Finke 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Danville, Kentucky
- Price Free - $33.25
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of fitness and community at the Finke 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 9:00 AM in the beautiful Millennium Park in Danville, Boyle. This heartwarming event honors the legacy of Arlen Finke, a beloved retired teacher, coach, and dedicated cross-country runner. Participants will enjoy a scenic, closed course on paved roads and pathways, making it perfect for both serious runners and casual walkers alike.
The Finke 5K promises a fun-filled atmosphere with commemorative race T-shirts for the first entrants, awards for top finishers, and free race photos, including a finish line photo contest! This gathering not only celebrates Arlen's contributions to the community but also supports the Kentucky School for the Deaf Alumni Association (KSDAA) through proceeds, which will enhance athletic programs and student-related projects. Join us for a day of food, fellowship, and fitness as we strive to make the Finke 5K Run/Walk an annual tradition!
The Finke 5K promises a fun-filled atmosphere with commemorative race T-shirts for the first entrants, awards for top finishers, and free race photos, including a finish line photo contest! This gathering not only celebrates Arlen's contributions to the community but also supports the Kentucky School for the Deaf Alumni Association (KSDAA) through proceeds, which will enhance athletic programs and student-related projects. Join us for a day of food, fellowship, and fitness as we strive to make the Finke 5K Run/Walk an annual tradition!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US AS WE HONOR ARLEN FINKE, A RETIRED PHYSICAL AND HEALTH TEACHER AND COACH AT THE KENTUCKY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF (KSD), AS WELL AS A LONGTIME AREA CROSS-COUNTRY RUNNER.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026 AT 9:00AM AT MILLENIUM PARK IN DANVILLE
RACE FEATURES:
* Scenic closed course on paved roads/pathways through Millenium Park
* Commemorative race T-shirts (while supplies last)
* Awards for Top Finishers
* Free Race Photos and Finish Line Photo Contest
* Food, fun and fellowship for a great cause!
Some of his former students and runners came up with the idea to honor him with a race in his name, and to tie it in with the 200th Anniversary Celebration of KSD recently. He and his good friend, Coach E. G. Plummer of Danville High School worked together to establish Cross Country teams at both KSD and DHS. The goal is for the Finke 5K Run/Walk to become an annual tradition. Arlen Finke sadly passed away at a young age in January 2024 from Alzheimer's Disease. Proceeds from the event will go to the KSD Alumni Association (KSDAA), which supports various needs such as athletic programs, equipment, uniforms and other- student related projects.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Monetary sponsorships will help cover the cost of T-shirts, awards, registration supplies, snacks, and water bottles provided to the runners. Sponsors should provide a business logo to be printed on the race T-shirts and displayed on signage during the event. If your business is interested in sponsoring the Finke 5K Run/ Walk, please make your check payable to "Kentucky 200th Anniversary" and include "Finke 5K Run/ Walk Event" in the memo line. Sponsorship questions should be directed to kentucky.200thanniversary@gmail.com
Thank you for considering becoming a race sponsor for the Finke 5K Run/ Walk!
Mail Sponsorship Checks To:
Kentucky 200th Anniversary Celebration
ATTN: Barbie Harris, Consultant
PO Box 565
Danville, KY 40423
5K ROUTE MAP - Coming Soon
PACKET PICKUP DETAILS - TBA
5K PRICING: $25 (7/11-31), $30 (8/1-9/30), $35 (10/1-11/10)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026 AT 9:00AM AT MILLENIUM PARK IN DANVILLE
RACE FEATURES:
* Scenic closed course on paved roads/pathways through Millenium Park
* Commemorative race T-shirts (while supplies last)
* Awards for Top Finishers
* Free Race Photos and Finish Line Photo Contest
* Food, fun and fellowship for a great cause!
Some of his former students and runners came up with the idea to honor him with a race in his name, and to tie it in with the 200th Anniversary Celebration of KSD recently. He and his good friend, Coach E. G. Plummer of Danville High School worked together to establish Cross Country teams at both KSD and DHS. The goal is for the Finke 5K Run/Walk to become an annual tradition. Arlen Finke sadly passed away at a young age in January 2024 from Alzheimer's Disease. Proceeds from the event will go to the KSD Alumni Association (KSDAA), which supports various needs such as athletic programs, equipment, uniforms and other- student related projects.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Monetary sponsorships will help cover the cost of T-shirts, awards, registration supplies, snacks, and water bottles provided to the runners. Sponsors should provide a business logo to be printed on the race T-shirts and displayed on signage during the event. If your business is interested in sponsoring the Finke 5K Run/ Walk, please make your check payable to "Kentucky 200th Anniversary" and include "Finke 5K Run/ Walk Event" in the memo line. Sponsorship questions should be directed to kentucky.200thanniversary@gmail.com
Thank you for considering becoming a race sponsor for the Finke 5K Run/ Walk!
Mail Sponsorship Checks To:
Kentucky 200th Anniversary Celebration
ATTN: Barbie Harris, Consultant
PO Box 565
Danville, KY 40423
5K ROUTE MAP - Coming Soon
PACKET PICKUP DETAILS - TBA
5K PRICING: $25 (7/11-31), $30 (8/1-9/30), $35 (10/1-11/10)
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.25
Competitive 5K run/walk for all levels. Awards for Top Finishers. Race is conducted 100% on paved road/trail surfaces. Commemorative shirt with registration (while supplies last) -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
$33.25
If you can't join us in person, consider running/walking as a virtual participant. For your $30 donation we'll mail you your commemorative race shirt. You can do your virtual Finke 5K in your hometown anytime during the month of October 2026. -
Race Volunteer
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
Free
We need 8-10 volunteers to work a 3-hour shift on race day (10/10/26) to make our race great. Volunteers receive a commemorative T-shirt for helping us out.
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Millenium Park, 1000 Cunningham Way, Danville, 40422, KY, United States
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