In 4 days · Sat, Aug 29, 2026
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When
Saturday, August 29th, 2026
Where
3005 River Road, Louisville KY
Distance
5K
Typical weather
67–85°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
63–82°F
dry
2024
71–95°F
dry
2023
62–82°F
dry
2022
74–90°F
rain
2021
74–88°F
rain
2020
70–88°F
rain
2019
59–83°F
dry
2018
75–88°F
rain
2017
67–79°F
rain
2016
72–90°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Aug 29
Cloudy · 68–91°F
Saturday, Aug 29starts near 68°F · 2% chance of rain · wind up to 6 mph
About this race
Race Overview
- Event: Louisville Pure Tap® 5K
- Date: August 29, 2026
- Location: 3005 River Road, Louisville, KY
- URL: Race Registration
Course Information
- Start/Finish: Louisville Water Tower
- Timing: Professionally chip-timed
- Scenic Route: Follows River Road
- Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
Participant Perks
- Race Shirt: Commemorative short-sleeved shirt
- Finisher Medal: All participants receive a medal
- Dog Participation: Bring your dog for an additional fee
- Registration Fee for Dogs: $10, proceeds to Friends of Louisville Metro Animal Services
Post-Race Celebration
- After-Pawty: From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location: Club K9 Dog Park Bar, 9316 Taylorsville Road
- Free Entry: Dogs with collapsible bowls allow owners free admission
- Health Requirements: Dogs must be spayed/neutered and vaccinated
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