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Run Morehead 5K

Date:
Fri, Jul 03, 2026 at 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM
Location:
East Wilkinson Boulevard
Morehead, Kentucky
40351
United States
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Links:
morehead-ky.gov Register at runsignup.com
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3.1 Miles 5k Run Virtual Walk

Run Morehead 5K

6th Annual | Friday, July 3, 2026

Downtown Morehead, Kentucky

The 6th Annual Run Morehead 5K returns to downtown Morehead on Friday, July 3, 2026, bringing runners, walkers, families and the community together for an evening focused on movement and connection.

Run Morehead is a welcoming, all-ages event designed for participants of every pace and experience level. Whether you’re running for a personal best, walking with friends, or joining for the first time, this event is about showing up and being part of something local and meaningful.

Event Details

Date: Friday, July 3, 2026

Race Time: 6 p.m.

Location: Downtown Morehead, KY

Distance: 5K

Participants: Runners and walkers of all ages. Strollers and dogs on fixed length leashes are welcome too. All participants will receive a finisher medal and race shirt.

Course: Downtown route through the heart of Morehead

Race Fun: Music, food, photos and more will happen before and after the race.

Registration

Registration opens March 1, 2026

Early registration is encouraged. Participants who register by the shirt deadline will be guaranteed an official Run Morehead event shirt. Shirts will be cotton unisex, sizes available Adult XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL | Youth S, M, L.

Why Run Morehead?

  • A closed scenic course through downtown

  • Open to runners and walkers of all levels, virtual participation is available

  • Family-friendly atmosphere with food and fun

  • Free race photos, commemorative race shirt and finisher’s medal

  • A growing local tradition, now in its 6th year

  • Social Teams to expand your race experience

  • Chip Timing by RaceRise

Proceeds from Run Morehead benefit the Shop With A Cop program. A heartwarming program where our local officers take children shopping for holiday gifts.

Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in the following age groups:

0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 +

Packet Pickup: Day before Thursday, July 2 -5-7 p.m. at Morehead Police Department 309 W. Main St. across from Walgreens.

Day of Friday, July 3 - 4:30-5:45 p.m. at Battson-Oates Entertainment Area.

*Picking up for family/friends is encouraged with no credentials, paperwork or ID's necessary.

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