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Saturday, July 3rd, 2027
31 Broadway St, Dry Ridge KY
5K
68–86°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
75–93°F
dry
2025
67–86°F
dry
2024
74–92°F
rain
2023
68–84°F
dry
2022
71–90°F
dry
2021
57–79°F
dry
2020
67–88°F
dry
2019
70–87°F
dry
2018
72–87°F
rain
2017
64–86°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Ridge Runners Racing, in partnership with Big Rex Fireworks, proudly presents the 2nd Annual Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K and Little Rex’s Kids Fun Run (.76 mile). This event will take place on Saturday, July 3, 2027, in cooperation with the city of Dry Ridge, Kentucky.
Race Schedule
- Little Rex’s Kids Fun Run: Starts at 8:30 AM
- Big Rex’s Bottle Rocket 5K: Starts at 9:00 AM
- Start Location: City Building
- Finish Location: Inside Piddle Park
Post-Race Celebration
Don’t forget to bring your lawn chair and/or blanket so you can hang out afterward at the Post-Race Party at Piddle Park and enjoy food and drink from a variety of vendors while listening to live music by Nashville recording artist Taylor Henry (10:00 AM-12:00 PM) as we celebrate 250 years of independence in our beloved nation.
- Live Concert: Immediately following the awards presentation
- Concert Location: Stage adjacent to the basketball courts
- Artist Website: Learn more about Taylor Henry here.
Join Us
“Come Blast Off With Us” on Saturday, July 3rd!
More Information
For additional details and registration, please visit the official race page: Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K.
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