Heatwave Half Marathon - Louisville

First we run, then we eat ice cream!

Join us on Tuesday, July 14th for this fun 5k. The race starts at 6:30 p.m. near the Iroquois Amphitheater. We recommend getting there early to allow plenty of time for parking and check-in. This family friendly community event brought to you by the Iroquois Hill Runners provides the perfect opportunity to come out and attempt your first 5K or put your yourself to the test and break a PR. The rolling course around the base of Iroquois Park is full of ample beauty to enjoy while avoiding the hustle and bustle of traffic.

DID SOMEBODY SAY Ice Cream?

YES! Iroquois Hill Runners will be providing Ice Cream to all of those who join us. What a great way to cool down after a warm summer race. Sign up, Run and Stay to hang out with the community and socialize for a while.

Packet Pick-Up

Packet pick-up will be on-site prior to the race start. We will be setup about 5 PM to Check-in participants and assists with race day registrations. We do ask that if at all possible, please register early or on your phone to save time in line for race day registration.

Parking

Iroquois Park has ample parking at the amphitheater and playground to accommodate everyone. PLEASE DO NOT park on the grass.

Course Description

Starting near the Iroquois Park Amphitheater the race rides the rolling hills at the base of Iroquois Park finishing next to the Amphitheater parking lot.

Stay Hydrated & Stay Safe

Summer weather can get a bit warm in Louisville. Be sure to hydrate well before, during and after the race. We will have bottled water available at the finish line.

Check out upcoming events:

IHR Midnight Hill Climb: 7/24/2026

IHR Toys for Tots Poker Run: 08/11/2026

IHR Thanksgiving Day Run: 11/26/2026

Night owls, come light up the night! This 6K run lines up at 11:59 PM (Friday Night) and the race starts at Midnight Saturday morning near the gate at Uppill Road. Bring your glow sticks and lights to add to the festivities. We will have a glow in the dark arch at the start / finish and MoonPies as a treat after your cross the line.

Course Description

The course continues up Rundill road hill, then circles around Iroquois Park Road and Toppill Road before coming back down the hill. Every mile will get easier!

Note: Every runner is REQUIRED to have a headlamp or flashlight for your and other participants safety.

No Race Day Registration

Since it will be dark at the race start time, there will be NO registration at the race. That said, you CAN absolutely register on your phone from the car or as your walk up to check-in ;)

NEW Swag!

This year's participants will receive a GLOW in the DARK 2026 Midnight Hill Climb pin. If you are running the other Summer Series races, you will not want to miss out on this special pin to go with the rest of the collector pin series!

Join us on Tuesday, August 11th for this fun 5k. The race starts at 6:30 p.m. near the Iroquois Amphitheater. We recommend getting there early to allow plenty of time for parking and check-in. This family friendly community event brought to you by the Iroquois Hill Runners provides the perfect opportunity to come out and attempt your first 5K or put your yourself to the test and break a PR. The rolling course around the base of Iroquois Park is full of ample beauty to enjoy while avoiding the hustle and bustle of traffic.

This is a DONATION based entry event!

Please bring an unopened toy or monetary donation for Toys for Tots as your registration fee. After the run, stay to see if your poker hand is a big winner. Plus many door prizes!

Packet Pick-Up

Packet pick-up will be on-site prior to the race start. We will be setup about 5 PM to Check-in participants and assists with race day registrations. We do ask that if at all possible, please register early or on your phone to save time in line for race day registration.

Parking

Iroquois Park has ample parking at the amphitheater and playground to accommodate everyone. PLEASE DO NOT park on the grass.

Course Description

Starting near the Iroquois Park Amphitheater the race rides the rolling hills at the base of Iroquois Park finishing next to the Amphitheater parking lot.

Stay Hydrated & Stay Safe

Summer weather can get a bit warm in Louisville. Be sure to hydrate well before, during and after the race. We will have bottled water available at the finish line.

Finish 3 of the 4 races (In-person or Virtual) and receive a fun cryptid medal and series survivor shirt!

The Wolfman Race is the third in a series of trail runs through Louisville's beautiful parks. This is a seven mile run through the trails of Iroquois Park. We'll start near the amphitheater winding through Iroquois Park.

Wolfman / Dogman / Upright Walking Canid Cryptids while there are may names for these beasts, Kentucky has its fair share of reports and stories. The most well known is likely the Beast of LBL (Land Between the Lakes). Closer to Louisville we have the Beast of Bullitt County. Reports of sightings of these beasts come from across the state. Many describe the beast as around 7 Ft tall, with dog/werewolf type features, walking upright through the shadows. Some suggest this cryptid has roots to Shawnee shaman.

