Run Berea Half Marathon & 5k

Saturday, October 7, 2023 Past event
7:45 AM EDT
Berea, Kentucky
Free–$80.00 · 4 races
5km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 3rd Annual Run Berea Half Marathon & 5K, taking place on Saturday, October 7, 2023, in the charming city of Berea, Madison! This exciting event invites runners and walkers to traverse a scenic, paved trail that highlights the beauty of Berea, known as the Folk Arts and Crafts Capital of Kentucky. Participants can choose between a challenging Half Marathon or a fun 5K run/walk, both of which promise a vibrant atmosphere and a chance to celebrate community spirit.

Starting at the picturesque Berea Pinnacles at 8:00 AM, the race features a relatively flat course, making it perfect for runners of all levels. Athletes can look forward to commemorative performance t-shirts, finishers' medals, and awards for the top finishers. Plus, there are age group categories ranging from 0-14 to 70+, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event is a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors while supporting the Berea Police Association and their wonderful programs like Christmas with a Cop. Don't miss out on this fun-filled day that truly embodies the spirit of community and fitness!

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Races

  • Half Marathon

    Includes Long Sleeved Performance T-Shirt

    Competitive, chip-timed half marathon on paved surfaces through the city of Berea. Overall Top 3 M/F and Age Group (5 Year Divisions) awards. Pace limit of 16 min/mile (3 hours 30 minutes). Race pacers will be available to help guide runners to PR/goal times.

    7:30 AM EDT

    $80.00

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  • 5k Run/Walk

    Includes Long Sleeved Performance T-Shirt

    Competitive, chip-timed 5K run/walk. Overall awards (Top 3 M/F) will be presented. Walkers and dogs on fixed-length leashes welcomed.

    7:45 AM EDT

    $45.00

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  • Virtual Runner/Walker

    Virtual

    Includes Long Sleeved Performance T-Shirt

    If you are unable to join us in person, consider participating as a Virtual Runner/Walker. For a $50 registration/donation, we'll mail your commemorative race T-shirt, bib, and finisher's medal. You can run/walk your own 13.1 or 5K on your own schedule in your hometown.

    7:45 AM EDT

    $50.00

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  • Race Volunteer

    Includes Long Sleeved Performance T-Shirt

    If you aren't running, why not help us make the race great as a volunteer? We'll need 15 race day volunteers working about a 4.5 hour shift (6:00-10:30am). Sign up and we'll email you closer to the race with further details. We are also looking for groups to volunteer for water stops and other important roles.

    6:00 AM EDT

    Free

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

COME "RUN YOUR ARTS OFF" AT THE 3RD ANNUAL RUN BEREA 13.1 & 5K ON THE SCENIC PAVED TRAIL THROUGH THE CITY.



THE RACE WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2024 WITH AN 8:00AM START FROM THE BEREA PINNACLES AND WILL HIGHLIGHT ALL THAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT BEREA, THE FOLK ARTS AND CRAFTS CAPITAL OF KENTUCKY. RUNNERS/WALKERS WILL ENJOY A SCENIC, PAVED ROUTE ON THE BEREA CITY TRAIL.

RACE FEATURES

* Half Marathon Run (16 minute/mile pace limit; 3 hour 30 minute max) and 5K Run/Walk
* Commemorative performance T-shirts
* Overall Top 3 M/F & Age Group Awards (Half Marathon), Overall Top 3 M/F & 1st Place M/F Age Group Awards (5K)
* Finishers' Medals for both races
* Free Race Photos (Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton)
* Scenic and relatively flat course on the paved city trail that runs through Berea
* Race Pacers (Thanks, ForWord Running/Pacing) for the 13.1
* Virtual Runner/Walker opportunity ($50.00 registration/donation - We ship commemorative shirt, bib, and finisher's medal.)

Our race will benefit programs championed by the BEREA POLICE ASSOCIATION including their very popular CHRISTMAS WITH A COP.

AGE GROUPS 0-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 & 70+

PACKET PICKUP Packet pickup plans will be announced closer to the race. There will also be a last chance packet pickup on race morning (Saturday) from 6:45-7:45am at The Berea Pinnacles.

COURSE MAPS - COMING SOON!

Location

The Berea Pinnacles, 2047 Big Hill Road, Berea, 40403, KY, United States

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