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Saturday, September 12th, 2026
808 Monticello St, Somerset KY
Half · 10K
63–82°F · low rain risk
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58–82°F
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62–79°F
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65–79°F
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61–74°F
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65–86°F
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67–82°F
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71–93°F
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63–82°F
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56–75°F
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61–87°F
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About this race
Run the Lake. Build a Home. Change a Life.
You want to be part of something meaningful… but it’s not always clear how to make a real impact.
That’s where we come in.
The Lake Cumberland Half & 10K gives you the chance to challenge yourself and help build safe, affordable housing right here in Pulaski County.
The Journey
The Lake Cumberland Half is a 13.1-mile point-to-point race benefiting Habitat for Humanity of Pulaski County, Kentucky.
- Start Line: Bronston, KY – Hwy 90 Bridge
- Scenic Route: Cross over beautiful Lake Cumberland
- Continuation: Run through Burnside and Ferguson
- Finish Line: Somerset Community College
Race Details
- Race Day: Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Half Marathon: Start Time: 7:30 AM
- 10K: Start Time: 8:30 AM
- Finish Line Location: Somerset Community College, 808 Monticello St, Somerset, KY
Parking available at SCC (Meece Lot). Transportation provided to both start lines.
Packet Pickup
- Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
- Location: Somerset Community College
- Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Alternative: Race morning from 6:00 AM – 6:50 AM
No registration, parking, or packet pickup at either start line.
Stay Close to the Finish
Want to make race day easier? We’ve got you covered.
Discounted accommodations will be available at the Courtyard Marriott located right next to Somerset Community College, just steps from the finish line. Room Block Information- 2026.
- Call: 606.679.0090
- Request: Habitat for Humanity Half & 10K room block
Awards & Swag
- Top Awards: Top 3 Overall Male & Female
- Age Group Awards: Top 3 in age groups 10 & under, 11–14, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+
- Half Marathon: Performance race shirt and a 5” finisher medal
- 10K: Race shirt and a 4” finisher medal
Shirts and medals guaranteed through registration deadline. Limited extras available while supplies last.
Race Day Guidelines
- Parking: ONLY at Somerset Community College
- No Parking: at either start line
- Transportation: Buses provided to both race starts
- Half Marathon: Time limit of 3 hours 30 minutes
A sweeper vehicle will follow the course. If needed, transportation will be provided back to the finish.
Course Support
To keep the event safe and traffic flowing, there will be rolling cutoffs at aid stations:
- Aid Station 1: ~2.5 mi: 8:10 AM
- Aid Station 2: ~5.3 mi: 8:55 AM
- Aid Station 3: ~8.1 mi: 9:40 AM
- Aid Station 4: ~9.8 mi: 10:07 AM
- Aid Station 5: ~11.6 mi: 10:36 AM
Weather Policy
This is a rain-or-shine event. In the event of lightning, the race may be delayed or canceled for safety. All registrations are non-refundable.
Why It Matters
It takes a huge team of volunteers, first responders, and community partners to make this race happen. But more importantly… it takes people like you.
When you sign up, you’re not just running a race: you’re helping a family build a place to call home.
Your Next Step
Sign up. Show up. Make an impact. Because every step you take helps build something that lasts far beyond the finish line.
Registration Link
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