Events in Richmond, Kentucky | 2026-2027

Healing in Motion 5K [runsignup.com]
Sat, Apr 04, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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JOIN US FOR OUR INAUGURAL 5K TO STAND UP TO SEXUAL VIOLENCE & SUPPORT SURVIVORS!

Saturday, 4/4/26 at 9am at White Hall Park in Richmond

Our race will be kicking off the nationally recognized Sexual...
JOIN US FOR OUR INAUGURAL 5K TO STAND UP TO SEXUAL VIOLENCE & SUPPORT SURVIVORS!

Saturday, 4/4/26 at 9am at White Hall Park in Richmond

Our race will be kicking off the nationally recognized Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month.

RACE FEATURES:
- Scenic course on paved trail surfaces
- Commemorative (unisex sized) T-shirts (soft poly/cotton)
- Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 10-year age divisions
- FREE Kid's Dash & Virtual Option
- Free Race Photos
- Convenient Race Day Packet Pickup at White Hall Park
- Timing by RaceRise
- Food/Fun/Fellowship for a great and worthy local cause!
100% of race proceeds and donations will support the Sexual Violence Resource Center of the Bluegrass SVRC is where education, advocacy, and support come together in the fight against sexual violence. SVRC’s mission is to be a beacon of hope and a force for change for survivors across the region we serve.

WE ARE DEDICATED TO:
- Empowering individuals
- Educating communities
- Advocating for prevention
SVRC provides free and confidential, trauma-informed services, including:
- 24-hour support and survivor advocacy
- Counseling and therapy
- Emotional support
- Medical accompaniment
- Police and court accompaniments
- Education and training
- Support groups
SVRC proudly serves a 17-county Bluegrass region, including: Fayette, Scott, Madison, Estill, Powell, Nicholas, Harrison, Lincoln, Boyle, Garrard, Mercer, Jessamine, Franklin, Woodford, Anderson and Clark

GET INVOLVED!

Organizations that want to set up a table at the race should contact Morgan Berger (mberger@svckentucky.org) or call/text 859/533-8925.
3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Virtual
Richmond, Kentucky, 40475, United States
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Run/Walk for Hope 5K [runsignup.com]
Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Description
RUN/WALK FOR HOPE 5K --- The Run/Walk for HOPE 5k is brought to you by Legacy of Hope Restored.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2026 at 10:00AM at White Hall Park in Richmond, Kentucky

100% of the race proceeds...
RUN/WALK FOR HOPE 5K --- The Run/Walk for HOPE 5k is brought to you by Legacy of Hope Restored.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2026 at 10:00AM at White Hall Park in Richmond, Kentucky

100% of the race proceeds will benefit Legacy of Hope Restored (LHR), a U.S. based nonprofit that works to feed, educate, and mentor the economically poor and marginalized through meaningful partnerships with schools and organizations in the communities they serve. They currently help support two programs that are empowering children and their families in Cartagena, Colombia and Mendoza, Argentina.
- In Cartagena, Colombia they started a tutoring program to help children falling behind in school get the help that they need to not only survive,but thrive.
- In Mendoza, Argentina they support an educational program that serves at-risk children and families. PEPE's provides educational support, basic needs, and a supportive community for the children and families in their community.
To find out more about Legacy of Hope Restored and the impact they're making, check out www.lhrestored.org!

For those who do not wish to or are not able to join us in person, we have a VIRTUAL OPTION. For a $30 donation, we will mail you your commemorative t-shirt so you can "Run/Walk for HOPE" on your own schedule.

KONA ICE KIDS COLOR RUN:

In addition to our 5K, we're offering a Color Run for those 5-12 years old! This event will be a 1K race. This race will not be professionally timed/tracked. The route will go around the lake where each runner will be splashed with color as music plays and people cheer them on. Walk or Run - goal is for everyone in the family to have a good time!! Plus, every child that participates will get Free Kona after the race.

RACE FEATURES:
- Scenic Course Through Historic White Hall
- Untimed Color Run for All Runners 12 and Under
- Free Kona for all Color Run Participants
- Commemorative Race T-Shirts (Men's, Women's, & Youth Sizes)
- Overall & Age Group Awards (5K)
- Award for Team with Most Members
- Race Timing provided by RaceRise
- Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography)
- Food, Fun, Music, Face Painting, and Fellowship
PACKET PICKUP & SWAG: 5K Registrant will receive a commemorative bib, custom race shirt, and custom finisher medal. We have scheduled our packet pickup on Race Day (Saturday, April 18th from 8:30-9:45 am at the Race Venue (White Hall Park (Pavilion)) in Richmond, KY.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE:

8:30 am: Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Begins (Registration is all done online!)

