Blackberry Festival 5K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Carlisle, Kentucky
- Price Free - $33.25
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and excitement at the 4th Annual Blackberry Festival 5K, taking place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in the vibrant heart of downtown Carlisle, Nicholas County! This lively event kicks off at 8:00 AM and offers participants a fantastic opportunity to join in a 5K run/walk, compete in the Fastest Kid in Town race, or even take part virtually. Enjoy the festive atmosphere of the Blackberry Festival while supporting local tourism initiatives.
Participants can look forward to a range of exciting features, including commemorative race T-shirts, chip timing, and awards for the top finishers in various categories. Kids aged 12 and under are invited to participate in the Fastest Kid in Town races, which are free and include a participation medal. With food, music, and community spirit, the Blackberry Festival 5K promises to be a memorable day filled with fellowship and friendly competition. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event in Carlisle!
Participants can look forward to a range of exciting features, including commemorative race T-shirts, chip timing, and awards for the top finishers in various categories. Kids aged 12 and under are invited to participate in the Fastest Kid in Town races, which are free and include a participation medal. With food, music, and community spirit, the Blackberry Festival 5K promises to be a memorable day filled with fellowship and friendly competition. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event in Carlisle!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 4TH ANNUAL BLACKBERRY FESTIVAL 5K AT THE CARLISLE BLACKBERRY FESTIVAL!
The 2026 BLACKBERRY FESTIVAL 5K is SATURDAY, JULY 4, 2026 at 8:00AM in the heart of downtown Carlisle. The race will include an in-person 5K run/walk, Fastest Kid in Town race and virtual option. Our 2026 race will support Nicholas County Carlisle Tourism.
RACE FEATURES:
* Commemorative race T-shirts
* Chip timing (Thanks RaceRise!)
* Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 10-year age groups
* Free race photos
* Social teams to expand your race experience (Prize for the largest team)
* 5K run/walk, Fastest Kid in Town and virtual options
* Food, fun, music and fellowship in heart of the Carlisle Blackberry Festival
FASTEST KID IN TOWN RACES This event is open to all kids 12 and under and is a FREE EVENT. Parents may add on a commemorative shirt for $10. We will have run offs by age (2-12) and then have a final Fastest Kid in Town race with all of the age category winners. Kids will receive a participation medal.
5K AWARDS We will provide awards for the Top 3 M/F Overall Finishers as well as Top 2 M/F in each age group 0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1924997]
PACKET PICKUP: Our packet pickup will be on race morning (Saturday, July 4th) from 6:30-7:45am in downtown Carlisle.
The 2026 BLACKBERRY FESTIVAL 5K is SATURDAY, JULY 4, 2026 at 8:00AM in the heart of downtown Carlisle. The race will include an in-person 5K run/walk, Fastest Kid in Town race and virtual option. Our 2026 race will support Nicholas County Carlisle Tourism.
RACE FEATURES:
* Commemorative race T-shirts
* Chip timing (Thanks RaceRise!)
* Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 10-year age groups
* Free race photos
* Social teams to expand your race experience (Prize for the largest team)
* 5K run/walk, Fastest Kid in Town and virtual options
* Food, fun, music and fellowship in heart of the Carlisle Blackberry Festival
FASTEST KID IN TOWN RACES This event is open to all kids 12 and under and is a FREE EVENT. Parents may add on a commemorative shirt for $10. We will have run offs by age (2-12) and then have a final Fastest Kid in Town race with all of the age category winners. Kids will receive a participation medal.
5K AWARDS We will provide awards for the Top 3 M/F Overall Finishers as well as Top 2 M/F in each age group 0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1924997]
PACKET PICKUP: Our packet pickup will be on race morning (Saturday, July 4th) from 6:30-7:45am in downtown Carlisle.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Unisex T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$33.25
CLOSEDA chip timed 5K run/walk on paved road surfaces. Awards presented for the Top 3 M/F overall finishers and Top finishers M/F in each age group. Participants receive a commemorative race T-shirt while supplies last. -
Fastest Kid in Town
Incl. Commemorative T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDA fun race for kids 12 and under to determine the "Fastest Kid in Carlisle". Race includes a commemorative shirt (or choose no shirt) and the event is free. -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Unisex T-Shirt
$28.25
CLOSEDIf you can't join us in person consider participating as a virtual runner/walker. For your $25 donation we'll make sure you get one of our commemorative race T-shirts and you can run/walk your own 5K on your own schedule from anywhere.
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