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EVENT DETAILS

* Date: Saturday, DECEMBER 5, 2026
* Place: Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, Mt. Vernon, KY
* 6K Run/ 2-Mile Walk to begin at 8:30 a.m. EST
* Race-day registration to begin at 7:50 a.m.
* $25 pre-registration fee - deadline MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23
* $30 registration fee from Nov. 20 through 8:15 a.m. race day
* Race 12 of 12 in the 2026 County-Wide Stride race series



COURSE

The 6K Run/Walk highlights historic Renfro Valley. Aid and water station will be located at the turnaround. Officials will direct and supervise the course. The Run/Walk will start and finish at the Renfro Valley Entertainment Center.



UNIQUE REASONS TO PARTICIPATE

* $50 cash prize to overall top male and female finisher
* Unique age group awards
* Free commemorative long-sleeve shirt guaranteed to all participants pre-registered by Nov. 23. (It is recommended that you pre-register to guarantee your shirt. Shirts available on race day in limited sizes and quantities.)
* Santas Surprise Gift Grab as always, gift packages will be scattered along the course for participants to scoop up for cash, gifts or coal!
* Hospitality area with refreshments and snacks
* Costume Contest: award will be given for the best holiday-themed costume.



AWARDS

* Overall male and female race winner and top three male and female finishers in each of the following age groups: 12-under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79, 80+
* Top three male and female walkers (walkers also eligible for age group awards)
* Please note: to be fair to competitive walkers, if you plan to register as a walker, you must walk the entire race. If you plan on running and walking, please register as a runner.



NEW! STUDENT STRIDES 2026

* ALL students age 4-18 run FREE! No shirt included in registration, but may be added on for additional fee.
* Students who complete at least 7 races will receive a $25 gift card and custom t-shirt at the end of the 2026 series!
* Students must run or walk to be eligible for awards and incentives.





QUESTIONS/INFORMATION

For more information contact Chelsea Dillingham (606) 256-7767 or c.dillingham@rhrcc.org