The Ability Walk

  • Date Thu 28th May 2026
  • Time 5:00PM EDT
  • Location Mount Vernon, Kentucky
  • Price Free - $22.20
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for a heartwarming and inclusive event at The Ability Walk on Thursday, May 28, 2026, in Mt. Vernon, Rockcastle. This exciting occasion is part of the County-Wide Stride race series and promises to be a celebration of community spirit, highlighting the theme of "See the Ability, Not the Disability." Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to walk, ride, or roll across the finish line in a joyous atmosphere filled with games, sensory activities, face painting, and delicious food from local food trucks.

The event kicks off at 5:00 PM with registration and an array of fun activities, followed by a VIP Lap and a caregiver lap before the main 30-minute run/walk begins at 5:55 PM. With free registration for VIP participants and affordable options for adults and students, everyone can join in the fun while supporting a worthy cause: all proceeds will benefit Mt. Vernon Elementary School's inclusive playground. Come together to celebrate diversity, make new friends, and see the abilities in everyone!

Organiser's Description

_This event is a bonus race in the County-Wide Stride race series and will count towards series tally._



THE ABILITY WALK: SEE THE ABILITY, NOT THE DISABILITY WALK, RIDE, OR ROLL!



Rockcastle Regional is looking forward to celebrating people of all walks of life and their abilities, and learning about any barriers our VIP children or adults may have, as well as teaching other adults and children about these barriers and how they can interact and be friends with everyone! Join us for our Awareness Walk, Ride, or Roll on Thursday, August 22, 5-7 p.m. at Rockcastle County High School.



Your VIP child or adult will participate in crossing the finish line by wheelchair, being held, walking, running, or any way theyd like! Come play some games, get involved in some sensory activities, face painting, tie dye, and even order dinner from some food trucks! All our activities are geared towards our VIP participants interests and abilities so please join us so we can learn and see the abilities, not the disabilities!



ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE ABILITY WALK WILL BENEFIT MT. VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUND!



REGISTRATION DETAILS:

* VIP Registration FREE! VIPs receive a custom race t-shirt, medal, and a goodie bag (ex. bubble wand, fidget toys, etc.).
* Adult Registration $20 Includes t-shirt
* Event Participant Registration $5 No t-shirt
* Student Strides Students age 4-18 run FREE! No shirt included in registration, but may be added on for additional fee.
* _No registration required if you plan to attend the event, but do not plan to participate in the run/walk portion._

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

5:00 Registration | Booths & activities open
5:30 Welcome
5:35 VIP Lap
5:45 Caregiver Lap
5:55 30 minute run/walk begins | Booths & activities reopen until 7:00 pm



ACTIVITIES:

* Games
* Sensory activities
* Water activities
* Face painting
* Bubble station
* Tie dye station
* Food trucks
* And more!



For more information, call Chelsea Dillingham at (606)256-7767.

Races

  • VIP Registration (Child or Adult With Special Needs)

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Thu 28th May 2026 (5:00PM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 28 APR
  • Adult Registration (Includes T-Shirt)

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Thu 28th May 2026 (5:00PM EDT)

    $22.20

    OPENS 28 APR
  • Event Participant Registration (No Shirt)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee

    Thu 28th May 2026 (5:00PM EDT)

    $6.30

    OPENS 28 APR
  • Student Strides 5K Run/Walk (Ages 4-18)

    Incl. T-Shirt (Additional $15)

    Thu 28th May 2026 (5:00PM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 28 APR

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Location

1545 Lake Cumberland Rd, Mount Vernon, 40456, KY, United States

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