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11 walking events in Bowling Green, Kentucky

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find walking events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

  • Share The Love 5K Run/Walk [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Feb 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Share the Love 5K Presented By: Bowling Green Running Club

    Love is in the air… and on the trail!

    Join the Bowling Green Running Club on Valentine’s Day 2026 for a heartwarming morning of fitness and...

    Share the Love 5K Presented By: Bowling Green Running Club

    Love is in the air… and on the trail!

    Join the Bowling Green Running Club on Valentine’s Day 2026 for a heartwarming morning of fitness and community. Whether you are running with a sweetheart, walking with your best friend, or flying solo to beat your personal best, we want you to come "Share the Love" with us.

    ❤️ The Course There is no better place to run on Valentine's Day than Lovers Lane! Participants will enjoy a simple, flat course consisting of almost two laps on the gravel loop around the Lovers Lane Soccer Complex. It is a beginner-friendly terrain perfect for runners and walkers of all paces.

    ❤️ The Cause This isn't just about burning off those chocolate calories; it's about hearts helping hearts. Each year, we support a different local charity. We are proud to announce that 100% of the proceeds from this event will benefit Glory Baby Ministry.

    Come dressed in your best pink, red, or cupid attire and start your holiday with miles that matter!

    ❤️ Event Details:

    Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026

    Location: Lovers Lane Soccer Complex (Gravel Loop)

    Distances: 5K Run/Walk

    Theme: Valentine's Day Spirit

    ❤️ Proceeds from this year's event will benefit Glory Baby Ministry.

    Glory Baby Ministry, located in Bowling Green, KY, Glory Baby Ministry specializes in making packages for families grieving through a miscarriage, stillbirth, or early infant loss. Glory Baby Ministry ships packages world-wide.

    To learn more about Glory Baby Ministry, how to donate or get involved, please visit www.glorybabyministry.org

    ❤️Important Info

    Shirts are not included in race registration, but can be added to your registration at an additional cost. Shirts are available for order until Jan 28 2026

    Participants MUST check in the morning of the race before proceeding to start line.

    Runners and Walkers of all abilities are welcome.

    No Dogs or Strollers Allowed.

    Event Schedule

    7:30am - Volunteer Check-in

    8:00am-8:45am - Participant Check-in and Race Day Registration

    8:45am- Opening Remarks

    9:00am - Race Start

    10:30am - Awards Ceremony

    Awards for Overall Male and Female and 1st, 2nd and 3rd in 5 year age groups.

    14 and Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69,

    70 and Over

    Our goal is to present a great community event with a mission of Sharing the Love of Running in

    order to Share the Love with Others.

    We hope that you will join us and help make a difference!

    5k Run Walk

    385 Lovers Lane, Bowling Green, Kentucky, 42103, United States
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  • Hightail'n for Hadley Jo [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 07, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Our Annual Hightail'n for Hadley Jo 5K/1 Mile Fun Run will be at Chaney's Dairy Barn on March 7, 2026 Our mission remains the same - raise awareness and funds to support finding a treatment for...

    Our Annual Hightail'n for Hadley Jo 5K/1 Mile Fun Run will be at Chaney's Dairy Barn on March 7, 2026 Our mission remains the same - raise awareness and funds to support finding a treatment for Hereditary Motor and Sensory Neuropathy, Type VIB which effects the SLC24A46 gene.

    We want to thank our sponsors:

    Bowling Green Running Club

    Chaney's Dairy Barn

    Registration Fees:

    • 5K Run $25.00

    • Fun Run/Walk $15.00

    Registration fees will increase by $5.00 after February 15th.

    Register by February 15th to receive a race t-shirt.

    5K Awards will be given in the following categories:

    • Top Overall Male

    • Top Overall Female

    • Top Overall Masters Male (40-49 years old)

    • Top Overall Masters Female (40-49 years old)

    • Top Overall Grandmasters Male (50-59 years old)

    • Top Overall Grandmasters Female (50-59 years old)

    • Top Overall Great Grandmasters Male (60 and up)

    • Top Overall Great Grandmasters Female (60 and up)

    *If someone is in one of these categories they can not win a medal in the age brackets.

    Age Brackets Male AND Female

    • Under 10

    • 10-14

    • 15-19

    • 20-24

    • 25-29

    • 30-34

    • 35-39

    • 40-44

    • 45-49

    • 50-54

    • 55-59

    • 60-64

    • 65 and up

    Thanks to each and everyone for your support!!

    5k Fun Run Run Walk

    9222 Nashville Rd, Bowling Green, Kentucky, 42101, United States
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  • Family Enrichment Center's Run & Walk for Children [fecbg.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM

    Description

    Traditionally held on the last Saturday in March to mark the kick-off of Child Abuse Prevention Month, the German American Bank Run & Walk for Children, hosted by Family Enrichment Center, features a...

    Traditionally held on the last Saturday in March to mark the kick-off of Child Abuse Prevention Month, the German American Bank Run & Walk for Children, hosted by Family Enrichment Center, features a half marathon, 5k run, and 5k fun walk. The Friday evening before the race, participants and families are invited to join us for a festive Family Expo and Pasta Party during packet pick-up, followed by our free kids’ one-mile Glow Run. This year marks the event’s 30th Anniversary, and we’re celebrating in style by throwin’ it back to the 90s with all your favorite songs, movies, and of course, the iconic green SLIME!

    Registration

    Registration opens December 1, 2025!

    Half Marathon and 5K Run participants are eligible for age-category awards and be chip-timed by Bluegrass Timing. Registration fees include a long-sleeve, Sport-Tek race shirt, finisher's medal, a Pasta Party meal ticket, and pre/post race snacks. 5K Walk participants receive a finisher's medal and a poly/cotton blend race shirt, and a Pasta Party Meal ticket. The Kids One Mile Glow Run is free for children age 12 and under. The first 200 registrations will receive a long-sleeve Glow Run shirt and a finisher's tag.

    Refunds

    Race fees are NON-REFUNDABLE but may be transferred to another person and/or event.

    All event registrations, including duplicate registrations, are final. No refunds will be issued. We understand plans change. If you are no longer able to participate and cannot transfer to another individual, reach out to us for a donation receipt for your registration total.

    Transfers / Deferrals

    Transfers to a different race or a different individual can be completed by the registrant in their RunSignUp race dashboard. An additional fee may apply if the a higher race category is selected. The last date to submit a category or participant transfer is Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

    Schedule of Events

    Friday, March 27th: 5-7 PM

    1. Packet Pick-up

    2. Family Matters Expo

    3. Pasta/Pizza Party

    4. Kids One-Mile GLOW RUN (Starts at 7 PM)

    Saturday, March 28th: 8-11 AM

    Roads into the park close at 7:45AM!

    1. Half Marathon (8 AM)

    2. 5K Run (8:15 AM)

    3. 5K Fun Walk (8:15 AM)

    1 Miles 3.1 Miles 13.1 Miles Run Walk

    Bowling Green, Kentucky, 42101, United States
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