P.A.C.E. Marathon and Half Marathon
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Smiths Grove, Kentucky
- Price $25.00 - $75.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the 3rd Annual P.A.C.E. Marathon and Half Marathon on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in the charming community of Smiths Grove, Warren County, KY! This vibrant event celebrates the beauty of both Smiths Grove and Oakland, inviting runners of all levels to soak in the scenic rural landscape along the course. Participants can choose between the full marathon and half marathon distances, both starting and finishing at Ed Spear Park at 7:00 AM.
Runners will be treated to a predominantly paved route with a few gravel sections and some moderate hills that promise to challenge and excite. Each participant will receive a commemorative shirt, and all finishers will take home a unique medal showcasing the stunning communities of Smiths Grove and Oakland. Don't miss the early packet pick-up on Friday, May 8th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, where you can grab your bib and t-shirt in preparation for the race day. Join the fun and experience the thrill of running in this beautiful part of Warren County!
Runners will be treated to a predominantly paved route with a few gravel sections and some moderate hills that promise to challenge and excite. Each participant will receive a commemorative shirt, and all finishers will take home a unique medal showcasing the stunning communities of Smiths Grove and Oakland. Don't miss the early packet pick-up on Friday, May 8th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, where you can grab your bib and t-shirt in preparation for the race day. Join the fun and experience the thrill of running in this beautiful part of Warren County!
Organiser's Description
Warren County Parks and Recreation is hosting the 3rd Annual P.A.C.E. Marathon and Half Marathon in 2026! PACE stands for Parks and Community Events, and the goal of this race is to have people experience these two communities. This year's race will feature the communities of Smiths Grove and Oakland, a truly beautiful section of Warren County, KY. All marathon and half marathon participants will receive a shirt, and marathon and half marathon finishers will receive a unique medal that features these two communities. This is a rural route that will have you oohing and aahing as you run.
Early packet pick-up for marathon and half marathon will be available Friday, May 8th from 6:00-9:00pm at Ed Spear Park. Please arrive to check in and pick-up your bib and t-shirt no later than 6:30am. BOTH races will begin at 7:00am. This race will begin and end at Ed Spear Park. Over 90% of the route is paved, the remaining 10% is gravel. There are moderate hills on this course!
Marathon is $75 and Half Marathon is $50
Special thanks to the Warren County Public Library, the city of Smiths Grove, and the city of Oakland for all their support and assistance with this event!
Early packet pick-up for marathon and half marathon will be available Friday, May 8th from 6:00-9:00pm at Ed Spear Park. Please arrive to check in and pick-up your bib and t-shirt no later than 6:30am. BOTH races will begin at 7:00am. This race will begin and end at Ed Spear Park. Over 90% of the route is paved, the remaining 10% is gravel. There are moderate hills on this course!
Marathon is $75 and Half Marathon is $50
Special thanks to the Warren County Public Library, the city of Smiths Grove, and the city of Oakland for all their support and assistance with this event!
Races
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P.A.C.E. Marathon
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$75.00
OPENS 02 JUN -
P.A.C.E. Half Marathon
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$50.00
OPENS 02 JUN -
PACE Marathon RETURNING Half or Full Runner
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$50.00
OPENS 02 JUN -
PACE Half Marathon RETURNING Half or Full Runner
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$25.00
OPENS 02 JUN
P.A.C.E. Marathon and Half Marathon
