When are most 5K races held in Bowling Green?
October is the busiest month for 5K races in Bowling Green, with 7 of the 38, followed by September with 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Kentucky · 5K
5K Races in Bowling Green, Kentucky
Every upcoming 5K around Bowling Green, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
38 upcoming 5K races found · 21 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Bowling Green races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Sep 12, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026REALTORS® Hope for Hunger Bubble Run Bowling Green, KYFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Med Center Health 10K Classic Bowling Green, KYFrom $45Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Sawyer's Race for Research 5K Bowling Green, KYFrom $20Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Thu, Oct 1, 2026Trick or Trot & Monster Dash Bowling Green, KYFrom $20Register Sat, Oct 10, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (41) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Haunted Horsepower 5K Run/Walk Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Register Sat, Oct 10, 2026Steps for Safety 5k & Kid Fun Run Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Register Sat, Oct 24, 2026Faith & Fitness 5K Run/Walk Bowling Green, KYFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Register Sat, Nov 14, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (46) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 20262026 Jingle Bell Run Bowling Green, KYFrom $45Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026The 40th Annual Great Turkey 5K Run & Gobbler Walk Bowling Green, KYFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (48) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (50) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 26, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (52) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027New Year 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (02) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 23, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Bowling Green, KY (04) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 30, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Register Sat, Feb 13, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 27, 2027Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (09) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (11) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 27, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 10, 2027Bunny 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (13) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Register Sat, Apr 17, 2027Danny Carothers "Conquer the Hill" 5K Race/Walk Bowling Green, KYFrom $35Details Sat, Apr 24, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (17) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, May 8, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, May 22, 2027Squirrel 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (21) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, May 29, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Jun 12, 2027Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (24) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Jun 26, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Jul 10, 2027Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (28) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Jul 24, 2027Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (30) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Jul 31, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 14, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 28, 2027Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (35) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Sep 10, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Bowling Green
How much do Bowling Green 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from $20 to about $45, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in Bowling Green?
5 of the 38 5K races in Bowling Green already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Bowling Green 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 21 5K races in Bowling Green with published results, the typical median finish is around 40:02, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a 5K in Bowling Green?
Browse Bowling Green run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.