Nelson County Up and Running 5K
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Bardstown, Kentucky
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Nelson County Up and Running 5K, taking place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in the charming town of Bardstown, Kentucky! This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 AM from the Nelson County High School, where participants of all ages are invited to join in the fun. With a focus on community and collaboration, the 5K supports the Nelson County Schools UP Foundation and the Imagination Library, ensuring that children across Nelson County have access to essential literacy and educational resources.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun family activity, this event welcomes everyone—so feel free to dress up as your favorite superhero! Packet pickup starts at 7:00 AM, and while entry is free, donations are encouraged to help provide books for children. Commemorative race t-shirts are available for purchase, ensuring you have a memorable keepsake from this fantastic day. Join us for a morning filled with joy, community spirit, and the thrill of the race, all while supporting a great cause!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun family activity, this event welcomes everyone—so feel free to dress up as your favorite superhero! Packet pickup starts at 7:00 AM, and while entry is free, donations are encouraged to help provide books for children. Commemorative race t-shirts are available for purchase, ensuring you have a memorable keepsake from this fantastic day. Join us for a morning filled with joy, community spirit, and the thrill of the race, all while supporting a great cause!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the Nelson County Up & Running 5K. We believe people working together is our super power and we look forward to sharing the morning with you at Nelson County High School. Here are the details for the event:
DATE: Saturday, October 25, 2025
LOCATION: Nelson County High School
RACE START: 8:00 AM
PACKET PICKUP: Begins at 7:00 AM
EVENT DETAILS
This event benefits the Nelson County Schools UP Foundation and the Imagination Library, helping children across Nelson County build brighter futures through literacy and educational opportunities. Learn more at theupfoundation.net.
REGISTRATION
FREE ENTRY Donations are encouraged to support the Imagination Library:
$25 = 1 childs books
$50 = 2 childrens books
$100 = 4 childrens books
Or any amount you choose
T-SHIRTS
Commemorative race tees are available for $12 .
Adult Sizes: 2XL, XL, L, M, S
Child Sizes: XS, S, M, L
Deadline to order: October 11, 2025
AWARDS
Awards will be given to the Top Male & Female Finishers in each age group:
12 & Under
1318
1929
3039
4049
5059
60 & Older
WHY JOIN?
Dress up as your favorite superhero female signmale sign
Support literacy and education in Nelson County
Fun, family-friendly atmosphere
Walkers, runners, and superheroes of all ages are welcome!
DATE: Saturday, October 25, 2025
LOCATION: Nelson County High School
RACE START: 8:00 AM
PACKET PICKUP: Begins at 7:00 AM
EVENT DETAILS
This event benefits the Nelson County Schools UP Foundation and the Imagination Library, helping children across Nelson County build brighter futures through literacy and educational opportunities. Learn more at theupfoundation.net.
REGISTRATION
FREE ENTRY Donations are encouraged to support the Imagination Library:
$25 = 1 childs books
$50 = 2 childrens books
$100 = 4 childrens books
Or any amount you choose
T-SHIRTS
Commemorative race tees are available for $12 .
Adult Sizes: 2XL, XL, L, M, S
Child Sizes: XS, S, M, L
Deadline to order: October 11, 2025
AWARDS
Awards will be given to the Top Male & Female Finishers in each age group:
12 & Under
1318
1929
3039
4049
5059
60 & Older
WHY JOIN?
Dress up as your favorite superhero female signmale sign
Support literacy and education in Nelson County
Fun, family-friendly atmosphere
Walkers, runners, and superheroes of all ages are welcome!
Nelson County Up and Running 5K
