
IHR Ice Cream Run
Tue, Jul 14, 2026, 6:30 PM EDT
- Location
- Louisville, KY
- 1080 Amphitheater Rd, 40214
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run a scenic 5K through Iroquois Park, then cool down with complimentary ice cream and community camaraderie.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Quirky
Great for
- Beginner Friendly
- Family Friendly
Join the IHR Ice Cream Run for a delightful 5K experience in Louisville's Iroquois Park. This family-friendly community event invites runners of all levels to enjoy a scenic, rolling course around the park's base, free from traffic. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or completing your first 5K, you'll find a welcoming atmosphere. The best part? Cool down after your summer run with complimentary ice cream, and stay to socialize with fellow runners.
What to expect
- Enjoy a welcoming, family-friendly 5K on a rolling course.
- Challenge yourself for a new personal record or complete your first 5K.
- Cool down post-race with complimentary ice cream and community socializing.
Standout details
- Post-race ice cream for all
- Family-friendly community event
- Rolling course with ample beauty
- Opportunity to break a PR
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Tue, Jul 14, 6:30 PM EDT · From $6.30
Opens Jan 21, 2026, 2:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 13, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
- 5K
Tue, Jul 14, 6:30 PM EDT · From $6.30
Opens Jan 22, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 14, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
warm-day exposure
- Rolling area
- Warm season
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Rolling
- Family-oriented
From the organizer
First we run, then we eat ice cream!
Join us on Tuesday, July 14th for this fun 5k. The race starts at 6:30 p.m. near the Iroquois Amphitheater. We recommend getting there early to allow plenty of time for parking and check-in. This family friendly community event brought to you by the Iroquois Hill Runners provides the perfect opportunity to come out and attempt your first 5K or put your yourself to the test and break a PR. The rolling course around the base of Iroquois Park is full of ample beauty to enjoy while avoiding the hustle and bustle of traffic.
DID SOMEBODY SAY Ice Cream?
YES! Iroquois Hill Runners will be providing Ice Cream to all of those who join us. What a great way to cool down after a warm summer race. Sign up, Run and Stay to hang out with the community and socialize for a while.
Packet Pick-Up
Packet pick-up will be on-site prior to the race start. We will be setup about 5 PM to Check-in participants and assists with race day registrations. We do ask that if at all possible, please register early or on your phone to save time in line for race day registration.
Parking
Iroquois Park has ample parking at the amphitheater and playground to accommodate everyone. PLEASE DO NOT park on the grass.
Course Description
Starting near the Iroquois Park Amphitheater the race rides the rolling hills at the base of Iroquois Park finishing next to the Amphitheater parking lot.
Stay Hydrated & Stay Safe
Summer weather can get a bit warm in Louisville. Be sure to hydrate well before, during and after the race. We will have bottled water available at the finish line.
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