2025 WCYCC Emancipation Celebration 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 9th August 2025
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Paducah, Kentucky
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2025 WCYCC Emancipation Celebration 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, August 9th, 2025! This exciting event takes place in Paducah, McCracken, and marks the 162nd anniversary of the momentous day when news of the Emancipation Proclamation reached enslaved individuals in Kentucky and Tennessee.
Participants will enjoy a scenic route beginning and ending at the beautiful Robert Coleman Park, located at 1100 Walter Jetton Blvd. This 5K race is part of a week-long celebration focused on themes of reflection, freedom, family, education, health and wellness, justice, and equality. Join us for an invigorating day filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit as we honor our history while promoting a brighter, united future. Don’t miss out on this uplifting occasion!
Participants will enjoy a scenic route beginning and ending at the beautiful Robert Coleman Park, located at 1100 Walter Jetton Blvd. This 5K race is part of a week-long celebration focused on themes of reflection, freedom, family, education, health and wellness, justice, and equality. Join us for an invigorating day filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit as we honor our history while promoting a brighter, united future. Don’t miss out on this uplifting occasion!
Organiser's Description
The 2025 W. C. Young Community Center Emancipation Celebration 5K Run/Walk Race is in commemoration of the 162nd anniversary of when the news of the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation reached the enslaved people in Kentucky and Tennessee, on August 8, 1863. This celebratory race is part of a week of events centered on reflection, freedom, family, fellowship, education, health & wellness, justice, equality, and fortitude. The scenic route begins and ends at the Robert Coleman Park, at 1100 Walter Jetton Blvd, in the heart of the Southside of Paducah, KY. Join us for an invigorating day of fitness and fun!
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Sat 9th August 2025 (7:00AM CDT)
Free
OPENS 05 JULWhile the event registration is free, donations greatly appreciated and commemorative T-shirts are available for purchase. -
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Free
OPENS 05 JULWhile the event registration is free, donations greatly appreciated and commemorative T-shirts are available for purchase.
2025 WCYCC Emancipation Celebration 5K Run/Walk