9:00 am: Kona Ice Kids Color Run 1K Start

10:00 am: 5k Run/Walk Start

11:00 am: 5k Awards Ceremony

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PARKING: Parking will be at the main White Hall Park parking lot. Please watch for signs and volunteers directing traffic. Packet pickup will be held in the park pavilion. We will have use of the park's indoor restrooms near the pavilion.

REFRESHMENTS: Kona Ice; Travelin' Tom's Coffee; Bert's SpeakCheezy

AWARDS: Awards will be given for Top 3 M/F Overall and for Top 3 M/F in the following age groups: (10-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
1k 5k Indoor Run Virtual Walk
Richmond, Kentucky, 40475, United States
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Kentucky Hands & Voices SuperHEARo 5K [runsignup.com]
Sat, May 16, 2026 at 12:00 AM

Description

Join us for the 9th annual SuperHEARo 5K on Saturday, May 16, 2026. The 5K (a timed event) will take place at 9:00am shortly followed by the 1.5 Mile Fun Run (non-timed event) at 9:05am. In addition...

Join us for the 9th annual SuperHEARo 5K on Saturday, May 16, 2026. The 5K (a timed event) will take place at 9:00am shortly followed by the 1.5 Mile Fun Run (non-timed event) at 9:05am. In addition to an in-person event at White Hall State Historic Site, we will also have a virtual option so you can join us from near or far! Participants are encouraged to dress up as their favorite superhero. Packet pick-up will be available at Surge Screenprinting on Friday, May 15th from 11:30am-1:30pm and 4:00-5:15pm or prior to the race on Saturday beginning at 8:00am.

Awards will be given for Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers as well as Top 3 Male & Female in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-60, 60-64, and 65+ as well as Best Dressed Male & Female Superheroes. There will also be a prize for the Best Dressed Wonder Pet.

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1.5 MILE FUN WALK ROUTE MAP

1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k Fun Run Run Virtual Walk
Richmond, Kentucky, 40475, United States
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2026 Juneteenth Freedom 5K [runsignup.com]
Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Description
We're ready for 2026! Join us for our 4th Annual Juneteenth Freedom 5K on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 8:00am at White Hall State Historic Site.

As of December 2025, race proceeds and donations are...
We're ready for 2026! Join us for our 4th Annual Juneteenth Freedom 5K on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 8:00am at White Hall State Historic Site.

As of December 2025, race proceeds and donations are currently planned to be split between 3 local charities --- The Maurice Hibbard Non-Traditional Scholarship, The Friends of Maple Grove Cemetery, and New Liberty Family Shelter. Read more about these charities below. For 2025, we are commemorating the "Historic Footsteps" of those before us.

RACE FEATURES
- Scenic closed course on paved trails at White Hall Park
- Commemorative unisex sized performance/tech shirts
- Social Teams to expand your race experience
- Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall
- Age Category 1st Place M/F Awards
- 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
- 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Fun Walk & Virtual option
- Music, food trucks, snacks/drinks and fellowship
RACE DAY SCHEDULE (June 28)
- 6:45AM Race Day Packet Pickup Until 7:45 a.m.
- 7:45AM Welcome & Announcements
- 8:00AM RACE START - 5K Run/Walk & Wheelchair Division
- 8:10AM 1 Mile Family Fun Walk
- 9:00AM Awards Ceremony (Top 3 M/F Overall & 1st Place Age Categories)
ADVANCED PACKET PICKUP AT MADISON CO. PUBLIC LIBRARY, RICHMOND
- Location: MCPL, Room 138, 507 West Main St., Richmond, KY 40475
- Thursday (6/26), 3:40 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.
- Friday (6/27), 3:10 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.
- If unable to pick-up in advance, race day packet pick-up is on Saturday (6:45 - 7:45 a.m.)
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1 MILE FUN WALK
1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Virtual Walk Wheelchair
Richmond, Kentucky, 40475, United States
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Course Ninja du parc Whitehall [finishers.com]
Sun, Jul 12, 2026

Run Trail
Richmond, Kentucky, United States
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Moonlit Mile 5K [runsignup.com]
Fri, Jul 24, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Description
Join us for the 3rd Annual Moonlit Mile 5K on Friday, July 24, 2026 at 7:30pm at White Hall Park in Richmond.

