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Upcoming 5K races near Bowling Green
JUL 2
17JUL
Run · road · 5K
Fitt Fiddle 5K Run/Walk
Leitchfield · 56 km away
25JUL
Run · road · 5K
Heatwave Half Marathon - Nashville
Hendersonville · 75 km away
AUG 3
1AUG
Run · road · 5K
Watermelon Festival 5K
Tompkinsville · 74 km away
15AUG
Run · road · 5K
Historic White Mills 5K
White Mills · 72 km away
29AUG
Run · road · 5K
Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green August
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SEP 5
7SEP
Run · road · 5K
Run For Sight 5K Presented by GGC Eyes and Clinic Optical
Bowling Green · 3 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
Hendersonville Triple Classic-15K/10K/5K
Hendersonville · 78 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
Nashville Fall Forward Classic 5K, 10K, 15K
Gallatin · 67 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
Whether you walk it or run it, just keep going!
Springfield · 67 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
Med Center Health 10K Classic
Bowling Green
Bowling Green · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Bowling Green
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Cancer Care 5k Fun Run/ Walk
The Cancer Care 5k Fun Run/Walk is a community fundraiser in Elkton, Kentucky, starting at 806 Main St. It offers three options, all beginning at 9:00 AM CDT: a 5k run, a 5k walk, and a 1-mile walk. The event takes place in early October, with a $35 entry fee for all options.
The event emphasizes community support for those affected by cancer over competitive racing. Participants can celebrate survivorship or honor and remember loved ones. All proceeds benefit cancer care services provided by the Sunshine Respite House and Monie's Club Day Center.
Haunted Horsepower 5K Run/Walk
The Haunted Horsepower 5K Run/Walk takes participants onto the race track at NCM Motorsports Park in Bowling Green, Kentucky. This October 5K begins at 8:00 a.m. CDT on a flat, fast, traffic-free course within the motorsports venue.
The event is the inaugural Haunted Horsepower race, with the track setting as its primary draw. Instead of typical city streets or park paths, the 5K utilizes pavement designed for motorsports. The race offers chip timing, online results, a shirt, overall awards for the top male and female finishers, and age-group awards for participants aged 12 and under up to 70 and over. A free Kids Dash for children 10 and under precedes the 5K, and packet pickup occurs on race day.
Run The Ridge Trail Race
The Run The Ridge Trail Race begins and ends at the Bill Monroe Homeplace in Beaver Dam, Kentucky. Participants can choose from 5K, 10K, and 25K distances, all commencing in the morning. This trail race crosses the Kentucky hills, incorporating dirt roads and ridge overlooks connected to Bill Monroe, the Father of Bluegrass Music, and his Uncle Pen. The terrain is challenging, featuring ascents to the ridge followed by descents, with steep inclines and declines present in all race distances.
The course is not the sole focus of the day. Bluegrass music is integral to the event, with live performances along the route. The race coincides with Bill Monroe Foundation events, including Pickin' on the Porch and Camping and Jamming. A band performs live on the Homeplace porch on Saturday evening, and bluegrass musicians and campers frequently convene for jam sessions around campfires throughout the weekend. Runners have access to complimentary primitive camping or can opt for paid electric camping spots. All participants who finish will receive a medal, and awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in each distance.
Running For A Cure: Georgia Mae's Peachy 5K
Running For A Cure: Georgia Mae's Peachy 5K is a family-friendly 5K at the Leitchfield Sports Complex in Leitchfield, Kentucky. This community run-or-walk event has a $25 registration fee, and early entries include a race shirt. Packet pickup is on race morning, simplifying setup for local families and visiting participants.
The event raises money for Acute Myeloid Leukemia research at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, with proceeds donated to the hospital. Many participants walk or run to honor children affected by pediatric cancer, including those in treatment and those who have died. Awards are given to the top three overall male and female finishers, plus age-group winners from youth through adult divisions.
Howl‑O‑Ween Hustle 5K
The Howl-O-Ween Hustle 5K, a dog-friendly Halloween run, takes place at Las Colonias in Grand Junction. It features a 5K race and a 1 Mile Fun Run. Both events begin and end at WestCo Brewing. Check-in occurs before the early-afternoon races, followed by an after-party at the brewery.
Participants are welcome to bring their dogs and enter a costume contest. The race includes chip timing. Registration provides a t-shirt and a doggie bandana. Adults 21 and older receive a beer ticket. Participants also get 50% off adoption fees at Roice-Hurst Humane Society. The race supports Roice-Hurst, and one past edition raised $3,000 for the shelter. The Grand Junction Sports Commission organizes the event, presented by St. Mary's Regional Hospital.
Turkey Trails-Nashville
Turkey Trails - Memphis is a Thanksgiving-themed running event held annually, offering a 5K, 10K, half marathon, 1-mile run, and a Kid's Dash for those 10 and under. The 5K, 10K, and half marathon are timed races featuring chip timing, live results, and awards. The 1-mile run and Kid's Dash are untimed, providing a more casual experience.
The event encourages family participation, with reduced pricing for youth in the 5K and 10K. Children not opting for the shirt and medal package can participate in the Kid's Dash for free. Participants receive a custom bib, a designer shirt, and a finisher medal. The finish area includes complimentary photos and refreshments. A virtual option is also available for those who prefer to run independently while still receiving the event's merchandise.
The 40th Annual Great Turkey 5K Run & Gobbler Walk
The Great Turkey 5K Run & Gobbler Walk takes place Thanksgiving morning in Bowling Green, Kentucky. A 3K walk begins first, followed by the 5K run at 8:00 a.m. The Bowling Green Running Club organizes this family event, which includes Thanksgiving-themed door prizes and awards.
The 5K course starts at 1220 Fairview Avenue, with distinct start and finish points. This race serves as the sole fundraiser for the Bowling Green Running Club's High School Athletics Program, supporting track and cross-country teams with uniforms and equipment. High schools in Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Logan, Metcalfe, Ohio, Simpson, and Warren counties are eligible to apply for aid, with club officials reviewing applications and distributing funds generated by the race.
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Bowling Green Training Notes
Bowling Green hosts 17 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
The course covers 03 km with 107 m of gain. Preston Miller Park gets race-day legs moving for the Bowling Green Sprint Triathlon run course, where the run uses paved and rock chip trails. from 1945 Scottsville Rd. 2 & half marathon and bg6000, Run For Sight 5K Presented by GGC Eyes and Clinic Optical, and MuuvWell Hot Rod 24 Hour Ultra keep the calendar honest.
Locals ride neighborhood roads when they want steady Z2, and the Bowling Green Sprint Triathlon bike segment puts that work right in town. Southwest Kentucky Mountain Bike Association backs the local trail side. The route covers 6 meters with 3 meters of climb and 3 meters of descent. The climbs stay short here, so intervals matter more than chasing mountain numbers. Bowling Green Sprint Triathlon & Kids Triathlon works as the cycling anchor, while crit legs, cyclocross habits, and gran fondo pacing all fit the same practical rhythm.
July is the named best month, and locals treat it like summer training with respect. The average low sits at 4°C in July, and 41 days reach +30°C highs in a normal year, so runners and riders move early, keep Z2 honest, and save intervals for cooler windows. The average winter low drops to 7°C, and winter brings 11 days when the high fails to rise above freezing. 2 cm, so the bike work gets more selective, trail footing changes, and both sports lean harder on short loops, steady mileage, and dry pavement when it shows up.