Baptist Health Big Bad Wolf 5k & 1 Mile Lil' Piggy Run

Saturday, September 27, 2025 Past event
8:00 AM CDT
Paducah, Kentucky
$17.45–$43.95 · 3 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the Baptist Health Big Bad Wolf 5K & 1 Mile Lil' Piggy Run on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in Paducah, McCracken! Since its inception in 1995, this exciting event has become a beloved tradition during Paducah's Barbecue on the River weekend. Runners and walkers alike can take on the flat and fast 5K course, aiming for personal bests while competing for legendary pig trophies. Families can also join in the fun with the 1 mile youth run, ensuring that everyone gets to experience the joy of this community celebration.

This year, don’t miss the chance to participate in the popular corporate team challenge, where teams compete for the coveted traveling trophy and bragging rights! Remember, shirts are guaranteed for those who register by September 15, and extra shirts will be available for late registrants. The race kicks off at the Paducah Bank main branch, located at 555 Jefferson Street, making it a perfect location to start your day of excitement. Lace up your running shoes and get ready to make unforgettable memories at this professionally timed event!

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Races

  • 5k Run/Fitness Walk

    Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM CDT

    $43.95

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  • 5k Run/Fitness Walk (No Shirt Option)

    Incl. $3.65 Fee

    8:00 AM CDT

    $38.65

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  • 1 Mile Youth Run

    Incl. $2.45 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:15 AM CDT

    $17.45

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Organiser's description

Since 1995, this 5K Run and Fitness Walk has been a part of Paducahs Barbecue on the River weekend. This race is regionally renowned for its legendary pig trophies, great t-shirts, and a flat course that you can run or walk your personal best time. This years race, sponsored by Baptist Health, brings back the popular corporate team challenge, where the team with the highest average pace gets the coveted traveling trophy, and bragging rights for the year. Dont forget to bring the kids for the 1 mile youth run! This is a professionally timed event.

* SHIRTS WILL BE GUARANTEED FOR THOSE REGISTERED BY 9/15. JUST ADDED: WE ORDERED EXTRA SHIRTS

The race course for the 5K and the 1 mile youth run begins in downtown Paducah at the Paducah Bank main branch, located at 555 Jefferson Street.

Location

555 Jefferson Street, Paducah, 42001, KY, United States

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