Race the Runway 5.02K
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Louisville, Kentucky
- Price $33.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Race the Runway 5.02K, taking place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in the vibrant city of Louisville, Jefferson! This exciting event marks the kickoff of the Planet Fitness Mayorthon Race Series, inviting both runners and walkers to take part in a professionally chip-timed race. Participants will enjoy a unique opportunity to race alongside aircraft on the Bowman Field runway, making for a truly memorable race day.
Pre-race festivities will begin at 8 a.m., featuring light snacks, refreshing drinks, and a chance to mingle with vendors and sponsors. The main event starts at 9 a.m., and all participants will receive a commemorative short-sleeved shirt and a custom finisher medal to celebrate their achievement. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of a fun-filled day that promises excitement, community spirit, and a fantastic atmosphere! Make sure to pick up your race packet on Friday, August 7, or on race day, and prepare to run your heart out at the Race the Runway 5.02K!
Pre-race festivities will begin at 8 a.m., featuring light snacks, refreshing drinks, and a chance to mingle with vendors and sponsors. The main event starts at 9 a.m., and all participants will receive a commemorative short-sleeved shirt and a custom finisher medal to celebrate their achievement. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of a fun-filled day that promises excitement, community spirit, and a fantastic atmosphere! Make sure to pick up your race packet on Friday, August 7, or on race day, and prepare to run your heart out at the Race the Runway 5.02K!
Organiser's Description
Race the Runway 5.02K is the first event in the Planet Fitness Mayorthon Race Series.
This race will be professionally chip-timed. All participants will receive a commemorative Race the Runway 5.02K short-sleeved shirt and a custom finisher medal.
Join us before and after the race for light snacks and refreshments, and be sure to visit our vendors and sponsor booths.
Pre-race festivities begin at 8 a.m. with snacks, refreshments and opportunities to connect with our vendors and sponsors. Walkers and runners will take off at 9 a.m. Part of the course takes place on the Bowman Field runway, where participants will run alongside aircraft for a truly unique race-day experience.
Packet pick-up will be held Friday, Aug. 7, from 126 p.m. at the Bowman Field Administrative Office (2815 Taylorsville Rd.). Race-day packet pick-up will also be available from 88:45 a.m.
This race will be professionally chip-timed. All participants will receive a commemorative Race the Runway 5.02K short-sleeved shirt and a custom finisher medal.
Join us before and after the race for light snacks and refreshments, and be sure to visit our vendors and sponsor booths.
Pre-race festivities begin at 8 a.m. with snacks, refreshments and opportunities to connect with our vendors and sponsors. Walkers and runners will take off at 9 a.m. Part of the course takes place on the Bowman Field runway, where participants will run alongside aircraft for a truly unique race-day experience.
Packet pick-up will be held Friday, Aug. 7, from 126 p.m. at the Bowman Field Administrative Office (2815 Taylorsville Rd.). Race-day packet pick-up will also be available from 88:45 a.m.
Races
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Race the Runway 5.02K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Race the Runway 5.02K Race Shirt - UNISEX SIZING
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.10
OPENS 16 FEBYouth participants must be at least five years old on race day and must be able to complete the 5K on their own.
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