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2026-2027 Running Races in Kentucky

Every upcoming running race in Kentucky, all 217 of them. 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and marathons with dates, pricing, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.

217 upcoming races · 128 with finish-time stats

5K Races 18110K Races 71Half Marathons 67Marathons 8Ultramarathons 5
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By the numbers

The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Kentucky races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field1,766 finishersThroo the Booin the 3KLongest-running31st year31st Annual Thanksgiving WALK of Awareness (2026)annual tradition

Races by City in Kentucky

Bowling Green 32Danville 3Frankfort 3Henderson 3Lexington 19Louisville 33Madisonville 4Morehead 3Nancy 3Nicholasville 5Owensboro 6Richmond 20Versailles 8

Holiday Races in Kentucky

Turkey Trots in Kentucky 2026 36Christmas 5Ks and Races in Kentucky 2026 23

Kentucky Races by Month

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Soonest Races in Kentucky

217 total
Thu, Oct 1, 2026Trick or Trot & Monster Dash Bowling Green, KY5KFrom $20Details Sun, Oct 4, 2026On the Clock Mile Series Lexington, KY1 MileFreeDetails Sun, Oct 25, 2026Little Batty Trail Runs Nancy, KYHalf Marathon10K5KFrom $35Details Sun, Oct 25, 2026Legends Spooky Trail Race Owensboro, KY3.72 MilesFrom $35Details Fri, Oct 30, 2026Graveyard Gallop 5K Lexington, KY5K200 YardsFrom $30Details Fri, Oct 30, 2026Nightmare on Main 5k Morehead, KY5KFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026bg26.2 & half marathon and bg6000 Bowling Green, KYMarathonHalf Marathon3.73 Miles1KFrom $50Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Bluegrass Pug Run 5K Louisville, KY5KRegistration closedFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (44) Danville, KY5K10KHalf MarathonRegistration closedFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026GRADSA 5K Owensboro, KY5KFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Madison Central DanceBlue For The Kids 5K Richmond, KY5KFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KY5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register

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 Oct 25, 2026.

Common Questions About Racing in Kentucky

Which Kentucky cities have the most races?

Louisville (33), Bowling Green (32), Richmond (20), Lexington (19) have the most upcoming races in Kentucky. If you are willing to travel an hour or two, those give you the widest choice of dates and distances.

What race distances can I run in Kentucky?

Kentucky has 5K (181), 10K (71), Half Marathon (67), Marathon (8), Ultra (5). Pick a distance to narrow the list to races you would actually enter.

When is race season in Kentucky?

November is the busiest month for races in Kentucky, with 71 of the 217, followed by December with 27. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

Are Kentucky races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 128 races in Kentucky with published results, the typical median finish is around 39:08, 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.

Are there trail races in Kentucky?

Yes, 15 races around Kentucky get you off the pavement: 13 are trail races, and 2 mix road and trail.