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The Big Run 5k Run/Walk

  • Louisville Waterfront Park (map)

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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 Medal with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details and to register for the Run the 502.

Global Running Day celebrates what makes running so special–camaraderie and friendship, endorphins and accomplishment, and the chance to challenge your personal limits. Whether it’s you first 5K or your fiftieth, we invite you to join us to celebrate The Big Run at Waterfront Park on Wednesday, June 4 at 6:30 pm. The race will be managed and timed by River City Races, with awards and prizes for top finishers. Additionally, all finishers will receive a finisher's medal and a participant T-shirt (shirts guaranteed for everyone who registers by May 17)!

At 6:00 pm, we invite all kids to join us for a short Kids Dash untimed fun dash run/walk taking place at the Start/Finish. This is free for children and all participants get a finisher's medal!

Entry Fees

  • $30 through May 28

  • $35 through race day

  • Kids Run free!

Finisher Medal

Awards

Fleet Feet gift cards for top three overall male and female ($75/$50/25) and top three in each age group ($20/$15/$10) in the 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 and 80 & over.

Charity Partner

We are excited to once again partner with Girls on the Run Kentuckiana. Through the registration process, you'll have the opportunity to donate to this local organization that works to inspire all girls to build their confidence, kindness and decision making skills.

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Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at runrivercity@gmail.com

Place

The race start/finish line will be located at the Big Four Bridge Lawn at Waterfront Park. Course map below.

Course Map

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at http://fleetfeetlouisville.com.

Pre-Race Packet Pickup

Tuesday, June 3rd at Fleet Feet, 117 Breckinridge Ln. (St. Matthews Station) from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.

Race Day Packet Pickup

Starting at 5:00 p.m. at the Big Four Bridge Lawn at Waterfront Park.

Directions

The race start/finish line will be located at the Big Four Bridge Lawn at Waterfront Park.