Our race will commemorate 3 years in business for Lunar Fitness & Wellness LLC as we...
Join us for the 3rd Annual Moonlit Mile 5K on Friday, July 24, 2026 at 7:30pm at White Hall Park in Richmond.

Our race will commemorate 3 years in business for Lunar Fitness & Wellness LLC as we raise funds to support Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP).

RACE FEATURES:
- Fun twilight summer race atmosphere
- Scenic course on paved trails at popular White Hall Park
- Commemorative short sleeved, poly/cotton race T-shirts (Unisex S-4XL, Youth S-XL)
- 5K Run/Walk (timed), 1 Mile Walk (untimed) & Virtual Option
- Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 0-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
- Chip Timed 5K (Thanks RaceRise)
- Free Race Photos (Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton)
- Prerace yoga with Appalachia Asana - This is a $10 add on to the race registration for the 5K. See more below.
- Food, drink, fun and fellowship for a worthy local cause
5K ROUTE MAP

PACKET PICKUP - We will hold race evening packet pickup from 6:00-7:30pm at the White Hall Park pavilion.
1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Virtual Walk
Richmond, Kentucky, 40475, United States
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Fostering Hope 5K [runsignup.com]
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Description
Join us for the Annual Fostering Hope 5K & Kid's Dash on Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 8:30am at White Hall Park in Richmond/Madison County!

Raising Hope 5K will benefit Orphan Care Alliance (OCA)....
Join us for the Annual Fostering Hope 5K & Kid's Dash on Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 8:30am at White Hall Park in Richmond/Madison County!

Raising Hope 5K will benefit Orphan Care Alliance (OCA). OCA is a ministry that operates throughout Kentucky and southern Indiana, mobilizing Christians to serve vulnerable children and families within the foster and adoptive community. OCA directly impacts youth with foster care and adoption history through their Life Coaching program. OCA Life Coaches are trained and then matched to mentor a youth in foster care: to be their friend and walk alongside them in life when they might not have anyone else. OCA supports children in foster care by meeting their physical, emotional, and therapeutic needs through the OCA Family Support, Life Coaching, and Family Preservation ministries

RACE FEATURES:
- Scenic loop course on paved trail/roadway surfaces through beautiful White Hall Park
- 5K Run/Walk, Kid's 1/4 Mile Dash, Kid's 1/4 Mile Ride on Toy Race and 5K Virtual option
- Create or join a race group/team. Invite your friends, family, & co-workers to join your team. We'll have a prize for the largest team.
- Commemorative race T-shirts (Unisex and Youth sizes). Register by August 22 to receive T-shirt.
- Free race photos
- Referral Rewards (Refer 5 people who register for the race and get a $25 refund on your registration)
- Awards for Top Finishers in Overall & Age Group (see below)
- Race manually timed by RaceRise
- Food, fun, music and fellowship for a great cause!
5K COURSE MAP --- See section below

AWARDS -- Awards will be presented to the top 3 Male and Female Runners overall. Medals will also be given for the Top 2 M/F in each age bracket (10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+).
3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Virtual Walk
Richmond, Kentucky, 40475, United States
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Redeeming Hope’s Blueheart Twilight Run 5K [runsignup.com]
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Description
Join us for the inaugural Blueheart Twilight Run 5K at White Hall Park in Richmond!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10th at 8:30am at WHITE HALL PARK

RACE FEATURES
- Scenic course at White Hall Park
- 5K Run/Walk,...
Join us for the inaugural Blueheart Twilight Run 5K at White Hall Park in Richmond!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10th at 8:30am at WHITE HALL PARK

RACE FEATURES
- Scenic course at White Hall Park
- 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Fun Walk, Kid's Dash & Virtual option - Something for everyone
- Music, food, fun and fellowship
- Free Race Photos
- Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 in 5-year age groups
- Commemorative Race T-Shirts (While supplies last)
- Lights, neon paints, everyday bundt cakes, ice place, cookies
PACKET PICKUP - Packet pickup will be held on race evening (Saturday, October 10th) from 7:15-8:30am at the White Hall Pavilion at the park. There is no planned advanced day PPU for this race at this time.

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1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k Run Virtual Walk
Richmond, Kentucky, 40475, United States
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