Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Kentucky Historical Society, Frankfort KY
10K · 5K · Half
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About this race
🏃♂️ The Greatest Half in History!
Join us for the 9th Annual KY History Half, 10K and 5K on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 7:30am in downtown Frankfort. The KY History Half is the Commonwealth's first half marathon that celebrates Kentucky's history. The KY History Half is a RaceRise &: 3 Sport Endurance production benefiting the Kentucky Historical Society Foundation.
🎽 Race Features
- Commemorative Shirts: Performance/Dry Fit Race Shirts
- Awards: Overall (all races) & Age Group Awards (13.1 only)
- Medals: Finishers' Medals (All Races)
- Scenic Routes: Scenic courses through historic Frankfort, Kentucky
🎉 Event Entertainment
- Music: DJ James Hummel & Free Race Photos
- Pacing: Race Pacers for the Half Marathon
- Food: Post race food, fun and fellowship
📅 Packet Pickup
Our PACKET PICKUP is Friday, September 19, 2025 from 3-7pm at the Kentucky Historical Society (Address: 100 W Broadway St, Frankfort, KY 40601). For out-of-town participants who notify us in advance, we also have packet pickup on race morning from 6:30-7:45 a.m. at the KHS (Brown Forman Room). All local runners will be expected to pick up their packets on Friday or have it picked up by a friend.
💖 Supporting History
Partial proceeds go to the Kentucky Historical Society Foundation to support the educational programming and services of the Kentucky Historical Society.
🗺️ Race Routes
For more information about the race, visit official race page.
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