Better Together 5K

  • Date Sat 22nd November 2025
  • Time 8:45AM EST
  • Location Berea, Kentucky
  • Price Free - $33.25
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join the community for the Better Together 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Berea City Park in Madison, Kentucky! Starting at 9:00 AM, this uplifting event is not only a celebration of fitness but also a heartfelt initiative to support the Berea Food Bank. Now in its 33rd year, the Better Together 5K, formerly known as the Hunger Hurts Food or Fund Drive, emphasizes the strength of community and the importance of coming together to aid those in need.

Participants can enjoy a relatively flat and fast course through the scenic Berea City Park and the Berea City Trail. The event includes a 5K run/walk, a fun Kid's Dash with free registration for children under 18, and a virtual option for those who prefer to participate from home. With awards for the top finishers in various age groups, winter beanie and fleece headband giveaways, and free snacks and hot chocolate at the finish line, there's something for everyone! Bring your family, friends, and even your furry companions (on leashes) for a day filled with music, food, and community spirit. Together, we are truly better!

Organiser's Description

THE BETTER TOGETHER 5K RUN/WALK IS PART OF A COMMUNITY EVENT DESIGNED TO SUPPORT THE BEREA FOOD BANK AND TO REMIND ALL OF US THAT WE ARE INDEED BETTER TOGETHER.

Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 9:00AM at Berea City Park, Pirate Parkway, Berea, KY 40403

This 4th Annual event formerly known as the Hunger Hurts Food or Fund Drive is celebrating its 33th anniversary. That's 33 YEARS OF BEREANS TAKING CARE OF EACH OTHER and 33 YEARS OF COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE AND FAMILIES IN NEED OF A LITTLE HELP.

Times continue to be challenging for many.

Thank goodness we can point to the power of community support; thank goodness we are BETTER TOGETHER.

RACE FEATURES:

* Relatively flat/fast course through Berea City Park and the Berea City Trail
* Winter beanie/race caps AND a fleece headband option
* Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall Finishers as well as Top 3 M/F in the following age groups (0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39. 40-49, 50-59, 60+)
* Something for everyone - 5K run/walk, Kid's Dash & virtual option (Wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, dogs on leashes are welcomed)
* Kid's Dash registration will be free for children under age 18
* Free snacks and hot chocolate at the finish
* Community & College celebration - We welcome Berea Alumni back for Homecoming!
* Free race photos (Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton!)
* Music, food, fun & fellowship

This event and your generosity will help keep food on the shelves of the BEREA FOOD BANK well into the new year.

PACKET PICKUP --- We plan to hold our packet pickup on race morning at Berea City Park near the football field/bleachers from 7:45-8:45am. Be on the lookout for a Friday pickup option on Berea College's campus!

5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2805817]

Races

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Better Together Beanie

    Sat 22nd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)

    $27.25

    Chip timed 5K (3.1 miles) on paved trail/roadway surfaces. Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Age Group finishers.
  • Kid's Dash

    Incl. Commemorative Better Together Beanie

    Sat 22nd November 2025 (8:45AM EST)

    Free

    A fun 1/4 mile Kid's Dash those 10 and under. There are no awards for this event. Participating children will receive a participation medal. Parents of little ones are welcomed to run/walk with your child.
  • Virtual Runner/Walker

    Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Race Beanie

    $33.25

    We have a virtual runner/walker option for those who cannot join us in person. By making a donation to the Berea Food Bank we will provide you with a commemorative race beanie and you can do your own "Better Together 5K" on your schedule in your hometown.

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Location

Berea City Park, 5 Pirate Parkway, Berea, 40403, KY, United States

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