5th Annual Kickin It For Katy 5k run and 1.2 mile Walk

Event Overview

Join us for the Fifth Annual Kickin it for Katy 5K & 1.3 mile walk for suicide awareness.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 25th, 2026, and be part of an amazing community event on the beautiful campus of Fairmont State University in Fairmont WV.

Date and Location

• Date: April 25th, 2026
• Location: 1201 Locust Ave., Fairmont, WV
• Registration: 9 am
• 5k Run: 10 am

Walk Start Time

Walk: 10:02 am

Festival Details

Festival "Katy Fest" will open at 10 am.

This is a family friendly event that welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels to run, walk or just come together in support of suicide awareness.

Activities and Entertainment

• Live music
• Awareness tables: suicide, addiction, veterans, etc.
• National Guard pull up contest
• Food trucks
• HUGE basket raffle
• Face painting
• Dunk Tank: weather permitting
• Cornhole tournament
• Vendors
• Games & more!

Beneficiaries

All proceeds go to benefit the Kaitlynn Jade scholarship fund and the Marion County Humane Society.

Community Impact

Thank you for helping us to continue making a difference in the community while honoring Katy's Legacy.

More Information

For additional details, visit the race website.