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Head for the Hills - Festivus 5k and 10k

Date:
Sat, Aug 15, 2026 at 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Location:
111 Hill Street
Burkesville, Kentucky
42717
United States
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Links:
riverfestivus.com Register at runsignup.com
Tags:
10k 5k Run

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Head for the Hills - Festivus 5K & 10K πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

Part of the annual River Festivus celebration in Burkesville, Kentucky, this scenic race takes you up, down, and around Alpine Hill, offering stunning views of the Cumberland River Valley and the City of Burkesville.

πŸ—“ Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026

⏰ Start Time: 8:00 AM CST

πŸ“ Check-In/Registration: Opens at 7:30 AM at the Cumberland County Welcome Center, 111 Hill Street, Burkesville, KY

πŸ’² Registration Fee: $30

πŸ‘• Optional River Festivus T-shirts available for purchase on race day

Whether you're aiming for your best time yet or just want to enjoy a festive run with a view, this is a must-do event during River Festivus!

πŸ“ž For questions, contact Dr. Elijah Wilson at elijah.wilson@uky.edu or call (270) 433-7700.

🌐 Learn more at www.riverfestivus.com

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