11 running events in Owensboro, Kentucky

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

• Owensboro Memorial Day Run To Remember [runsignup.com]
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  Mon, May 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Owensboro Memorial Day Run to Remember

  To honor and remember the sacrifice of the thousands of Americans who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom while serving in our Armed Forces....

  Owensboro Memorial Day Run to Remember

  To honor and remember the sacrifice of the thousands of Americans who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom while serving in our Armed Forces.

  Participation Options

  5K / Memorial Walk

  $30 / T-Shirt Included

  AGE CATEGORIES

  5K Overall Male

  5K Overal Female

  10 and under

  13 and under

  14-19

  20-29

  30-39

  40-49

  50-59

  60-69

  70 and over

  Kids Fun Run for Little Warriors -- $5

  Ages 10 and under

  Participation Medals

  Timeline:

  7:00 AM. Day of Registration

  7:45 AM Pre-race Warm Up and Stretch

  8:00 AM Opening Ceremonies

  8:30 AM Runners take their mark

  8:35 AM Walkers and V.E.T. Ruck follow with the American Flag down Veterans Blvd to the VFW Post 696

  9:30 AM Fun Run for Little Warriors

  This event is being held in connection with the Veterans Empowered Together 10 Mile Ruck March with combined opening ceremonies.

  Ruck Marchers will assist with carrying the American Flag down Veterans Blvd and then peel off to at Frederica Street.

  Proceeds to benefit the Brandon Scott Mullins Memorial Foundation and Veterans Empowered Together.

  Sponsored by Owensboro Health.

  1 Miles 5k Run

  Owensboro, Kentucky, 42302, United States
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• Run to Remember 5K - Run, Ruck, Walk [runsignup.com]
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  Mon, May 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  This unique and powerful event welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to come together in remembrance and unity. Whether you choose to run for a personal goal, ruck in...

  This unique and powerful event welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to come together in remembrance and unity. Whether you choose to run for a personal goal, ruck in tribute carrying weight in honor of a fallen hero, or walk alongside family and friends, every step taken helps carry forward the legacy of our fallen heroes.

  Proceeds from the event benefit SHE's the V.E.T., a nonprofit organization committed to empowering and supporting female veterans through advocacy, resources, and community connection. By participating, you not only honor those we have lost, but also stand in support of women who have served and continue to serve.

  Lace up. Shoulder the weight. Walk with intention. Run to Remember — because freedom is never free.

  1 Miles 5k Run Walk

  311 West Veterans Boulevard, Owensboro, Kentucky, 42301, United States
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• Strides4CMV- Running for Ruth [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  My Story:

  Madison and James Wells, tragically lost their infant daughter, Ruth, in June 2024 at just seven months old due to congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV), a common but often overlooked virus that...

  My Story:

  Madison and James Wells, tragically lost their infant daughter, Ruth, in June 2024 at just seven months old due to congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV), a common but often overlooked virus that can have devastating effects on newborns. Despite a lengthy and courageous battle, her sweet girl passed away, leaving behind a legacy of strength, love, and resilience.

  In her daughter’s memory, Madison ran the 2025 New York City Marathon as a charity runner for the National CMV Foundation. As part of this incredible journey, we are again organizing a Memorial 5K Run/Walk on June 20, 2026, in Owensboro, Kentucky in partnership with Strides 4 CMV during CMV awareness month, to raise awareness and critical funds to support CMV research, education, and prevention efforts.

  Madison completed her marathon last year in 5:29:26 with a average pace of 12:34.

  Start Time:

  8 AM (Central Time)

  Location:

  Adkisson Greenbelt Park West Trail

  Parking at Joe Ford Nature Park – 3870 West 2nd Street Owensboro, KY 42301

  and GRADD 300 Gradd Way, Owensboro, KY 42301

  This is an out and back race on the paved Greenbelt starting at the Joe Ford Nature Center with the turn around point at 5th Street and Carter Avenue crossing.

  Price:

  $25 Must register by 5/31 to guarantee a race shirt

  $30 on race day (cash or check only on race day)

  No guarantee on shirts for race day registration or after 5/31

  Pre-Packet Pick Up:

  Friday, June 19th 2-6pm

  Terry’s Tees

  1359 E 4th St, Owensboro, KY 42303

  Race Day Check-In/ Registration:

  Saturday, June 20th 7-7:30am at the Joe Ford Nature Park

  Awards:

  Overall Top Male and Female - Gift Card to Legends- Outfitters of Active People

  Top 3 Male & Female in each age group below:

  1-12, 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-99

  3.1 Miles Run Trail Walk

  3870 West 2nd Street, Owensboro, Kentucky, 42301, United States
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• MLK Dreamer's Dash 5k [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Aug 22, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  This 5k Run/Walk will honor the work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and support the Owensboro Human Relations Commission in its efforts to strengthen and unify the Owensboro community by advancing equality, inclusion, and belonging for its diverse peoples through advocacy, education, empowerment, and accountability.

  5k Run Walk

  Owensboro, Kentucky, 42303, United States
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• Superhero 5K, Kids Fun Run & Walk [owensborohealth.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  The 2025 Superhero 5K, Kids Fun Run & Walk, hosted by Owensboro Health Foundation and Owensboro Health Healthpark, is a community event designed to honor Superhero Cancer Survivors and raise funds...

  The 2025 Superhero 5K, Kids Fun Run & Walk, hosted by Owensboro Health Foundation and Owensboro Health Healthpark, is a community event designed to honor Superhero Cancer Survivors and raise funds for the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center. Proceeds will provide assistance, support, and resources for patients.

  How to Participate and Support the Cause

  1. Register for an Event: You can participate in one or more of the following events:

  5K Race:

  • $30 early bird entry fee by Aug. 31

  • $40 after Sept. 1

  • Registration is completed on THIS site.

