a free service to the community designed to meet the grieving needs of all children and teens within the tri-state. Our goal is to not only serve those suffering with grief from the death

The 2025 Superhero 5K, Kids Fun Run & Walk, hosted by Owensboro Health Foundation and Owensboro Health Healthpark, is a community event designed to honor Superhero Cancer Survivors and raise funds for the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center. Proceeds will provide assistance, support, and resources for patients.   How to Participate and Support the Cause 1.     Register for an Event: You can participate in one or more of the following events: 5K Race:   $30 early bird entry fee by Aug. 31   $40 after Sept. 1   Registration is completed on THIS site. Kids Fun Run:   $10 per child   The first 200 kids registered receive a medal and t-shirt.  Registration can be completed at www.OwensboroHealth.org/Superheroes. Superhero Walk:  Cancer Survivors can participate in the walk for FREE!  A team event honoring our superhero survivors! Entry fees are $30 per person. There is no limit to the number of members per team. Teams may participate in honor or in memory of loved ones, co-workers, or frien

RYR Endurance Team is excited to once again host the RYR Endurance Race Weekend in Owensboro, KY.  The weekend will offer a marathon on both Saturday and Sunday.  Both marathons will be on the same USATF-certified course and are Boston Qualifiers.  The Saturday race is designed for those who want to complete the marathon but aren't concerned with BQ qualifying times.  This race will be open to more athletes and other races will run concurrently.  The Sunday marathon is designed for those athletes desiring a personal best or trying to BQ.  NO other races will be run during the competitive Sunday marathon.  Registration for this race will be limited.  For all races, there will be tables set up for athletes to stage their individual nutrition needs.  RYR Endurance Team will also host a 5K, half marathon, and 50K on Saturday and a 10K on Sunday. The courses for all races are on a scenic, asphalt greenway, offering shade and a couple of small lake views.  Each race is a multi-loop cours