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Saturday, March 20th, 2027
Smothers Park, Owensboro KY
Half · 5K
40–60°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
52–77°F
dry
2025
37–52°F
dry
2024
39–60°F
dry
2023
24–50°F
dry
2022
34–64°F
dry
2021
34–61°F
dry
2020
45–71°F
rain
2019
35–61°F
dry
2018
34–47°F
rain
2017
43–76°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
The eighth annual Wendell Foster Half Marathon &: 5K features a flat, fast course through Owensboro’s riverfront and historic downtown. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, tackling your first 13.1, or enjoying a 5K with friends or family, you’ll experience a professionally supported race while making a difference in your community!
Race Start Time: 7:00 AM (Central Time). Half Marathon Course Time Limit: 3 hours, 45 minutes.
Why We Race
The Wendell Foster Half Marathon &: 5K is a community event that brings participants of all abilities together to promote inclusion. Hosted by Wendell Foster, the race raises funds and awareness to empower people with disabilities to live full and meaningful lives.
What to Expect
- Course: Flat, fast, scenic course
- Safety: Full and partial road closures for safety
- Aid Stations: Aid stations along the route
- Timing: Professionally chip-timed races
- Finisher Medals: Finisher medals for all who complete the course
- Prize Money: Prize money for top finishers in the Half Marathon and 5K
- Awards: Age group awards for the Half Marathon and 5K
- Duo Team Awards: Duo Team awards for top finishers in the Half Marathon and 5K
Key Details
- Start Time: The race will begin at 7:00 AM (Central Time)
- Half Marathon Time Limit: 3 hours, 45 minutes
- Age Requirement: Participants must be 12 or older on race day to register for Half Marathon or Push-Rim Divisions
- 5K Registration: No age restrictions apply to 5K, Steps Division, or Duo Team participants
Join Us
Start your spring with purpose and join us on March 20, 2027, as we race toward a more inclusive community!
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