2 running events in Covington, Kentucky
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2 events in Covington-
Wed, Apr 01, 2026 at 5:30 PMSee full details
On April 1st at 5pm the inaugural Kenton Rotary 0.5K will be held at Braxton Brewery in Covington. At the 5:30 start time all the participants will walk a half a kilometer (0.5K) around the block. To make sure all our participants have enough energy to make it to the finish line, each one will be given a “special cannoli” from Del Gardo’s. When they cross the finish line everyone will go to The Loft on the second floor where they will be able to get a post-race adult beverage ((21 and up, soft drink for the littles) that is included in the registration. A special prize will go to the winner of the race. Is it 1st place? Last place? Who’s to know? It is April Fool’s Day after all.
Participants will receive a t-shirt, wristband for attendance, a drink ticket, and light hors d'oeuvres after the “race”. Proceeds raise from this event will go towards the Rotary Club of Kenton County’s commitment to send military veterans and guardians to Washington D.C. for a tour of the memorials with Tri-state Honor Flight. Register by March 15 to ensure your tshirt size.
Please consider becoming a race sponsor for this event. Contact Greg Corwin at (513) 404-6133 for more information
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Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 9:30 AMSee full details
This is a Chip Timed event!
Thrive 5K is a community-action event in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, supporting all survivors and taking a stand against violence in the Northern Kentucky and greater Cincinnati area. This will take place on October 3, 2026, this event is designed to bring people together in the spirit of promoting healthy relationships and ending domestic abuse.
Participants can expect a fun-filled morning of walking, running, and cheering on others as they complete the 5K course (Race course updated in 2026) in the beautiful Devou Park. With each step, runners and walkers will be making a statement in support of those affected by domestic violence, showing that the community stands with them and is committed to creating a safer, healthier for all. A Community fair will be at the start of the race where people can talk to members of the Thrive Community about the many classes offered at Thrive Empowerment Center along with connecting with local resources offered at ION Center and many more.
The Thrive 5K is a community-action event in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, supporting all survivors and taking a stand against violence in our area.
Join us on October 3, 2026, to take part in this powerful event.
Race registration fees go toward supporting the event; any remaining money will support our Community Fund, which makes it possible for Thrive to provide empowerment programs at no cost to clients of the ION Center for Violence Prevention in Northern Kentucky and others throughout our community.
The categories this year are as follows:
Runner - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winner receive a price in Male, Female, and Non-Binary
Walkers - 1st place for Male, Female, and Non-Binary
Age groups will be as follows: 12-under, 13-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
If you prefer not to run/walk, you can donate directly by clicking the DONATE button or give to Thrive Community Fund through our Sponsor a Warrior program.
T-shirt is only guaranteed if you sign up by 9/17/26. After 9/18/26 it's while supplies last
Strollers are welcome. Please no dogs.
This event is Rain or Shine.