Owensboro YMCA BBQ 5K
- Date Sat 10th May 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Owensboro, Kentucky
- Price $38.65
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the Owensboro YMCA BBQ 5K on Saturday, May 10, 2025! Taking place in the heart of downtown Owensboro, Daviess County, this exciting event invites the entire community to join in the festivities. Whether you’re a competitive runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely walk, there’s a spot for you at the start line. The competitive racers will kick things off at 8:00 a.m., while non-competitive participants will follow closely behind.
Registration is just $35 for adults and $20 for children aged 1-18, with day-of registrations available for $40. Don’t miss out on the chance to snag a T-shirt by registering before April 26th! Plus, amazing prizes await the top male and female finishers, along with medals for the top three racers in each age group. After the race, stick around for the BBQ & Barrels Festival, which celebrates 45 years of Owensboro's rich culinary heritage, featuring delicious barbecue and historic Kentucky bourbon. Join us for a memorable day of community, competition, and culture!
Registration is just $35 for adults and $20 for children aged 1-18, with day-of registrations available for $40. Don’t miss out on the chance to snag a T-shirt by registering before April 26th! Plus, amazing prizes await the top male and female finishers, along with medals for the top three racers in each age group. After the race, stick around for the BBQ & Barrels Festival, which celebrates 45 years of Owensboro's rich culinary heritage, featuring delicious barbecue and historic Kentucky bourbon. Join us for a memorable day of community, competition, and culture!
Organiser's Description
OWENSBORO FAMILY YMCA IS PROUD TO HOST THE BBQ 5K ON MAY 10, 2025, DOWNTOWN OWENSBORO.
This race is in conjunction with the 2025 BBQ & Barrels event and the community is
invited to run or walk with us; competitive racers will stage in the front of the start line at
8:00 a.m. and non-competitive racers will be at the back of the start line.
Registration Pricing:
$35 for Adults - $20 for Children 1-18 (registration will discount at the cart)
DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION: $40
BAG PICK UP
will be Thursday, May 8 and Friday, May 9 (5am to 9pm) at the
Owensboro Family YMCA, 900 KY Parkway, Owensboro
RACEDAY BAG PICKUP
from 7-7:45am at race location
T-SHIRTS
(on registrations received by April 26th)
Awards
Top male and top female will get $100 worth of prizes.
Medals will be given to the TOP 3 racers in each age group.
Age Groups: ( 1-10, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-99 )
Be sure to visit the BBQ & BARRELS FESTIVAL which begins at Noon on Friday May 9 and Sat. May 10.
BBQ & BARRELS REPRESENTS the culmination of 45 years of a cultural tradition in
Owensboro and Daviess County. It is the celebration of our past, our present, and our
future, bringing together two of Owensboros greatest culinary traditions
unique barbecue and historic Kentucky bourbon.
This race is in conjunction with the 2025 BBQ & Barrels event and the community is
invited to run or walk with us; competitive racers will stage in the front of the start line at
8:00 a.m. and non-competitive racers will be at the back of the start line.
Registration Pricing:
$35 for Adults - $20 for Children 1-18 (registration will discount at the cart)
DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION: $40
BAG PICK UP
will be Thursday, May 8 and Friday, May 9 (5am to 9pm) at the
Owensboro Family YMCA, 900 KY Parkway, Owensboro
RACEDAY BAG PICKUP
from 7-7:45am at race location
T-SHIRTS
(on registrations received by April 26th)
Awards
Top male and top female will get $100 worth of prizes.
Medals will be given to the TOP 3 racers in each age group.
Age Groups: ( 1-10, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-99 )
Be sure to visit the BBQ & BARRELS FESTIVAL which begins at Noon on Friday May 9 and Sat. May 10.
BBQ & BARRELS REPRESENTS the culmination of 45 years of a cultural tradition in
Owensboro and Daviess County. It is the celebration of our past, our present, and our
future, bringing together two of Owensboros greatest culinary traditions
unique barbecue and historic Kentucky bourbon.
Races
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BBQ 5K Chip Timing
Incl. $3.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.65
OPENS SOONAWARDS TO BE ANNOUNCED POST RACE: First place overall male ($100) First place overall female ($100) 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place: Ages 1-10 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place: Ages 11-15 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place: Ages 16-19 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place: Ages 20-29 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place: Ages 30-39 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place: Ages 40-49 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place: Ages 50-59 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place: Ages 60-69 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place: Ages 70 & Up -
BBQ 5K No Timing - Non Competitive
Incl. $3.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th May 2025 (8:05AM EDT)
$38.65
OPENS SOONNon Competitive No timing
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