Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Dry Ridge, Kentucky
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day with a bang at the Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K and Little Rex's Kids Fun Run! Taking place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Dry Ridge, Grant County, Kentucky, this exciting event promises fun for the whole family. The Little Rex's Kids Fun Run, covering a distance of 0.76 miles, kicks off at 8:30 AM, followed by the main event, the Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K, starting at 9:00 AM. Both races will commence at the City Building and finish in the vibrant Piddle Park, where you can immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere.
After the races, stick around for the lively Post-Race Party at Piddle Park, featuring delicious food and drinks from various vendors, and enjoy a fantastic concert headlined by Nashville recording artist Taylor Henry. Don’t miss out on this memorable celebration of 250 years of independence! Be sure to register before midnight on May 31, 2026, to secure your event shirt and enter a chance to win a $100 shoe certificate from Tri-State Running Company. Join us as we blast off into an unforgettable day of community, camaraderie, and celebration!
After the races, stick around for the lively Post-Race Party at Piddle Park, featuring delicious food and drinks from various vendors, and enjoy a fantastic concert headlined by Nashville recording artist Taylor Henry. Don’t miss out on this memorable celebration of 250 years of independence! Be sure to register before midnight on May 31, 2026, to secure your event shirt and enter a chance to win a $100 shoe certificate from Tri-State Running Company. Join us as we blast off into an unforgettable day of community, camaraderie, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
_Ridge Runners Racing_, in partnership with Big Rex Fireworks, proudly presents BIG REX'S BOTTLE ROCKET 5K AND LITTLE REXS KIDS FUN RUN (.76 MILE). This event will take place on Saturday July 4, 2026 in cooperation with the city of Dry Ridge, Kentucky.
Little Rexs Kids Fun Run (.76 mile) will start at 8:30 AM followed by Big Rexs Bottle Rocket 5K at 9:00 AM. Both races will start at the City Building and finish inside Piddle Park (check out the Course Maps section for more details).
Hang out afterward at the Post-Race Party at Piddle Park where you can enjoy food and drink from a variety of vendors while enjoying a concert headlined by Nashville recording artist TAYLOR HENRY as we celebrate 250 years of independence in our beloved nation. You can learn more about Grant County native Taylor Henry by checking out his website. https://www.itsmetaylorhenry.com/
REGISTER BEFORE MIDNIGHT MAY 31, 2026 TO GUARANTEE AN EVENT SHIRT IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR REGISTRATION AND BE ENTERED INTO A DRAWING FOR A $100 SHOE CERTIFICATE FROM TRI-STATE RUNNING COMPANY.*
*The drawing will take place at the conclusion of the 5K Awards (must be present to win).
COME BLAST OFF WITH US ON SATURDAY, JULY 4TH!
Little Rexs Kids Fun Run (.76 mile) will start at 8:30 AM followed by Big Rexs Bottle Rocket 5K at 9:00 AM. Both races will start at the City Building and finish inside Piddle Park (check out the Course Maps section for more details).
Hang out afterward at the Post-Race Party at Piddle Park where you can enjoy food and drink from a variety of vendors while enjoying a concert headlined by Nashville recording artist TAYLOR HENRY as we celebrate 250 years of independence in our beloved nation. You can learn more about Grant County native Taylor Henry by checking out his website. https://www.itsmetaylorhenry.com/
REGISTER BEFORE MIDNIGHT MAY 31, 2026 TO GUARANTEE AN EVENT SHIRT IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR REGISTRATION AND BE ENTERED INTO A DRAWING FOR A $100 SHOE CERTIFICATE FROM TRI-STATE RUNNING COMPANY.*
*The drawing will take place at the conclusion of the 5K Awards (must be present to win).
COME BLAST OFF WITH US ON SATURDAY, JULY 4TH!
Races
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Little Rex's Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt (Youth Sizing)
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$22.20
The Little Rexs Kids Fun Run is a .76 mile event for kids 10 years old and younger. The START is at 8:30 AM at the intersection of Taft Highway and Race Street adjacent to the Dry Ridge City Building. The race continues down Taft Highway then turns right onto Main Street (Dixie Hwy) to a right turn onto School Street, circles around onto Walnut Street, turns left back onto Main Street (Dixie Hwy) then turns down the alley just past Grant County Drugs and finishes down the ramp onto the outfield in Piddle Park. A post-race celebration will take place after the race inside Piddle Park. -
Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Big Rexs Bottle Rocket 5K is a 3.1 mile road course beginning at the intersection of Taft Highway and Race Street adjacent to the Dry Ridge City Building. Runners follow Taft Highway then turn right heading south on Dixie Highway (US 25) and continue to the turnaround at Grant County Middle School. Runners head back north on Dixie Highway (US 25), circle through School Street and Walmut Street, then turn left down the alley just past Grant County Drugs and down the ramp to the FINISH on the outfield of Piddle Park. A post-race celebration will continue afterward inside Piddle Park.
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31 Broadway St, Dry Ridge, 41035, KY, United States
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