The Big Run 5K
- Date Wed 4th June 2025
- Time 6:00PM EST
- Location Louisville, Kentucky
- Price Free - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for The Big Run 5K, taking place on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at the scenic Waterfront Park in Louisville, Jefferson. This exciting event is part of Global Running Day, a celebration of community, friendship, and the joy of running. Whether you're a seasoned runner tackling your fiftieth 5K or a newcomer striving for your first finish, this race promises an unforgettable experience filled with camaraderie and accomplishment.
The event kicks off at 6:30 PM, with River City Races managing and timing the race, ensuring a smooth and professional experience for all participants. Runners will have the chance to earn awards and prizes, and every finisher will walk away with a commemorative medal and a participant T-shirt—be sure to register by May 17 to guarantee your shirt! Plus, kids can join in on the fun with a free, untimed Kids Dash at 6:00 PM, where every young participant will also receive a finisher's medal. Join us in supporting the local organization Girls on the Run Kentuckiana by donating during registration, and let's make this a day to remember!
The event kicks off at 6:30 PM, with River City Races managing and timing the race, ensuring a smooth and professional experience for all participants. Runners will have the chance to earn awards and prizes, and every finisher will walk away with a commemorative medal and a participant T-shirt—be sure to register by May 17 to guarantee your shirt! Plus, kids can join in on the fun with a free, untimed Kids Dash at 6:00 PM, where every young participant will also receive a finisher's medal. Join us in supporting the local organization Girls on the Run Kentuckiana by donating during registration, and let's make this a day to remember!
Organiser's Description
Global Running Day celebrates what makes running so specialcamaraderie and friendship, endorphins and accomplishment, and the chance to challenge your personal limits. Whether its you first 5K or your fiftieth, we invite you to join us to celebrate The Big Run at Waterfront Park on Wednesday, June 5 at 6:30 pm. The race will be managed and timed by River City Races, with awards and prizes for top finishers. Additionally, all finishers will receive a finisher's medal and a participant T-shirt (shirts guaranteed for everyone who registers by May 17)!
At 6:00 pm, we invite all kids to join us for a short Kids Dash untimed fun dash run/walk taking place at the Start/Finish. This is free for children and all participants get a finisher's medal!
We are excited to once again partner with Girls on the Run Kentuckiana [https://www.gotrkentuckiana.org/#]. Through the registration process, you'll have the opportunity to donate to this local organization that works to inspire all girls to build their confidence, kindness and decision making skills.
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At 6:00 pm, we invite all kids to join us for a short Kids Dash untimed fun dash run/walk taking place at the Start/Finish. This is free for children and all participants get a finisher's medal!
We are excited to once again partner with Girls on the Run Kentuckiana [https://www.gotrkentuckiana.org/#]. Through the registration process, you'll have the opportunity to donate to this local organization that works to inspire all girls to build their confidence, kindness and decision making skills.
Stay connected:
* Find community at your local Fleet Feet [https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/louisville/]
* Sign up for our newsletters and join the Fleet Feet Rewards Program [https://www.fleetfeet.com/rewards] and Strava Club [https://www.strava.com/clubs/fleet-feet-run-club]
* Follow Fleet Feet Louisville on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/FleetFeetLouisville] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/fleetfeetlouisville/], and subscribe to our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC029CQxPO_w-ENYRuhK1Q_g]
Races
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The Big Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Wed 4th June 2025 (6:30PM EDT)
$32.80
IN-PERSON FUN RUN EVENT DETAILS The in-person The Big Run run/walk will take place on Global Running Day, June 5, at The Big Four Lawn. The course distance is a 5k and the run/walk begins at 6:30pm. -
The Big Run Kids Dash
Wed 4th June 2025 (6:00PM EDT)
Free
At 6:00 pm, we invite all kids to join us for a short Kids Dash untimed fun dash run/walk taking place at the Start/Finish. This is free for children and all participants get a finisher's medal!
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