Sweet Owen Day 5K Fun Run/Walk
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 6:30AM EDT
- Location Owenton, Kentucky
- Price Free - $22.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the Sweet Owen Day 5K Fun Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, September 20th, 2025, in the charming town of Owenton, Kentucky. This annual event kicks off the Sweet Owen Day Festival, offering participants a scenic closed course on paved roads that winds through the heart of Owenton. Runners and walkers of all ages are encouraged to join in the excitement, with a 5K distance that promises to be both challenging and enjoyable.
Participants will receive commemorative race t-shirts and can capture their memories with free race photos. With awards for the top finishers in both overall and age group categories, there’s plenty of motivation to lace up your running shoes! The event also features a special Fastest Kid in Town race for children aged 9 and under, adding a delightful touch for families. Join us for a day filled with music, food, fellowship, and, most importantly, a vibrant community atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate fitness and fun on September 20th!
Participants will receive commemorative race t-shirts and can capture their memories with free race photos. With awards for the top finishers in both overall and age group categories, there’s plenty of motivation to lace up your running shoes! The event also features a special Fastest Kid in Town race for children aged 9 and under, adding a delightful touch for families. Join us for a day filled with music, food, fellowship, and, most importantly, a vibrant community atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate fitness and fun on September 20th!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL 5K THAT KICKS OFF THE DAY-LONG SWEET OWEN DAY FESTIVAL ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH IN OWENTON, KENTUCKY!
RACE FEATURES:
* CLOSED COURSE ON PAVED ROADS THROUGH THE HEART OF OWENTON, KENTUCKY
* COMMEMORATIVE RACE T-SHIRTS
* FREE RACE PHOTOS
* SOCIAL TEAMS TO EXPAND/ENHANCE YOUR RACE EXPERIENCE
* OVERALL AWARDS FOR TOP 3 M/F AND TOP 3 M/F IN AGE GROUPS (0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+)
* 5K RUN/WALK & FASTEST KID IN TOWN RACE
* MUSIC, FOOD, FUN & FELLOWSHIP
* CONVENIENT RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP AVAILABLE
PACKET PICKUP --- Our plan is hold packet pickup on race morning (Saturday, September 20th) from 6:30-7:45am near the Courthouse
FASTEST KID IN TOWN --- This is a new FREE Kid's Dash (9 and under) where we'll crown a Fastest Kid in Town. All kids are welcomed but we do ask that you register your child so we have a good idea of our number of kids. The race will be a 75 yard dash. Parents can purchase a commemorative race T-shirt (Youth S, M, L or Adult sizes) for a $10 add on. The Kid's Dash will take place at 9:00am after the 5K has concluded.
RACE FEATURES:
* CLOSED COURSE ON PAVED ROADS THROUGH THE HEART OF OWENTON, KENTUCKY
* COMMEMORATIVE RACE T-SHIRTS
* FREE RACE PHOTOS
* SOCIAL TEAMS TO EXPAND/ENHANCE YOUR RACE EXPERIENCE
* OVERALL AWARDS FOR TOP 3 M/F AND TOP 3 M/F IN AGE GROUPS (0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+)
* 5K RUN/WALK & FASTEST KID IN TOWN RACE
* MUSIC, FOOD, FUN & FELLOWSHIP
* CONVENIENT RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP AVAILABLE
PACKET PICKUP --- Our plan is hold packet pickup on race morning (Saturday, September 20th) from 6:30-7:45am near the Courthouse
FASTEST KID IN TOWN --- This is a new FREE Kid's Dash (9 and under) where we'll crown a Fastest Kid in Town. All kids are welcomed but we do ask that you register your child so we have a good idea of our number of kids. The race will be a 75 yard dash. Parents can purchase a commemorative race T-shirt (Youth S, M, L or Adult sizes) for a $10 add on. The Kid's Dash will take place at 9:00am after the 5K has concluded.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Unisex Sized T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 19 AUGChip timed 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk on paved roads through Owenton, Kentucky. Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 10 year age divisions. Walkers, strollers and dogs on fixed length leashes welcomed. Participants receive a commemorative T-shirt while supplies last. -
Fastest Kid in Town
Sat 20th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 19 AUGA fun FREE event for kids 9 and under. Children participating will receive a participation medal. Parents may purchase a shirt for their child as a $10 add on. -
Race Volunteer
Incl. Unisex Sized T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (6:30AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 19 AUGWe need 5 volunteers to work a 3 hour race day shift to make the race great. Volunteers receive a commemorative race T-shirt.
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