2026 Run With Courage 5K
- Date Sat 25th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Pikeville, Kentucky
- Price $28.95 - $34.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2026 Run With Courage 5K, taking place on Saturday, April 25th, 2026, in the vibrant community of Pikeville, Kentucky! This annual event features a thrilling 5K run and a 1-mile walk, all dedicated to supporting Judi's Place for Kids, an organization that champions the fight against child abuse. Participants are encouraged to don their superhero costumes, as everyone who supports children in need is a superhero in their own right!
Join in the fun and festivities, including the popular One With Courage Awards, which honor individuals and groups that have shown exceptional courage in supporting children over the past year. With a registration fee of just $30, you'll not only enjoy a fantastic day filled with community spirit but also help fund essential services like forensic interviews, victim advocacy, and mental health therapy for children affected by abuse. On-site registration begins at 7:00 AM on race day, so don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference while having a blast! Come run, walk, and celebrate courage in Pikeville!
Join in the fun and festivities, including the popular One With Courage Awards, which honor individuals and groups that have shown exceptional courage in supporting children over the past year. With a registration fee of just $30, you'll not only enjoy a fantastic day filled with community spirit but also help fund essential services like forensic interviews, victim advocacy, and mental health therapy for children affected by abuse. On-site registration begins at 7:00 AM on race day, so don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference while having a blast! Come run, walk, and celebrate courage in Pikeville!
Organiser's Description
THE ANNUAL 5K RUN/1 MILE WALK FOR JUDI'S PLACE FOR KIDS IS BACK!!!
PRIZES/ OPPORTUNITIES:
* ONE WITH COURAGE AWARDS: Be sure to nominate individuals or groups in the community that have shown courage supporting children over the past year! There are three One With Courage Awards for those that bring "Hope", "Help" and "Healing" to children. You can email kim.lee@ky.gov to make nominations!
* COSTUME CONTESTS: The Run with Courage is still superhero themed! Everyone who helps a child is a superhero, and the children who are survivors of abuse are also heroes! Watch social media for details on how to submit your entries for individual, team, and pet categories.
REGISTRATION FEE: $30. This price helps us cover the cost of the t-shirts for participants as well as race timers, bibs, pins and everything else needed to make sure we have a successful race!
ON-SITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE AT 7:00AM THE DAY OF THE EVENT. LIMITED T-SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THOSE SIGNING UP AFTER MARCH 21ST INCLUDING THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
To celebrate children in our community and build commitment to the fight against child abuse, we encourage everyone to participate and to wear superhero costumes to show your support for children facing abuse. All proceeds from the race will benefit Judis Place for Kids to continue providing services that promote safety and justice, hope, and healing for children who have been victims of abuse. Judi's Place for Kids offers forensic interviews, victim advocacy, medical care, mental health therapy, and public education. Learn more about our services at www.JudisPlace.org [http://www.JudisPlace.org].
PRIZES/ OPPORTUNITIES:
* ONE WITH COURAGE AWARDS: Be sure to nominate individuals or groups in the community that have shown courage supporting children over the past year! There are three One With Courage Awards for those that bring "Hope", "Help" and "Healing" to children. You can email kim.lee@ky.gov to make nominations!
* COSTUME CONTESTS: The Run with Courage is still superhero themed! Everyone who helps a child is a superhero, and the children who are survivors of abuse are also heroes! Watch social media for details on how to submit your entries for individual, team, and pet categories.
REGISTRATION FEE: $30. This price helps us cover the cost of the t-shirts for participants as well as race timers, bibs, pins and everything else needed to make sure we have a successful race!
ON-SITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE AT 7:00AM THE DAY OF THE EVENT. LIMITED T-SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THOSE SIGNING UP AFTER MARCH 21ST INCLUDING THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
To celebrate children in our community and build commitment to the fight against child abuse, we encourage everyone to participate and to wear superhero costumes to show your support for children facing abuse. All proceeds from the race will benefit Judis Place for Kids to continue providing services that promote safety and justice, hope, and healing for children who have been victims of abuse. Judi's Place for Kids offers forensic interviews, victim advocacy, medical care, mental health therapy, and public education. Learn more about our services at www.JudisPlace.org [http://www.JudisPlace.org].
Races
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5k
Incl. $4.50 Fee
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$34.50
OPENS 20 MARWe encourage anyone to participate in this 3.1 mile run/walk around beautiful downtown Pikeville! LIMITED T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE REGISTERING AFTER MARCH 21st -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $4.50 Fee
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$34.50
OPENS 20 MARWe offer a shorter walking alternative in the form of a one mile walk. This option will follow the same path as the 5K, but simply end earlier on in the route. LIMITED T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE REGISTERING AFTER MARCH 21st -
Shirt Only
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.95
OPENS 20 MARFor those who would not like to or are unable to participate, we would love for you to still be a part of the day by purchasing an event t-shirt! These proceeds go towards making this event possible for the community!
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