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Date:
Sat, Mar 28, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Location:
Owensboro, Kentucky
42303
United States
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13.1 Miles 5k Half Marathon Run

New in 2026: The race will begin at 7:00 AM (Central Time), and the Half Marathon course time limit has been changed to 3 hours, 45 minutes.

The seventh annual Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K, presented by Owensboro Health, features a flat, fast course through Owensboro’s riverfront and historic downtown. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, tackling your first 13.1, or enjoying a 5K with friends or family, you’ll experience a professionally supported race while making a difference in your community!

Why We Race

The Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K is a community event that brings participants of all abilities together to promote inclusion. Hosted by Wendell Foster, the race raises funds and awareness to empower people with disabilities to live full and meaningful lives.

What to Expect

  • Flat, fast, scenic course

  • Full and partial road closures for safety

  • Aid stations along the route

  • Professionally chip-timed races

  • Finisher medals for all who complete the course

  • Prize money for top finishers in the Half Marathon and 5K

  • Age group awards for the Half Marathon and 5K

Key Details

  • The race will begin at 7:00 AM (Central Time)

  • Half Marathon time limit: 3 hours, 45 minutes

  • Participants must be 12 or older on race day to register for the Half Marathon or Push-Rim Divisions

  • No age restrictions apply to 5K, Steps Division, or Duo Team participants

Start your spring with purpose and join us on March 28, 2026, as we race toward a more inclusive community!

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