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Date:
Tue, Sep 29, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Location:
2 West Main Street
Taylorsville, Kentucky
40071
United States
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3.1 Miles 5k Fun Run Run Walk

Join Us for the Spencer County Octoberfest 5K on Tuesday, September 29,2026 on Main Street in Taylorsville, Kentucky

Race Start: 6:30 PM

Lace up your running—or walking—shoes and join us for a meaningful evening in the heart of Taylorsville! The Spencer County Octoberfest 5K Walk/Run is a family-friendly event open to all ages and fitness levels.

Why Participate?

All proceeds support Spencer County Special Olympics.

Event Details:

5K Registration:

$30 if registered by September 12

$35 through race morning

Includes a race t-shirt if registered by September 22!

Kids Fun Run (Ages 9 & Under) is just $15

Packet Pickup:

Sunday, Sept. 27 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM

Public Square: 18 E Main St, Taylorsville

Race Day (Tuesday, Sept. 29) | Starting at 5:00 PM

Awards:

Top 2 Overall Male & Female Finishers

Top Male & Female in the following age groups:

9 & Under (Fun Run participants not included in 5K awards)

10–14

15–19

20–24

25–29

30–34

35–39

40–44

45–49

50–54

55–59

60–64

65–69

70–74

75 & Over

Why You'll Love It:

Scenic evening route through historic downtown Taylorsville

Community celebration of support and resilience

DJ, good vibes, and a cause that truly matters

And you'll be supporting Spencer County Special Olympics!

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