Spoonbread Festival 5K
- Date Sun 20th September 2026
- Time 6:30AM EDT
- Location Berea, Kentucky
- Price Free - $33.25
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 30th Annual Spoonbread Festival 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in the charming town of Berea, Madison. This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 AM, starting and finishing at the scenic Russel Acton Folk Center. Participants can enjoy a flat, paved course along the beautiful Berea City Trail, making it perfect for both seasoned runners and casual walkers alike.
The Spoonbread Festival 5K offers a range of features, including a virtual option for those who prefer to join from afar. Participants will receive commemorative soft, poly/cotton unisex-sized race shirts, and chip timing will ensure accurate results with awards for overall winners and age group categories. Enjoy free race photos, live music, delicious food, and the spirit of community fellowship as you take part in this beloved local tradition. Don't miss out on this opportunity to support the Berea Chamber of Commerce while having an unforgettable experience! Packets can be picked up on race day from 6:30 to 7:45 AM, so lace up those running shoes and get ready for a memorable day!
The Spoonbread Festival 5K offers a range of features, including a virtual option for those who prefer to join from afar. Participants will receive commemorative soft, poly/cotton unisex-sized race shirts, and chip timing will ensure accurate results with awards for overall winners and age group categories. Enjoy free race photos, live music, delicious food, and the spirit of community fellowship as you take part in this beloved local tradition. Don't miss out on this opportunity to support the Berea Chamber of Commerce while having an unforgettable experience! Packets can be picked up on race day from 6:30 to 7:45 AM, so lace up those running shoes and get ready for a memorable day!
Organiser's Description
LACE UP YOUR RUNNING SHOES AND PLAN TO JOIN US AT THE 30TH ANNUAL SPOONBREAD FESTIVAL 5K RUN/WALK!
JOIN THE FUN ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026, AT 8:00AM WITH START/FINISH AT THE RUSSEL ACTON FOLK CENTER IN BEREA
RACE FEATURES
* Flat, paved course on the Berea City Trail
* 5K run/walk and virtual option
* Commemorative soft, poly/cotton unisex sized race shirts
* Chip timing (Thanks RaceRise) with Overall & AG Awards (5-year age groups --- 0-9, 10-14, 15-19 >>> 65-69, 70+)
* Free race photos
* Music, food, fun & fellowship
Our 2026 race will benefit the BEREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE which sponsors the annual Spoonbread Festival.
PACKET PICKUP We'll hold our race packet pickup on race morning (Sunday, 9/20/26) from 6:30-7:45am in the parking lot of the Russel Acton Folk Center in Berea. There will be no advanced day PPU.
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3030183]
JOIN THE FUN ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026, AT 8:00AM WITH START/FINISH AT THE RUSSEL ACTON FOLK CENTER IN BEREA
RACE FEATURES
* Flat, paved course on the Berea City Trail
* 5K run/walk and virtual option
* Commemorative soft, poly/cotton unisex sized race shirts
* Chip timing (Thanks RaceRise) with Overall & AG Awards (5-year age groups --- 0-9, 10-14, 15-19 >>> 65-69, 70+)
* Free race photos
* Music, food, fun & fellowship
Our 2026 race will benefit the BEREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE which sponsors the annual Spoonbread Festival.
PACKET PICKUP We'll hold our race packet pickup on race morning (Sunday, 9/20/26) from 6:30-7:45am in the parking lot of the Russel Acton Folk Center in Berea. There will be no advanced day PPU.
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3030183]
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Unisex Poly/Cotton T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$33.25
CLOSEDChip timed 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk on paved trail surfaces. Runners, walkers, strollers and dogs on fixed length leashes welcomed. Participants receive a commemorative race T-shirt while supplies last. Awards presented for Top 3 M/F overall and 5 year age divisions. -
5K VIRTUAL Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Unisex Poly/Cotton T-Shirt
$33.25
CLOSEDIf you can't join us in person consider signing up as a virtual runner/walker. For your $30 donation you can run/walk your own Spoonbread Festival 5K on your own schedule in your own hometown. Participate from anywhere in the United States. We'll mail you your shirt if you live outside of the Berea area. There are no awards for the virtual event. -
Race Volunteer
Incl. Unisex Poly/Cotton T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (6:30AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDWe need 6 hard working volunteers to make our race great. The race day shift is from 7:30-10:30am.
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