In 42 days · Sat, Sep 12, 2026
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When
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Where
Freeman Lake Park, Elizabethtown KY
Distance
5K
Typical weather
63–82°F · low rain risk
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2025
62–85°F
dry
2024
63–82°F
dry
2023
65–77°F
dry
2022
56–73°F
dry
2021
67–85°F
dry
2020
64–87°F
rain
2019
71–94°F
dry
2018
60–78°F
dry
2017
57–74°F
rain
2016
59–81°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: September 12, 2026
- Location: Freeman Lake Park, Elizabethtown, KY
- Purpose: To promote health and celebrate 93,000 nurses across Kentucky
- Event Type: 5K Fun Run/Walk
Event Description
- Engagement: A vibrant event dedicated to promoting health, wellness, and community engagement.
- Support: Supports the Kentucky Nurses Association (KNA) and nurses across Kentucky.
- Network: Unique opportunity to network with community members.
- Awareness: Raises awareness about the critical role nurses play in healthcare.
Race Details
- Location: The race will take place at Freeman Lake Park on Blue Heron Way.
- Scenery: The 5k route provides a view of the beautiful lake.
- Open to: All fitness levels to walk or run.
- Community: Join nurses and others who support Kentucky nurses!
Registration Information
- Early Bird Registration: $35 until July 5, 2026: $40 thereafter.
- Virtual Option: $45 before July 5, 2026: $50 after July 5.
- Team Discount: Register a Team of 4 or more and each team member will receive a $5 discount.
- Deadline for Shirt and Medal: Register by August 1, 2026, to guarantee a t-shirt and medal.
Participation Notes
- T-Shirts and Medals: Extra t-shirts will be available until the inventory is depleted.
- Children's Participation: Children 10 years and under may walk/run with a registered adult.
- Packet Pickup: Race packet pick up and on-site registration begins at 8:00am EST.
- Race Start: The race starts at 9:30am EST: arrive before 8:30am EST.
More Information
- Event URL: Kentucky Nurses Association 5K Fun Run/Walk
Course map
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