When
Sunday, September 20th, 2026
Where
Russel Acton Folk Center, Berea KY
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
Spoonbread Festival 5K Overview
Lace up your running shoes and plan to join us at the 30th annual Spoonbread Festival 5K Run/Walk!
Date and Time: Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 9:00am
Location: Start/finish at Russel Acton Folk Center, Berea, KY
Race Features
- Course: Flat, paved course on the Berea City Trail
- Options: 5K run/walk, 1-mile untimed walk, and virtual option
- Shirts: Commemorative soft, poly/cotton unisex sized race shirts
- Timing: Chip timing with Overall & AG Awards (5-year age groups — 0-9, 10-14, 15-19 >>> 65-69, 70+)
- New Venue: New venue and race route for 2025!
- Photography: Free race photos
- Activities: Music, food, fun & fellowship
Beneficiary
Our 2025 race will benefit the Berea Chamber of Commerce which sponsors the annual Spoonbread Festival.
Packet Pickup
We'll hold our race packet pickup on race morning (Sunday, 9/21/25) from 7:30-8:45am in the parking lot of the Russel Acton Folk Center in Berea. There will be no advanced day PPU.
Route Information
Registration
For more information and to register, visit Spoonbread Festival 5K Registration.
Course map
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