KY History Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

Saturday, October 21, 2023 Past event

8:15 AM EDT

Frankfort, Kentucky

Free–$80.00 · 5 races

5km, 10km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 9th Annual KY History Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, taking place on Saturday, October 21, 2023, in the beautiful downtown Frankfort, Kentucky! This exciting event is not just a race; it’s a celebration of Kentucky’s rich history, making it a unique experience for runners of all levels. Participants can choose from three fantastic distances: the challenging 13.1-mile half marathon, the 10K, or the family-friendly 5K, all set against the scenic backdrop of historic Frankfort.

Starting at 7:30 AM, runners will enjoy a lively atmosphere with DJ James Hummel providing energizing tunes, while race pacers will be on hand for the half marathon to help you achieve your best time. Each participant will receive a commemorative performance shirt and a finisher's medal, with awards for overall and age group winners in the half marathon. Plus, enjoy post-race food, fun, and fellowship with fellow runners. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this remarkable event that supports the Kentucky Historical Society Foundation. Join us for a day filled with history, community, and a celebration of health and fitness!

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Sep 20, 2025

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Races

KY History Half Marathon

Includes Performance/Tech T-Shirt

7th Annual KY History Half Marathon. Chip-timed with Kentucky History inspired Overall & Age Group Awards. Technical T-shirts and finishers' medals. Pace limit is 16 minutes/mile (3 hour 30 minute time limit to finish)

8:00 AM EDT

$80.00

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KY History 10k

Includes Performance/Tech T-Shirt

Chip-timed competitive 10K race open to runners and walkers. Overall awards, finishers' medals, and technical T-shirts for all registrants while they last.

8:00 AM EDT

$53.00

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KY History 5k

Includes Performance/Tech T-Shirt

Chip-timed competitive 5K race open to runners and walkers. Overall awards, finishers' medals, and technical t-shirts. Strollers and dogs on fixed length leashes welcomed.

8:15 AM EDT

$48.00

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KY History VIRTUAL RUNNER/WALKER
Virtual

Includes Performance/Tech T-Shirt

An opportunity to support the Kentucky Historical Society from afar by running/walking in your own hometown as a "Virtual Runner/Walker." Sign up here, and we'll mail you a race T-shirt, medal, and race bib to support the race.

8:15 AM EDT

$50.00

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Race Volunteer

Includes Performance/Tech T-Shirt

We are in need of 15-20 volunteers to work a 5 hour shift on race day. If you sign up, we'll email you closer to the race with further details, duties, etc. Thanks for supporting the Kentucky Historical Society Foundation through your volunteer work.

6:30 AM EDT

Free

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Organiser's description

COME RUN THE "GREATEST HALF IN HISTORY!"

Join us for the 9TH ANNUAL KY HISTORY HALF, 10K AND 5K on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 at 7:30am in downtown FRANKFORT. The KY History Half is the Commonwealth's first half marathon that celebrates Kentucky's history. The KY History Half is a RaceRise & 3 Sport Endurance production benefiting the Kentucky Historical Society Foundation.

* Commemorative Performance/Dry Fit Race Shirts
* Overall (all races) & Age Group Awards (13.1 only)
* Finishers' Medals (All Races)
* Scenic courses through historic Frankfort, Kentucky
* DJ James Hummel & Free Race Photos
* Race Pacers for the Half Marathon
* Post race food, fun and fellowship

Our PACKET PICKUP is Friday, September 19, 2025 from 3-7pm at the Kentucky Historical Society (Address: 100 W Broadway St, Frankfort, KY 40601). For out-of-town participants who notify us in advance, we also have packet pickup on race morning from 6:30-7:45 a.m. at the KHS (Brown Forman Room). All local runners will be expected to pick up their packets on Friday or have it picked up by a friend.

Partial proceeds go to the Kentucky Historical Society Foundation to support the educational programming and services of the Kentucky Historical Society.

HALF MARATHON ROUTE 2023 https://www.plotaroute.com/route/486489

10K ROUTE MAP 2023 https://www.plotaroute.com/route/487154

5K ROUTE MAP 2023 https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2046660