The Olmsted 5K at Shawnee Park
- Date Sat 10th May 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Louisville, Kentucky
- Price $39.95
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for an exhilarating day at The Olmsted 5K at Shawnee Park on Saturday, May 10, 2025, in the heart of Louisville, Jefferson. This vibrant event invites runners and walkers of all skill levels to traverse a scenic 5K course, surrounded by the lush greenery and historic beauty of Shawnee Park, designed by the renowned Frederick Law Olmsted.
Participants can look forward to chip timing for accurate race results, with exciting prizes awarded to the top overall male and female finishers. Every registered participant will receive a memorable T-shirt, and the post-race festivities promise refreshments and a fun community atmosphere. But the excitement doesn’t stop there! After the 5K, stick around to experience the thrill of the Derby City Omnium, where competitive cyclists will showcase their speed and skill in exhilarating circuit races. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to be part of a community-focused celebration of fitness and sport!
Participants can look forward to chip timing for accurate race results, with exciting prizes awarded to the top overall male and female finishers. Every registered participant will receive a memorable T-shirt, and the post-race festivities promise refreshments and a fun community atmosphere. But the excitement doesn’t stop there! After the 5K, stick around to experience the thrill of the Derby City Omnium, where competitive cyclists will showcase their speed and skill in exhilarating circuit races. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to be part of a community-focused celebration of fitness and sport!
Organiser's Description
Get ready to run through one of Louisville's most historic parks! The Olmsted 5K at Shawnee Park is an exciting race for all levels of runners and walkers, set against the scenic backdrop of Shawnee Park, designed by the legendary landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. Enjoy a beautiful course that highlights the lush green spaces, tree-lined paths, and scenic views of the Ohio River that Shawnee has to offer.
This race is a proud part of the Derby City Omnium weekend an action-packed celebration of cycling and fitness in Louisville! After the 5K, stick around to cheer on the competitive cyclists as they battle for position at high speed in thrilling circuit races. Its a great opportunity to see athletes from all disciplines come together for an unforgettable day of sports and community spirit.
* 5K run/walk for all skill levels
* Scenic route through Shawnee Park
* Chip timing for accurate race results
* Prizes for top overall male and female finishers
* T-shirts for all registered participants
* Post-race refreshments and fun community atmosphere
* Enjoy the Derby City Omnium bike races after the 5K and watch the riders in action!
This race is a proud part of the Derby City Omnium weekend an action-packed celebration of cycling and fitness in Louisville! After the 5K, stick around to cheer on the competitive cyclists as they battle for position at high speed in thrilling circuit races. Its a great opportunity to see athletes from all disciplines come together for an unforgettable day of sports and community spirit.
* 5K run/walk for all skill levels
* Scenic route through Shawnee Park
* Chip timing for accurate race results
* Prizes for top overall male and female finishers
* T-shirts for all registered participants
* Post-race refreshments and fun community atmosphere
* Enjoy the Derby City Omnium bike races after the 5K and watch the riders in action!
The Olmsted 5K at Shawnee Park