IHR Poker Run

Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K!

A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family.

The fun includes –

• Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medal

• Chip-timing with live results and awards

• Free photos

• FREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool off

• Plenty of hot fun in the summer sun!

Grab your friends and family—you won’t want to miss this one!

Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

Youth-based pricing is available: ages 12 & under are only $17!

Half Marathon/10K/5K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

Kid’s Dash is a fun, untimed dash for ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specially crafted medal for our youngest runners! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash without swag, they’re welcome to run free on race day!)

Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

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!

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.

The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to honor the heroes of 9/11 and those who've served our nations since. We activate & unite communities and empower local veterans, active duty, first responders, and families of the fallen.

TMF is proud to partner with GORUCK again with rucking divisions at every run. Rucking is a sport based on special forces training in which participants walk or run while carrying weighted rucksacks. All participants registered for the GORUCK division will earn this year's exclusive TMF GORUCK patch. Learn more about GORUCK here.