3rd Annual Kentucky Army National Guard 5k & 1-Mile Kids’ Run
- Date Sun 14th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Frankfort, Kentucky
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of fun and fitness at the 3rd Annual Kentucky Army National Guard 5k & 1-Mile Kids’ Run on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in the picturesque city of Frankfort, Franklin! This exciting event promises a unique blend of road and trail running, featuring a scenic 5k course that is half road and half gravel trail, perfect for runners of all ages and skill levels. Little ones can join in the fun with a 1-Mile Kids’ Fun Run starting at 9:00 AM, giving kids the chance to experience the joy of racing on a completely road loop.
Participants can look forward to an exhilarating atmosphere, complete with military vehicles lining the route and adding a special touch to the scenery. The event kicks off at 8:00 AM with registration, followed by opening remarks and the national anthem at 8:50 AM. As the day progresses, awards will be presented to top finishers and all participants who register before August 11, 2025, will receive a stylish Dry-Fit T-Shirt, a finisher coin, and coveted winner plaques for overall and age group achievements. Mark your calendars and join the excitement as the Kentucky Army National
Participants can look forward to an exhilarating atmosphere, complete with military vehicles lining the route and adding a special touch to the scenery. The event kicks off at 8:00 AM with registration, followed by opening remarks and the national anthem at 8:50 AM. As the day progresses, awards will be presented to top finishers and all participants who register before August 11, 2025, will receive a stylish Dry-Fit T-Shirt, a finisher coin, and coveted winner plaques for overall and age group achievements. Mark your calendars and join the excitement as the Kentucky Army National
Organiser's Description
_RACE HAS BEEN CANCELLED - PLEASE JOIN US IN 2026_
PRESENTED BY THE 149TH MANEUVER ENHANCEMENT BRIGADE AND THE KENTUCKY ARMY NATIONAL GUARD RECRUITING AND RETENTION BATTALION.
Cost: Free
Details: Timing Bib/Chip will be utilized. Run is half road, half trail (gravel) for the 5k. A Kid's Fun Run will take place at 0900 that is a 1-Mile all Road Loop. Military vehicles will be placed along the route to identify turns and offer scenery not at most races!
Awards: Dry-Fit T-Shirt (for those that register before 11 August 2025), Finisher Coin, and Winner Plaques for Overall & Age Groups (increments of 10).
RACE TIMELINE:
0800: Registration Begin
0850: Opening Remarks / National Anthem
0900: Start Kids 1 mile race
0920: Kids 1 mile race concludes
0925: Kids 1 mile race awards ceremony (top boy and girl finisher)
0930: Registration End
0930: Start 5K
1030: 5K awards ceremony
PRESENTED BY THE 149TH MANEUVER ENHANCEMENT BRIGADE AND THE KENTUCKY ARMY NATIONAL GUARD RECRUITING AND RETENTION BATTALION.
Cost: Free
Details: Timing Bib/Chip will be utilized. Run is half road, half trail (gravel) for the 5k. A Kid's Fun Run will take place at 0900 that is a 1-Mile all Road Loop. Military vehicles will be placed along the route to identify turns and offer scenery not at most races!
Awards: Dry-Fit T-Shirt (for those that register before 11 August 2025), Finisher Coin, and Winner Plaques for Overall & Age Groups (increments of 10).
RACE TIMELINE:
0800: Registration Begin
0850: Opening Remarks / National Anthem
0900: Start Kids 1 mile race
0920: Kids 1 mile race concludes
0925: Kids 1 mile race awards ceremony (top boy and girl finisher)
0930: Registration End
0930: Start 5K
1030: 5K awards ceremony
Races
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Kids Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt / Finisher Coin
Sun 14th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDAges 8 and below. -
5K Run
Incl. T-Shirt / Finisher Coin
Sun 14th September 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDRun is half road, half trail (gravel)
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