Hardin County Fair 4-H 5K Run/Walk

Race Overview

This fun 5K is a mixed terrain race (trail, gravel, and asphalt) at the beautiful Hardin County Fairgrounds. Bring the whole family for this fun walk or run through the Hardin County Fair.

About 4-H

• Mission: 4-H is a positive youth development organization committed to building outstanding leaders with marketable skills to succeed in today's society.
• Opportunities: Hardin County 4-H offers many opportunities to grow and learn through project clubs, special interest programs, day camps, summer camp, and leadership events.
• Project Clubs: This includes Horse, Livestock, Dog, Shooting Sports, Bee Keeping, Rabbit & Poultry, and Teen Club.
• Special Programs: Special Interest programs can change throughout the year, including past offerings like cooking, sewing, gardening, and robotics.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
• Time: 7:30am, RAIN or SHINE
• Location: Hardin County Fairgrounds, Glendale, KY
• Dogs: Dogs are welcome *on leash*

Registration

• Cost: $30 per runner 18 and up
• Age Discount: $20 per runner 9-17 years of age
• Free: For Kids 8 and under
• Team Discount: Create a team of 5 or more participants for a $5 discount off of each registration fee!

All paid entries will receive a race day t-shirt if registered by June 27th (extra shirts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis on race morning).

Packet Pickup

Race Day Packet Pickup and Same Day Race Registrations will begin at 6:30am on race morning.

Awards

• Overall Awards: Top 3 Overall Male and Female Finishers
• Age Categories: Top Male and Female Finisher in the following age categories: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-26, 27-32, 33-38, 39-44, 45-52, 53-59, 60 and over.

More Information

To learn more about becoming part of 4-H, please come visit us or call the Hardin County Extension Office with any questions!

Visit the race page for more details.