This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medals with charms of all the races finished. Click here to register for the Run the 502.
NEW THIS YEAR! KIDS FUN RUN!
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to run the Bats 5k, the only race where you finish the last ¼ mile with a lap around the diamond at Louisville Slugger Field! Course will start and finish outside the back gate on Witherspoon with the award ceremony taking place inside the stadium.
Race entry includes:
Two dateless ticket vouchers, good for any 2025 Louisville Bats home game (vouchers will be in your packet at packet pickup)
Car seat towel
2025 Bats 5K Finisher Medal
Race Photo with Buddy Bat
Top overall male and female will receive a full size Louisville Slugger Baseball Bat, second and third place will receive a mini bat.
Awards to top three in each following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over.
Keep your car seats dry with this custom performance seat cover ($42 value)! Crafted from soft microfiber fabric, our car seat towel absorbs sweat and protects upholstery for some well-deserved post-run comfort.
Moisture-Wicking: Sustainable polyester microfiber wicks sweat & dries fast.
Portable: Lightweight and foldable for easy storage in your trunk or gym bag.
Universal: Designed to fit most car and truck seats for a 10-second setup.
Easy Cleaning: Machine washable and quick to air dry for breezy care.
Hood Pocket: Secures to headrest and provides a fun way to wear your towel… you fashionista!
KIDS FUN RUN!
Kids 10 and under run the outfield with a finisher medal at the end! Entry fee $7.50 through May 1st then $10.
ENTRY FEE:
1/31-3/21 $35
3/22-4/29 $40
4/30-6/12 $45
6/13*-6/14 $55
*(after 6:00 p.m.)
AWARDS
Ken Combs Running Store gift certificates for the top 3 male & female overall ($50/$40/$30) and top 3 male & female ($30/$20/$15) in the following age groups: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15 - 19, 20 - 24, 25 - 29, 30 - 34, 35 - 39, 40 - 44, 45 - 49, 50 - 54, 55 - 59, 60 - 64, 65 - 69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over.
COURSE MAP
VIRTUAL RUN
A virtual race is a race that can be run or walked from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on the road, on the trail, on a treadmill or track. You get to run your own race, at your own pace. Virtual runners not eligible for awards.
FREE PARKING AT LOUISVILLE SLUGGER FIELD. PLEASE NOTE ALL OTHER PARKING LOTS DO CHARGE FOR PARKING.
Click here to register for both the Louisville Bats 5k and the Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4 Miler
Enter and finish both the Louisville Bats 5k on June 14th and the Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4 Miler on July 19th and earn the Bats Grand Slam Double Header Medal!
Join the Louisville Bats and the first annual Louisville Bats 5k. Start and finish outside the back gate of Louisville Slugger Field on Witherspoon and run the last 1/4 mile of the race around the baseball field and all entrants receive a dateless voucher for any Bats home game.
Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4 Miler is a four-mile run/walk through beautiful Waterfront Park in the morning and a baseball game that evening. What a perfect way to spend a summer Saturday. All registrants receive their choice of a cotton blend, tech or women's tech tank (only pre-registered will be guaranteed a shirt on race day) or get two for an additional $10.