I'm A Dam Runner 5K
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Campbellsville, Kentucky
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 12th Annual I'm A Dam Runner 5K on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Campbellsville, Taylor, Kentucky! This exciting 5K Run/Walk takes place at the stunning Green River Lake, where participants will enjoy a mostly flat, paved course that runs along the dam with breathtaking views of the lake throughout the entire event. With a limit of 400 runners and walkers, this closed course promises a fun and engaging atmosphere for all fitness levels.
Start your race day with early packet pickup on Friday, May 15th, from 4 PM to 6 PM at Running Soles Campbellsville, or grab your packet on race day from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM before the race kicks off at 9 AM. Don't miss the chance to support a great cause, as a portion of the funds raised will benefit The Friends of Green River Lake, promoting recreation and conservation efforts in the area. After the race, head to downtown Campbellsville for a well-deserved brunch at Harden Coffee and explore local businesses. Come out for a day of fitness, community, and stunning scenery at the I'm A Dam Runner 5K!
Start your race day with early packet pickup on Friday, May 15th, from 4 PM to 6 PM at Running Soles Campbellsville, or grab your packet on race day from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM before the race kicks off at 9 AM. Don't miss the chance to support a great cause, as a portion of the funds raised will benefit The Friends of Green River Lake, promoting recreation and conservation efforts in the area. After the race, head to downtown Campbellsville for a well-deserved brunch at Harden Coffee and explore local businesses. Come out for a day of fitness, community, and stunning scenery at the I'm A Dam Runner 5K!
Organiser's Description
The 12th Annual I'm A Dam Runner is a 5K Run/Walk that takes place at beautiful Green River Lake in Campbellsville, KY on the USACE property. This race goes along the dam that creates Green River Lake, and is a closed course. It's an out and back, mostly flat, all paved, and offers views of the lake nearly the entire run. Portions of the funds from this race benefit The Friends of Green River Lake who work to support many efforts in recreation and conservation around Green River Lake.
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THINGS TO KNOW
EVENT RUNNER/WALKER LIMIT: 400
_ALL TIMES ARE EASTERN - RACE IS IN THE EASTERN TIME ZONE._
Early Packet Pickup Friday May 15th:
From 4PM-6PM you can pick up your packet at Running Soles Campbellsville at 204 E Main St. in Campbellsville.
Saturday Packet Pickup:
You can pick up your packet on Saturday from 7:00AM - 8:30AM before the race.
DAY OF REGISTRATION:
You must register on the website. Please do so before arriving to the race.
COURSE:
This is a mostly flat, smooth, all road 5K. The course goes out-and-back. At the turnaround spot, please enter the fencing on the right and make a left turn, then go to the aid station.
CHIP/BIB:
Your chip is on your bib. Please do not bend it. Wear your bibs in the center of your shirt on your stomach, or on the left leg please. DO NOT COVER THEM WITH A JACKET.
AWARDS:
We will begin awards around 10:15. We will have a podium near the start line. If it is raining it will be moved to a nearby shelter.
POST RACE:
We invite you to head to downtown Campbellsville for brunch at Harden Coffee, a race sponsor and supporter of outdoor activity in our community. After that, stop by Running Soles, The Spoke Easy, and other local businesses.
RAIN OUT:
Looking clear and should be perfect for a run. We will race in the rain, but not in thunder/lightning. There may be a delay to help a storm pass. Watch your email and the Facebook event page for any updates if things change.
DOGS/STROLLERS:
Dogs are not allowed on course. Strollers and wagons are permitted, but need to start in the back.
FAMILY / UNREGISTERED RUNNERS / WALKERS:
Your family can come cheer you on, but everyone that is on the course and running/walking needs to be registered and have a signed waiver. We will be pulling people from the course that do not have a bib.
RUNNER MEETING & START TIME:
We will have a pre race meeting at 8:50AM at the start line. Be loaded up and ready to go. Walkers towards the back, please. Race will start at approximately 9AM.
PARKING & GETTING TO THE RACE:
Lake Rd. will be CLOSED from Soul Chapel Rd. to Visitor Center.
Come in off of 55 and enter Lake Rd. south of Green River.
Address:
USACE Green River Lake Visitor Center,
544 Lake Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718
Parking in grass area. Do NOT park on the sides of the road. Please use the designated event parking.
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THINGS TO KNOW
EVENT RUNNER/WALKER LIMIT: 400
_ALL TIMES ARE EASTERN - RACE IS IN THE EASTERN TIME ZONE._
Early Packet Pickup Friday May 15th:
From 4PM-6PM you can pick up your packet at Running Soles Campbellsville at 204 E Main St. in Campbellsville.
Saturday Packet Pickup:
You can pick up your packet on Saturday from 7:00AM - 8:30AM before the race.
DAY OF REGISTRATION:
You must register on the website. Please do so before arriving to the race.
COURSE:
This is a mostly flat, smooth, all road 5K. The course goes out-and-back. At the turnaround spot, please enter the fencing on the right and make a left turn, then go to the aid station.
CHIP/BIB:
Your chip is on your bib. Please do not bend it. Wear your bibs in the center of your shirt on your stomach, or on the left leg please. DO NOT COVER THEM WITH A JACKET.
AWARDS:
We will begin awards around 10:15. We will have a podium near the start line. If it is raining it will be moved to a nearby shelter.
POST RACE:
We invite you to head to downtown Campbellsville for brunch at Harden Coffee, a race sponsor and supporter of outdoor activity in our community. After that, stop by Running Soles, The Spoke Easy, and other local businesses.
RAIN OUT:
Looking clear and should be perfect for a run. We will race in the rain, but not in thunder/lightning. There may be a delay to help a storm pass. Watch your email and the Facebook event page for any updates if things change.
DOGS/STROLLERS:
Dogs are not allowed on course. Strollers and wagons are permitted, but need to start in the back.
FAMILY / UNREGISTERED RUNNERS / WALKERS:
Your family can come cheer you on, but everyone that is on the course and running/walking needs to be registered and have a signed waiver. We will be pulling people from the course that do not have a bib.
RUNNER MEETING & START TIME:
We will have a pre race meeting at 8:50AM at the start line. Be loaded up and ready to go. Walkers towards the back, please. Race will start at approximately 9AM.
PARKING & GETTING TO THE RACE:
Lake Rd. will be CLOSED from Soul Chapel Rd. to Visitor Center.
Come in off of 55 and enter Lake Rd. south of Green River.
Address:
USACE Green River Lake Visitor Center,
544 Lake Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718
Parking in grass area. Do NOT park on the sides of the road. Please use the designated event parking.
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