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Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
Smother's Park, Owensboro KY
5K
69–85°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
66–80°F
dry
2024
57–81°F
dry
2023
74–94°F
dry
2022
67–84°F
dry
2021
74–89°F
dry
2020
69–83°F
rain
2019
73–83°F
rain
2018
65–78°F
dry
2017
73–86°F
rain
2016
62–79°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Aug 22
Cloudy · 66–85°F
Saturday, Aug 22starts near 66°F · 14% chance of rain · wind up to 12 mph
About this race
Event Overview
This 5k Run/Walk will honor the work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and support the Owensboro Human Relations Commission in its efforts to strengthen and unify the Owensboro community by advancing equality, inclusion, and belonging for its diverse peoples through advocacy, education, empowerment, and accountability.
Course Details
- Fun and Fast: A fun and fast 5K course for you to achieve your running and/or walking goals.
- Family Friendly: This is an opportunity for the whole family.
- Inclusive: Runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels!
- Strollers Welcome: Strollers are welcome!
Location
Please join us at Smother's Park, 199 Veterans Blvd, Owensboro KY, US 42303.
Registration
For more details and to register, visit MLK Dreamer's Dash 5k.
Course map
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