When
Saturday, August 8th, 2026
Where
2815 Taylorsville Rd., Louisville KY
Distance
5K
Typical weather
68–86°F · some rain risk
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2025
70–89°F
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69–86°F
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64–81°F
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71–88°F
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68–89°F
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62–84°F
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67–90°F
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72–85°F
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63–82°F
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66–86°F
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About this race
Race Information
- Date: 2026-08-08
- Location: 2815 Taylorsville Rd., Louisville, KY
- Event Link: Race the Runway 5.02K
- Status: SOLD OUT. Registration is now closed.
Event Details
- Series: Race the Runway 5.02K is the first event in the Planet Fitness Mayorthon Race Series.
- Timing: This race will be professionally chip-timed.
- Participation: All participants will receive a commemorative Race the Runway 5.02K short-sleeved shirt and a custom finisher medal.
- Refreshments: Join us before and after the race for light snacks and refreshments, and be sure to visit our vendors and sponsor booths.
Schedule
- Pre-Race Festivities: Begin at 8 a.m. with snacks, refreshments and opportunities to connect with our vendors and sponsors.
- Start Time: Walkers and runners will take off at 9 a.m.
- Course Experience: Part of the course takes place on the Bowman Field runway, where participants will run alongside aircraft for a truly unique race-day experience.
Packet Pickup
- Pre-Race: Packet pick-up will be held Friday, Aug. 7, from 12–6 p.m. at the Bowman Field Administrative Office (2815 Taylorsville Rd.).
- Race Day: Packet pick-up will also be available from 8–8:45 a.m.
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