  Kids Fun Run:

  • $10 per child

  • The first 200 kids registered receive a medal and t-shirt.

  • Registration can be completed at www.OwensboroHealth.org/Superheroes.

  Superhero Walk:

  • Cancer Survivors can participate in the walk for FREE! A team event honoring our superhero survivors!

  • Entry fees are $30 per person.

  • There is no limit to the number of members per team. Teams may participate in honor or in memory of loved ones, co-workers, or friends.

  • Each lap of the walk has symbolic meaning: The first lap will be in honor of cancer survivors, the second lap will be in honor of caregivers, and the third lap will pay tribute to those we have lost. Survivors will be honored at the walk.

  • Registration can be completed at www.OwensboroHealth.org/Superheroes.

  Important Dates

  · Registration Opens: July 22

  · Event: Saturday, September 27th

  · Guaranteed Shirt Deadline: Register by Monday, Sept. 8

  · Online Registration Deadline: Thursday, Sept. 24 at 5:00 p.m. for all events

  · In-Person Registration (Sept. 27):

  • 7:00 - 7:30 a.m. for the 5K Race

  • 7:30 - 8:45 a.m. for the Kids Fun Run

  • 8:45-9:45 a.m. for the Superhero Walk

  Schedule of Events

  SHIRTS NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 9/8/2025

  · Date: Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025

  · Location: Owensboro Health Healthpark

  · Schedule:

  • 8 a.m. – 5K Race

  • 9:15 a.m. – Kids Fun Run

  • 9:45 a.m. (approx.) – Awards for 5K Race and Kids Fun Run prize drawings, Opening Ceremonies for Superhero Walk and Survivor Parade

  • 10 a.m. – Start of Superhero Walk

  • 8 to 11 a.m. – Music, Food, Kids’ Activities & Games, Superheroes!

  · Other Activities: Music, food, kids' activities & games, and Superheroes will be present from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Participants are encouraged to dress as their favorite Superhero.

  · Awards: Prizes will be awarded for each event, as well as for the top fundraising individual and team.

  · Participant Benefits: All registered participants will enjoy music, children’s activities, food and beverages and more!

  The Kids Fun Run (1/2 mile) is $10 but medals are limited to the first 200 kids. Must be registered by September 8th, 2025 to be guaranteed a Kids Fun Run Participant Shirt. Advanced online registration is required to participate. Kids Fun Run participants will receive a T-shirt, a finisher's medal and have the opportunity to be placed in our prize drawings.

  Please join us for the Superhero Walk supporting our cancer survivors!

  Superhero Walk Check-In - 8:45-9:45 a.m.

  Superhero Ceremony begins at 9:45 a.m. with the walk starting at 10:00 a.m.

  Gather a team of participants to support a family member, co-worker, or friend. Dress up as your favorite Superhero! Teams can walk in honor or in memory of a loved one, and cancer survivors will be honored at the event. $30 per team member (cancer survivors participate for free). It is not required, but teams are asked to raise funds to support the cancer center.

  Become a fundraiser to help ease the burden of a cancer diagnosis for those in need. You can set up your own personal online fundraising campaign to support Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center by visiting www.OwensboroHealth.org/Superheroes.

  Packet Pick Up:

  Owensboro Healthpark

  1006 Ford Ave

  Owensboro, KY 42303 US

  Early Packet Pickup Date & Time:

  September 26th, 2025 11:00 am-1:00 pm

  September 26th, 2025 4:00 pm-6:00 pm

  Race Day Packet Pickup Time

  7:00am CDT - 7:30am CDT

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  Race Packet Pick-up Dates & Times in the Healthpark Lobby

  September 26th:

  11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

  4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

  Saturday, September 27th, 2025:

  5K Packet pick up: 7:00 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

  Kids' Fun Run: 7:30 - 8:45 a.m.

  Survivor Walk/Team Check-In: 8:45 a.m.- 9:45 a.m.

  5K Race Awards will be given to 1st and 2nd place Male and 1st and 2nd place Female in the age categories listed below. The overall Male and Female winners will be pulled from their age category and awarded separately.

  14 and under

  15 – 19

  20-29

  30-39

  40-49

  50-59

  60-69

  70-79

  80+

  5k Fun Run Kids Run Walk

  Frederica Street, Owensboro, Kentucky, 42301, United States
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• RYR Endurance Race Weekend [ryrenduranceteam.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Nov 14, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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  RYR Endurance Team is excited to once again host the RYR Endurance Race Weekend in Owensboro, KY. The weekend will offer a marathon on both Saturday and Sunday. Both marathons will be on the same...

  RYR Endurance Team is excited to once again host the RYR Endurance Race Weekend in Owensboro, KY. The weekend will offer a marathon on both Saturday and Sunday. Both marathons will be on the same USATF-certified course and are Boston Qualifiers. The Saturday race is designed for those who want to complete the marathon but aren't concerned with BQ qualifying times. This race will be open to more athletes and other races will run concurrently. The Sunday marathon is designed for those athletes desiring a personal best or trying to BQ. NO other races will be run during the competitive Sunday marathon. Registration for this race will be limited. For all races, there will be tables set up for athletes to stage their individual nutrition needs. RYR Endurance Team will also host a 5K, half marathon, and 50K on Saturday and a 10K on Sunday.

  The courses for all races are on a scenic, asphalt greenway, offering shade and a couple of small lake views. Each race is a multi-loop course making it very spectator friendly and easy to navigate. The course is fast and flat! The start and finish are at Horse Fork Creek Park with a playground and soccer fields.

  3.1 Miles 6.2 Miles 9.3 Miles 13.1 Miles 26.2 Miles 50k Run

  3005 Fairview Drive, Owensboro, Kentucky, 42303, United States
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