Renfro Rock 'N Run Half Marathon / 5K

🎉 Race Overview

Get ready for the 13th Annual Renfro Rock 'N Run Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk! The Renfro Rock 'N Run Half Marathon has a tradition of being one of Kentucky’s most unique and fun races.

Renfro Valley, Kentucky, home of the world-famous entertainment center and the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, is known for its music, from Bluegrass to classic country to rock. Rockcastle County is home to rock-solid, enthusiastic folks who like to run and dare you to keep up. At the Rock 'N Run, they share the road, and their countryside, with you.

You’ll dash past rustic cabins, trot alongside a beautiful lake, and pass through some of Kentucky’s prettiest farmscapes. And this year, we invite you to don your best 80s music costume - think Michael Jackson, Prince, Madonna, Def Leppard, Reba McEntire. It's all part of the fun!

The Renfro Rock 'N Run is part of the Rockcastle Regional Countywide Stride run/walk series, and national Program of Excellence Award winner.

So, come on, y’all, Rock 'N Run!

⚠️ Safety Information

• No strollers or dogs: NO strollers or dogs permitted for this race.
• Ear buds recommendation: If you use ear buds, we strongly suggest you only use one, as this is not a closed course.
• Local support: Course will be patrolled by local Law Enforcement, Local Fire Department, and volunteer Motorcycle Course Support.
• Course conditions: Be aware you may encounter traffic at any time.

🏃‍♂️ Half Marathon Run

• Date & Time: Saturday, October 25, 2025. Race time is 8:00 a.m. EST.
• Time limit: 3.5 hours.
• Course map: Course Map
• Registration fees: $65 thru June 30, $75 thru September 30, $85 from October 1 thru race day.

Participant swag includes a long sleeve T-shirt and commemorative medal for half marathoners (Shirt size not guaranteed after Sept. 30).

Awards:

• Overall winner: $100 and trophies to overall male and female winner.
• Age groups: Top three male and female runners in multiple age groups.
• Award ceremony: Awards will be presented at 10:30 a.m. near the finish area.

🏃‍♀️ 5K Run/Walk

• Date & Time: Saturday, October 25, 2025. Race time is 8:05 a.m. EST.
• Registration fees: $25 thru September 30, $30 October 1 thru race day.
• Participant swag: Short-sleeve T-shirt (Shirt size not guaranteed after Sept. 30).
• Awards: Overall male and female race winner, top age group finishers, and top walkers.

Awards will be presented at 9:15 a.m. near the finish area.

📞 Questions & Info

• Contact: Chelsea Dillingham at (606) 256-7767 or email c.dillingham@rhrcc.org.

👗 Costume Contest

• Theme: Our Music Costume Contest is looking for musical-themed costumes with an 80's theme this year.
• Check-in: Contestants must check-in at the registration tent for a photo.
• Social media: The photo with the most “likes” by Oct. 31 at noon will win $100.
• Requirements: All costume participants must wear their costume for the duration of the race.

For more details, visit the race page: Renfro Rock 'N Run Half Marathon / 5K.