Blackberry Festival 5K
Fri, Jul 3, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
- Distance
- 5K
- Type
- Virtual
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run a festive 5K or cheer on the kids at the Blackberry Festival, supporting local tourism in Carlisle.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
Quirky
Festive
For a CauseGreat for
- Beginner Friendly
Beginner FriendlyCelebrate the 4th Annual Blackberry Festival with a spirited 5K run/walk in downtown Carlisle. This event offers a festive atmosphere with food, music, and fellowship, making it a wonderful way to experience the local festival. Runners can choose between an in-person 5K or a virtual option, and kids can join the free 'Fastest Kid in Town' race. Your participation supports Nicholas County Carlisle Tourism.
What to expect
- Join the 5K run/walk through downtown Carlisle, or participate virtually from anywhere.
- Kids 12 and under can enjoy the free 'Fastest Kid in Town' races with participation medals.
- Experience a lively festival atmosphere with food, music, and community fellowship.
Standout details
- Fastest Kid in Town race (free for kids)
- Commemorative race T-shirts
- Free race photos
- Social teams with a prize for largest
Perks & features
- Awards
- Race Photos
- Shirt
Awards
Race Photos
ShirtFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
Join us for the 4th Annual Blackberry Festival 5K at the Carlisle Blackberry Festival!
The 2026 Blackberry Festival 5K is Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 8:00am in the heart of downtown Carlisle. The race will include an in-person 5K run/walk, Fastest Kid in Town race and virtual option. Our 2025 race will support Nicholas County Carlisle Tourism.
RACE FEATURES:
Commemorative race T-shirts Chip timing (Thanks RaceRise!) Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 10-year age groups Free race photos Social teams to expand your race experience (Prize for the largest team) 5K run/walk, Fastest Kid in Town and virtual options Food, fun, music and fellowship in heart of the Carlisle Blackberry Festival FASTEST KID IN TOWN RACES This event is open to all kids 12 and under and is a FREE EVENT. Parents may add on a commemorative shirt for $10. We will have run offs by age (2-12) and then have a final Fastest Kid in Town race with all of the age category winners. Kids will receive a participation medal.
5K AWARDS We will provide awards for the Top 3 M/F Overall Finishers as well as Top 2 M/F in each age group 0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
5K ROUTE MAP
PACKET PICKUP: Our packet pickup will be on race morning (Saturday, July 4th) from 6:30-7:45am in downtown Carlisle.