Rockin Around the Bluegrass
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About this race
Rockin’ Around Christmas 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
Saturday, December 12, 2026 · 8:00 AM · Downtown Danville, Kentucky
Get ready to rock around Christmas in the heart of downtown Danville! Join us near the Boyle County Courthouse for a festive, family-friendly morning of running, walking, holiday music, and Christmas cheer. After the race, keep the celebration going at Constitution Square.
Event Options
5K chip-timed race — 8:00 AM
1-mile fun run/walk — 8:10 AM
Runners, walkers, and strollers are welcome.
Participant Swag
All participants receive a cozy Rockin’ Around Christmas fleece blanket, a Rockin’ Santa hat, and a commemorative Christmas ornament finisher medal. Stick around afterward for coffee, cotton candy, popcorn, and the celebration at Constitution Square.
Race Awards
Awards will be presented to the top three male and female overall finishers, plus age group winners based on net chip time. Winners must be present to receive their awards.
Age groups: 0–9 | 10–19 | 20–29 | 30–39 | 40–49 | 50–59 | 60–69 | 70+
Packet Pickup
Friday, December 11 · 5:00–7:00 PM
Danville Bike and Footwear
417 W. Main Street, Danville, KY 40422
Saturday, December 12 · 7:00–7:45 AM
Downtown Danville, near the Boyle County Courthouse
Race Day Schedule
7:00 AM — Race morning packet pickup opens
7:45 AM — Packet pickup closes
8:00 AM — 5K starts
8:10 AM — 1-mile fun run/walk starts
After the race — Awards and Christmas celebration at Constitution Square
Bring your family, bring your Christmas spirit, and come rock around downtown Danville with us!
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