Awards

Each race will have awards for Overall Male / Female / Non-Binary Winners.

You will want to complete 3 of the 4 races either In-person or Virtually to earn your Cryptid Series Survivor Medal and Shirt!

Stay Hydrated & Stay Safe

This event is CUPLESS. Please bring your own water bottle, hydration pack, or cup.

Course Description

The Start/Finish line will be near the amphitheater.

See Course Map Below, Link to GPX file is here.

Packet Pick-Up

Packet pick-up will be on-site near pavilion prior to race start. Please plan to pick-up your race packet with enough time to allow for pinning your bib before race start.

T-Shirts

Shirts for this series are an optional add-on. This keeps the cost of the race reasonable for families. We will have a limited number of shirts available for sale on race day. If you know you want a shirt, please pre-order during registration.

Parking--ARRIVE EARLY & CARPOOL

We ask that you plan to arrive early for parking. Carpool as much as possible. We want to be respectful of the parks so we are able to have many more great events in the future. Carpooling is preferred to make space for everyone planning to participate. If you are planning to run with a friend, we encourage carpooling.

Water/Snacks

This event is CUPLESS. Please bring your own water bottle, hydration pack, or cup. Bottled Water will be available in limited supply. Water and pre packaged snacks will be available post race.

Virtual Option

If you plan to run any of the races virtually, sign up as in person and shoot us a quick email.

Louisville's Traditional Thanksgiving Day Run!

Events:

• 5 Mile Run/Walk (Course Preview)

• 5K with Stuffing Run/Walk (5K Preview)

• 1.25 Mile Run/Walk

Where:

• Iroquois Park

Start Times:

• 9:00 AM 5 Mile Run/Walk

• 9:05 AM 5K with stuffing

• 9:10 AM 1.25 Mile Run/Walk

*Please note the roadways are open allowing access to the golf course. Use the pedestrian path while on the back side of the park.

Awards and Prizes!

• Overall Male and Female Cash Prize (5 Miler Only)

• Age Group Awards - Top 3 (5 Miler Only)

• Oldest Female Runner Prize (5 Miler Only)

• Oldest Male Runner Prize (5 Miler Only)

• First Stroller Finisher (5 Miler Only)

• Costume Contest

• $1000 in random drawing prizes

*Prizes will be awarded 10:30AM at DJ Booth

(must be present to win)

Coffee, Hot Chocolate & Apple Cider

Costume Contest

Put your creativity to work and wear a costume. Turkeys, unicorns, pies and ugly sweaters welcome.

Race Swag

Each Entrant will receive a top-quality long sleeve shirt and entry in drawing.

Entry Fees

• $35 early sign up. Online before October 15th. Register by Oct 15th and pick up early to guarantee shirt size. We cannot guarantee shirt size for race day packet pickup.

• $40 after Oct 15th. Online before Nov 15th.

• $45 after Nov 15th . Online prior to the start of the race.

Packet Pickup

Packet pick up is Tuesday & Wednesday (November 25th & 26th) Thanksgiving week at Swag's South End Store. They are open 10 AM-7 PM. Swag's Sport Shoes south end location. Race Day pickup also available on site for those who can't make it out to Swag's, although early pickup is highly encouraged.

Race Day Packet Pickup

Race Day Packet Pickup will close 15 minutes before the 5 Miler start at 9:00 AM

Pets

Pets are allowed on the race course. For safety purposes, all pets must be leashed and runners with pets must start at the back of the runners and stay on the right side of the road.

Parking

There is limited parking available in the Iroquois Amphitheater Lot during the event. Please do not drive or park on grass areas in Iroquois Park.

Overflow parking is available in Colonial Gardens, 818 W Kenwood Dr, Louisville, KY 40214 and DeSales High School, 425 W Kenwood Dr, Louisville, KY 40214, which is a short walk to the Start and Finish Line.

Awards

• 5 Mile Run Awards

• Male/Female

• Overall cash award

• 1st $150, 2nd $100, 3rd $50

• All other Awards will be gift certificate’s to Swags:

• Awards can be picked up starting December 2nd – December 13th at Swags South Store.

• Age Group (3 deep Male/Female in 5 year brackets from 14 and under to 75 and older)

• 1st $20, 2nd $15, 3rd $10

• Eugene Baker Memorial Award: Oldest Male/Female Runner $50

• First Stroller $20 (must begin behind runners)

• No Awards for the 5K or 1.25 Mile Fun Run/Walk