The Emergency Mile

Race Overview

Join us to honor Rockcastle County’s first responders at The Emergency Mile. If you are an experienced runner, this is your chance to test your speed on a nearly level one-mile course. If you’re new to run/walks, this is the perfect way to start – with a less challenging distance. Either way, you are honoring those in our county that we could not do without.

Eligibility

• Free Participation: Rockcastle County first responders participate FREE!

Event Details

• Time: Event begins 1 Mile Run/Walk at 6:00 p.m. EST
• Check In: Check in/packet pickup begins at 5:00 p.m.
• Registration Fee: Registration fee $20, includes event t-shirt if registered by Wednesday, April 22. After April 22, registration is $25 through race day. (After April 22, shirts are not guaranteed and sizes may be limited).
• First Responder Registration: Free registration for Rockcastle County first responders! (Police, Sheriff, Jail Employees, Fire Department, and Ambulance Services). Free shirt included if registered before April 22. (After April 22, shirts are limited).

Awards

• Overall Winners: Overall male and female race winner
• Age Group Awards: Top three male and female runners in each of the following age groups: 12-under: 13-19: 20-29: 30-39: 40-49: 50-59: 60-69: 70-79: 80+
• Walking Awards: Top three fastest male and female walkers
• First Responder Award: Special Award: Fastest first responder, male and female

NEW! Student Strides 2026

• Free Registration: ALL students age 4-18 run FREE! No shirt included in registration, but may be added on for additional fee.
• Incentives: Students who complete at least 7 races will receive a $25 gift card and custom t-shirt at the end of the 2026 series!
• Eligibility: Students must run or walk to be eligible for awards and incentives.

Contact Information

Questions/Information: Contact Chelsea Dillingham at (606) 256-7767 or e-mail c.dillingham@:rhrcc.org.

For more details, visit The Emergency Mile.