Fighting Back Against Parkinson's 5K & Fun Run

Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 8:30 AM CDT

Location: Murray, KY; 1401 Kentucky 121, 42071
Type: RUN

At a glance

Unite with a supportive community at Murray State to run for a powerful cause, funding Rock Steady Boxing 270 and fighting Parkinson's together.

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For a Cause

Join a powerful community at the Fighting Back Against Parkinson's 5K & Fun Run at Murray State University. This event is more than a race; it's a movement of strength and support, uniting fighters, families, and supporters against Parkinson's. Run or stroll through campus, contributing to a vital cause. Every step helps fund Rock Steady Boxing 270, a program dedicated to empowering individuals with Parkinson's Disease through specialized training and resources, giving them a fighting chance for a better quality of life.

What to expect

* Run or stroll a 5K or 1 Mile through the heart of Murray State University campus.
* Receive a complimentary t-shirt, finisher medal, and goody bag.
* Compete for trophies awarded to overall and age group winners in the 5K.

Standout details

Supports Rock Steady Boxing 270
Course through Murray State campus
Trophies for 5K overall & age group
Includes t-shirt, medal, goody bag

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Jun 6, 8:00 AM CDT · From $32.80
Opens Jan 5, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jun 5, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
5K
Sat, Jun 6, 8:30 AM CDT · From $43.40
Opens Jan 5, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Mar 5, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
5K
Sat, Jun 6, 12:00 AM CDT · From $43.40
Opens Jan 6, 2026, 6:50 AM CST · Closes Mar 5, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

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From the organizer

Join us on June 6th at Murray State University and be part of something bigger than a race. Starting and finishing outside the CFSB Center, the HUB Fighting Back Against Parkinson's 5K & Fun Run takes you through the heart of campus as you stroll alongside an incredible community of fighters, families, and supporters.

This isn’t just miles, it’s momentum. It’s strength. It’s a community fighting in our corner and knocking out Parkinson’s together.

Each 5K & 1 Mile participant will receive a free t-shirt, medal, and goody bag . Extra t-shirts are available for purchase by visiting the SHIRT SHOP . Trophies will be awarded to the overall male and female 5K finisher, as well as the top male and female finisher from each age group. Come run for the Golden Gloves!

This Fighting Back Against Parkinson's 5K & Fun Run is a fundraiser to support Rock Steady Boxing 270 , a program that empowers people with Parkinson’s Disease to fight back. RSB270 provides specialized non-contact boxing training that gives people with PD a fighting chance at a better quality of life. We provide educational programs and the necessary resources to ensure people with Parkinson's have all the tools they need to remain ROCK STEADY throughout their life!

For the latest race updates or to learn more about Rock Steady Boxing 270, check us out on Facebook or Instagram.

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