What race distances can I run in Bowling Green?
Bowling Green has 5K (19), 10K (13), Half Marathon (13). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Bowling Green, Kentucky
Upcoming running races in and near Bowling Green, Kentucky - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
23 upcoming races · 13 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, Aug 8, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (32) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (34) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Register Mon, Sep 7, 2026Run For Sight 5K Bowling Green, KYFrom $10Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Med Center Health 10K Classic Bowling Green, KYFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026MuuvWell Hot Rod 24 Hour Ultra Bowling Green, KYFrom $90Details 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 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 31, 2026bg26.2 & half marathon and bg6000 Bowling Green, KYFrom $40Details 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 Thu, Nov 26, 2026The 40th Annual Great Turkey 5K Run & Gobbler Walk Bowling Green, KYFrom $25Register Sat, Nov 28, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (48) Bowling Green, KYFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Miracle on College Street Mile Run/Walk Bowling Green, KYFrom $25Details 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 2, 2027FROZEN 4 Mile Run & 2 Mile Walk Bowling Green, KYFrom $40Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027Danny Carothers "Conquer the Hill" 5K Race/Walk Bowling Green, KYFrom $35Details
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 Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Bowling Green
When is race season in Bowling Green?
September is the busiest month for races in Bowling Green, with 6 of the 23, followed by October with 6. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Bowling Green?
6 of the 23 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 races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 13 races in Bowling Green with published results, the typical median finish is around 41:00, 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 race in Bowling Green?
Browse Bowling Green run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.