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Running Races in Bowling Green, KY

Bowling Green, Kentucky has 30 upcoming running races, from 5Ks to marathons. Browse by vibe, difficulty, and community fit to find the right race for you.

30 upcoming races listed

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Danny Carothers "Conquer the Hill" 5K Race/Walk

A meaningful 5K run/walk honoring a beloved community leader and supporting local housing initiatives on historic Hospital Hill.

  • For a Cause
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT5KBowling Green, KY
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Walkers welcome

The Good Fight 5k

A heartfelt 5k run/walk honoring loved ones and supporting families facing cancer treatment. Join a community fighting the good fight together.

  • For a Cause
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT3.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Walkers welcome

Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (17)

Set sail for a unique challenge on a gravel course in Bowling Green, KY, complete with a pirate theme and best costume award.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Flat · Timed race

Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (19)

A luau-themed run on a gravel course in Bowling Green, KY, featuring finisher medals and a best costume award.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, May 9, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Rolling · Timed race

5k Run/Walk Sponsored by the Warren County Sheriff's Foundation

Support local law enforcement and community safety in this 5K run/walk benefiting the Warren County Sheriff's Foundation.

  • Competitive
  • For a Cause
Sat, May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM CDT5KBowling Green, KY
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Walkers welcome

Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (21)

Embrace island vibes at this Luau-themed run in Bowling Green, featuring a gravel course and a fun best costume award.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, May 23, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Flat · Timed race

Jackrabbit Jog 5K Run/Walk & 5-Miler

Lace up for the Jackrabbit Jog 5K, a fun and scenic event in Bowling Green supporting vital research for the PKD Foundation.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • For a Cause
Mon, May 25, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT5KBowling Green, KY
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Walkers welcome

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (22)

Tackle a gravel out-and-back course with a fun costume contest and earn series points at this Bowling Green event.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, May 30, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Rolling · Timed race

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (24)

Tackle a multi-loop gravel course in Bowling Green, earn a medal, and show off your best costume at this fun, competitive event.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Mixed · Rolling · Timed race

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (26)

Run a multi-loop gravel course in Bowling Green, earn a medal, and show off your best costume.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Flat · Timed race

Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (28)

Run an out-and-back course in Bowling Green, earn a medal, and show off your best costume.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (30)

Tackle a gravel out-and-back course in Bowling Green, KY, with multiple loops and a fun costume award.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Flat · Timed race

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

Embrace your inner ninja at this fun, themed race in Bowling Green, KY, featuring a costume contest and finisher medals.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Aug 8, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

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

Embrace your inner ninja on a multi-loop gravel course in Bowling Green, KY, complete with a best costume award and finisher medals.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Aug 22, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Flat · Timed race

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

Embrace the multi-loop challenge on a gravel course in Bowling Green, with finisher medals and a chance to win for best costume.

  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Aug 29, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Mixed · Rolling · Timed race

Bowling Green Sprint Triathlon & Kids Triathlon

Join the USA Triathlon Sanctioned Sprint Triathlon in Bowling Green, featuring a pool swim, road bike, and park run, plus a Kids Triathlon.

  • Competitive
Sun, Aug 30, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT17.35 MilesBowling Green, KY
Push PotentialTRIATHLON

Course · Road · Rolling · Family-oriented

Run For Sight 5K Presented by GGC Eyes and Clinic Optical

A long-standing Labor Day tradition, this event offers a 5K, 2 Mile Walk, and Bubble Run, with all proceeds supporting local eyesight conservation.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • For a Cause
Mon, Sep 7, 2026, 8:05 AM CDT5KBowling Green, KY
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

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

Earn a finisher medal and show off your creative side at this multi-distance event, featuring awards and a fun best costume contest.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (39)

Tackle a multi-loop gravel course in Bowling Green, earn a medal, and show off your best costume.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Flat · Timed race

MuuvWell Hot Rod 24 Hour Ultra

A 24-hour ultra on a .31-mile baseball park concourse loop, offering a unique endurance test with a fun, supportive party vibe.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 8:00 AM CDTBowling Green, KY
RUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (41)

A festive October run on a gravel course, featuring a costume contest and finisher medals.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Rolling · Timed race

Haunted Horsepower 5K Run/Walk

Experience a flat, fast 5K on a motorsports park track, complete with chip timing and awards, all under a fun, spooky theme.

  • Inaugural
  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT3.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
EasygoingRUN

Course · Walkers welcome

Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43)

A festive October run on a gravel course, featuring a costume contest and finisher medals in Bowling Green, KY.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Oct 24, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Flat · Timed race

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (44)

Celebrate Halloween weekend with a costume run on a gravel course, earning a finisher medal in Bowling Green, KY.

  • Fun
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Oct 31, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT13.1 MilesBowling Green, KY
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Rolling · Timed race

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