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10K Races in Kentucky

Kentucky has 48 upcoming 10K races scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 29 of 48 races (60%) take place between May and September, with August (15 events) the busiest month. Bowling Green is the busiest city with 17 races, ahead of Richmond (7) and Lexington (4).

10K races by month in Kentucky

Aug (15) · Sep (14) · Oct (8) · Nov (6) · Dec (3) · Jan (1) · Mar (1)

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Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Richmond, KY (32)
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Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Richmond, KY (32)

August 8, 2026
Richmond, KY
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Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Richmond, KY (32)

Richmond, KY

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Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Richmond, KY (32)

August 8, 2026
Richmond, KY
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (32)

Bowling Green, KY

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (32)

August 8, 2026
Bowling Green, KY
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (32)
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (32)

August 8, 2026
Bowling Green, KY
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Radler Rush Cross Country 5k/10k
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Radler Rush Cross Country 5k/10k

August 14, 2026
Frankfort, KY
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River Festivus 5k and 10k

Burkesville, KY

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River Festivus 5k and 10k

August 15, 2026
Burkesville, KY
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (34)
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (34)

August 22, 2026
Bowling Green, KY
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (34)

Bowling Green, KY

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (34)

August 22, 2026
Bowling Green, KY
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Skyler Pennington Memorial 5k/10k Gold Rush
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Skyler Pennington Memorial 5k/10k Gold Rush

August 22, 2026
West Liberty, KY
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Cabernet Canter Cross Country 5K/10K
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Cabernet Canter Cross Country 5K/10K

August 28, 2026
Lexington, KY
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35)
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35)

August 29, 2026
Madisonville, KY
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35)
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35)

August 29, 2026
Danville, KY
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35)

Danville, KY

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Danville, KY (35)

August 29, 2026
Danville, KY
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Cabernet Canter Cross Country 5K/10K

Lexington, KY

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Cabernet Canter Cross Country 5K/10K

August 29, 2026
Lexington, KY
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (35)
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (35)

August 29, 2026
Bowling Green, KY
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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Louisville
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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Louisville

September 5, 2026
Louisville, KY
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35)

Madisonville, KY

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (35)

September 5, 2026
Madisonville, KY
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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Louisville

Louisville, KY

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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Louisville

September 5, 2026
Louisville, KY
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CUFFS & HOSES 5K/10K BLOCK PARTY
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CUFFS & HOSES 5K/10K BLOCK PARTY

September 11, 2026
Pikeville, KY
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The Lake Cumberland Half & 10K
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The Lake Cumberland Half & 10K

September 12, 2026
Somerset, KY
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (37)
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (37)

September 12, 2026
Bowling Green, KY
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Richmond, KY (37) 30

Richmond, KY

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Richmond, KY (37) 30

September 12, 2026
Richmond, KY
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ephram White Park, Bowling Green, KY (37S30)

Bowling Green, KY

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Ephram White Park, Bowling Green, KY (37S30)

September 12, 2026
Bowling Green, KY
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CUFFS & HOSES 5K/10K BLOCK PARTY

Pikeville, KY

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CUFFS & HOSES 5K/10K BLOCK PARTY

September 12, 2026
Pikeville, KY
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Top Cities for 10K Races in Kentucky

Bowling Green (17)

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Frequently asked questions

How long is a 10K race?▾
A 10K is 6.2 miles (10 kilometers). It is a popular step-up distance from the 5K and a great intermediate goal for runners building toward a half marathon.
What is the largest 10K in the US?▾
The AJC Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta is the largest 10K in the world, drawing over 60,000 runners every Fourth of July. The BOLDERBoulder in Colorado is another massive 10K with 45,000+ participants.
What is a good 10K time?▾
The average US 10K finish time is around 55-60 minutes. Competitive runners aim for sub-45 minutes, while beginners often target finishing under 1 hour 10 minutes.
How do I train for a 10K?▾
A typical 10K training plan is 8-10 weeks with 3-4 runs per week, including one longer run that builds to 6-7 miles. If you can comfortably run a 5K, you are ready to start training for a 10K.
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