6 running events in Pulaski County, Kentucky
From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
Pulaski County
6 events in Pulaski County-
Sat, Mar 21, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Join us for the Lucky O’Possum, a spring trail run set in the scenic Pulaski County Park along the shores of beautiful Lake Cumberland! This exciting event offers three race distances—5K, 10K, and Half Marathon—all winding through wooded trails, rolling hills, and picturesque creek views.
Runners of all levels can test their endurance on well-marked trails while enjoying the crisp spring air and the camaraderie of fellow trail enthusiasts. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just out to have fun, you’ll feel the luck of the opossum on your side!
Join us for an unforgettable trail run, soak in the beauty of Lake Cumberland, and enjoy a challenging yet rewarding race with great camaraderie, post-run refreshments, and of course, awesome finisher medals featuring our favorite opossum!
Are you ready to hit the trails? Sign up today and run wild with us!
More Details Here: https://vindura.fit/events/luckyopossum/
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Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Burnside Bunny Hop 5K
Come walk or run in The Burnside Bunny Hop 5K course that includes the beautiful scenery along the lake line of Lake Cumberland from Burnside School to the roadside park and back.
All proceeds benefit Burnside Elementary BETA Club. Come out and Support these Kids!
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 11:59 PMSee full details
Somerset Area XC Programs and Phoenix Wellness present The COOL RUN 5K at MIDNIGHT.
The Race will be held in beautiful Downtown Somerset on an out and back course that is the fastest course in Somerset so come and run your personal best time in 2025.
Early Registration: Register by June 6 to be guaranteed a T-shirt.
Early Packet Pick-up: June 20 at location TBD
Race Day Registration & Packet Pick-up: Registration begins at 10:30 pm in front of the Judicial Center in Downtown Somerset on FRIDAY, JUNE 20.
Price: $20 through June 15; $25 on race day.
Walkers Welcome! We encourage all those interested in fitness to participate.
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
Top 3 in each age division
Top 3 Teams
AGE GROUPS:
10 & UNDER, 11-14, 15 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 - 69, 70 & Over
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Sat, Aug 22, 2026 at 6:00 PMSee full details
Set on the stunning, shadow-laced trails of Pulaski County Park, this event began as a humble 15K night run—and has since evolved into a full-blown evening of epic adventure. Choose your own path: take on the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon—or go full beast mode and conquer all three in the 36KM Stage Race. Whether you’re chasing the sunset or racing through the dark like a creature of the night, this is your chance to craft your own legend.
More Details Here: https://vindura.fit/events/sweatyhooters/
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Thu, Nov 26, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
Join Phoenix Wellness for a Thanksgiving Day tradition! We’re excited to continue the Annual Pilgrimage in the Park 5K Trail Run on Thursday, November 26th at 8:00 AM at Pulaski Park in Nancy, Kentucky. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. Come enjoy one of the best views of Lake Cumberland while running on scenic new trails—and make a little room for those Thanksgiving calories!
Race Day Registration will be $30
To be guaranteed a race shirt you must be registered by 11/10 at 11:59 pm.
Awards
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
Top 3 in Age Groups
Team Divisions
Fastest Church, Family, Corporate & Friends
Age Divisions
The age divisions will be as follows – 10 & Under; 11-14; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; and 70 and Over.
You will register in the age division according to your age on December 31, 2025. For example, if your birthday is 12/30 and you will be 30 years old on that day, you will register for the 30-39 age division even though you were 29 for most of the year.
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Sun, Dec 13, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Welcome to the annual Jingle Bell Run! A 5K race through the beautiful Christmas Island light display on General Burnside Island State Park. The race will be at 9:30 pm on December 14th. We will host a costume contest for individuals and teams. Bring us your best Santa’s Sleigh or Reindeer Team and join the fun! We look forward to seeing you there!