5K races near Rolling Fields

The Welcome Home 5k Run/Walk is an annual pride-themed run, walk, and yoga event within the Palmer Park Event Series. The race features a 5k distance, with yoga offered, and the series also includes an 8k and a 1-mile run/walk. The event raises support for People for Palmer Park, a nonprofit focused on the preservation, revitalization, and long-term viability of Palmer Park. It also supports the Ruth Ellis Center, which provides trauma-informed services for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults, particularly young people of color, those experiencing homelessness, and individuals in the child welfare system.

The Deam Lake Loop Trail Run takes place at Deam Lake in Borden, Indiana, beginning at 1217 Deam Lake Road. The primary races include 5K and 10K trail runs. For those preferring a less competitive pace in the same location, there are also 5K and 10K walk/hike options. The Deam Lake Winter Warrior event utilizes the Yellow Trail encircling Deam Lake, offering 6-mile, 12-mile, and 4-hour endurance race options, as well as a virtual format. The start and packet pickup are located near Buzzards Roost Shelter, which has nearby restrooms. An aid station is positioned close to the trailhead to support participants on the loop. This event is cupless; runners must bring their own bottle or hydration pack.

Broad Run Pkwy provides the course for this annual road race: straightforward pavement with a fall-costume mood rather than a hard-edged club-race feel. It is a "fun, Halloween-themed event," the kind where you can toe the line next to someone chasing a time and someone else dressed for the season. The draw is the mix: families, kids, first-timers, and regular racers all share the same Halloween buzz, with options spread across the morning. Expect road running, a finish-line shuffle of costumes and sweaty smiles, and that easy October quirk where race kit and dress-up box overlap.

Spooky Sprint - Louisville is a Halloween-themed running event held at Broad Run Park and Cliffside Playground in Louisville, Kentucky. The race offers a wide selection for a local family event: 5K, 10K, half marathon, 1 mile, Kids Dash, a virtual run, and a Volunteer then Run option. It takes place in the morning, with a setup designed for participants seeking a costume-friendly race day rather than solely a serious road-racing atmosphere. The in-person races include chip timing, live results, and awards, providing a standard race structure within the Halloween theme. Finishers get race items like a custom bib, designer shirt, and medal, along with free participant photos and treats at the finish line. The event is organized by Bodies Race Company as part of its local Bodies Race Series. Youth pricing for the 5K and 10K makes it accessible for families with younger runners.

The Urban Bourbon Half Marathon and 5K begins and ends in downtown Louisville, connecting the race to the city’s bourbon heritage. It features a half marathon and a 5K, welcoming walkers. Half marathon participants must maintain a 15-minute-per-mile pace. The course travels through Cherokee Park before heading back downtown. The event highlights Louisville and Kentucky’s 200 years of distilling history through bourbon-themed race elements. Its post-race gathering was recognized by Runner's World as one of the nation's best.

Color Me CASA! is a Floyd County 5K run/walk, including a 1-mile Family Fun Run. It is structured around a morning race schedule and serves as a colorful community fundraiser. The timed 5K begins at 9 AM, with the family run starting at 9:15 AM, allowing runners, walkers, students, families, and teams to participate at their own pace. The event supports CASA of Floyd County, a local nonprofit advocating for abused and neglected children. Activities surrounding the races include tie-dye stations, face painting, music, food trucks, and family games. Prizes will be awarded to top fundraising teams, the largest team, and participants with the best costumes.

The Copperfield Caretaker 5k is a run/walk through the hilly Copperfield neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky, beginning on Wickfield Drive in the morning. It is an affordable community 5k with awards for the top three men and women, but the main point is personal: runners and walkers come out to honor caretakers, particularly those quietly supporting loved ones behind the scenes. The course remains within Copperfield, so the hills are part of the day rather than a flat-road speed setup. Donations benefit KIPDA Aging and Disability, which provides meals and care support for elderly people in the region. The race also features a purple mile for individuals with Alzheimer’s and others needing memory care, and participants can request to honor someone by name. Finishers receive a medal, participants get a Dri-Fit shirt, and the post-race spread offers a light breakfast from Wild Eggs.

Turkey Trails Louisville is a Thanksgiving-themed race day in Louisville with distances for several levels: a half marathon, 10K, 5K, untimed 1 mile, and a Kid's Dash for children 10 and under. It is designed for families and mixed groups, with youth pricing on the 5K and 10K and a virtual option for runners who want to complete their miles elsewhere. The timed races use chip timing, live results, and awards, while the 1 mile and Kid's Dash keep things casual. Finishers receive race swag such as custom bibs, designer shirts, and medals, with a mini bib, youth shirt, and crafted medal for the Kid's Dash; children can also run the dash for free if they skip the swag. Free race photos and treats at the finish line add to the Thanksgiving feel.

The Turtle Run Wine Run Turkey Trot 5k is a Thanksgiving-themed 5k run/walk held at Turtle Run Winery in Corydon, Indiana. It is designed for runners and walkers seeking a relaxed race that includes a stop at the winery, with the bib providing chip-timed 5k scoring by J3 Timing. The course takes advantage of the winery's setting on St Peters Church Road, featuring Turtle Run’s grounds and vineyard landscape as the primary backdrop instead of city streets. The wine theme extends to the registration benefits: a soft cotton race shirt, a portable shatterproof wine glass, a wine-glass-shaped finisher medal, online results, and a pour of wine following the run or walk. Turtle Run offers a variety of wines, including sweet, dry, red, white, barrel-aged, and tank-aged styles, making the post-race tasting a significant attraction.

The BDoKY Hemo Hustle is a community run and walk held at Clear Creek Park in Shelbyville, Kentucky. The start is located at the Colonel Sanders Shelter, Access No. 2. While the primary distance is 5K, mapped 4K, 3K, and 2K routes are available, allowing participants to select a shorter distance instead of the full course. Bleeding Disorders of Kentucky presents this event, which benefits children and families throughout the state who are affected by bleeding disorders. This event is in its third year and offers registration for adults and children 12 and under. Standard registration includes a T-shirt; a reduced-price option without a T-shirt is offered for those who wish to participate without one. The 5K includes a competitive element with custom awards for the top three male and female finishers, while also accommodating families, casual walkers, and new participants.