P.A.C.E. Races for Youth Athletic Scholarships

Event Overview

Warren County Parks and Recreation is hosting the 4th running P.A.C.E. Marathon and Half Marathon in 2027! P.A.C.E. stands for Parks and Community Events, and the goal of this race is to have people experience these two communities. This year's race will feature the communities of Smiths Grove and Oakland, a truly beautiful section of Warren County, KY.

Event Date and Location

• Date: May 8, 2027
• Location: 226 Sunset St, Smiths Grove, KY
• URL: P.A.C.E. Races
• Course Features: Rural route, scenic views, moderate hills

Race Details

• Packet Pick-Up: Early packet pick-up for ALL races will be available Friday, May 7th from 6:00-9:00pm at Ed Spear Park.
• Check-In: Please arrive to check in and pick-up your bib and t-shirt no later than 6:15 am on Saturday if you are unable to pick up on Friday.
• Start Time: Both Half and Full marathon will begin at 7:00am.
• Course Type: Over 90% of the route is paved, with moderate hills and several railroad crossings.

Participant Perks

• Shirts and Medals: All marathon and half marathon participants will receive a shirt, and finishers will receive a unique medal that features these two communities.
• Runner Testimonial: "If you're looking for a small town marathon without the hassles of a big city, do this race!"
• Awards: Distributed by age and gender categories.
• Community Support: Special thanks to the Warren County Public Library, the city of Smiths Grove, and the city of Oakland for all their support and assistance with this event!

Charity Information

All proceeds will go to Friends of Warren County Parks and Recreation, a 501(c)(3) whose mission is to provide scholarship opportunities to ensure that children have the fundamental right of being engaged in sports programs.