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Saturday, September 19th, 2026
Richmond Centre - 2139 Lantern Ridge Drive, Richmond KY
5K
62–81°F · some rain risk
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2025
61–85°F
dry
2024
63–88°F
dry
2023
54–77°F
dry
2022
65–85°F
dry
2021
66–84°F
dry
2020
48–70°F
dry
2019
69–87°F
dry
2018
68–88°F
dry
2017
66–80°F
rain
2016
65–81°F
dry
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About this race
Hosted by Eastside Community Church
This event benefits the Madison County Backpack Program.
2026 Presenting Sponsor
Chenault Vineyards
Event Overview
The annual “Tracks for Packs 5K Run/Walk” is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Richmond Centre in Richmond, Kentucky. This is the 15th Year for Eastside Community Church to host the race as a fundraiser for the Madison County Backpack Program which sends home useful food such as ravioli, soups, fruit snacks, chips, cereal, popcorn, and other snacks for children who may be hungry over the weekend. Learn more about the Backpack Program at www.godsoutreach.org/pages/backpack-program.
Team Competition
- School Award: The Madison County School with the most participants wins $500!
- Registration: Be sure to check the appropriate "team" when you register.
- Team Creation: If your Madison County School is not listed yet, you can create the Team.
Join Us
Come join us as we raise funds for the Madison County Backpack Program and have fun while doing so!
T-shirt Deadline
- Registration Deadline: Register prior to August 31 at Midnight to get a free t-shirt included.
Race Day Details
- Registration: Begins at 7:00 a.m.
- Race Begins: 8:00 a.m.
Additional Information
The race will be chip timed with awards given out immediately following the race.
More Information
Visit Tracks for Packs 5K Run/Walk for details.
Course map
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