Kentucky Senior Games 5K

Sat, Aug 15, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Louisville, KY; The Parklands at Floyds Fork, Beckley Creek Park 1411 Beckley Creek Parkway, 40245
Featured distance: 5K
Type: RUN

At a glance

A qualifying 5K for senior athletes aged 40 and over, offering competitive awards and a path to the National Senior Games.

Competitive

The Kentucky Senior Games 5K invites runners aged 40 and over to a competitive race experience in Louisville, KY. This annual event serves as a qualifying opportunity for the 2027 National Senior Games. Participants can vie for awards, with the top three male and female runners in each five-year age group receiving recognition. Kentucky residents who break a standing state record for their age group will also be celebrated on the event's website and Facebook page.

What to expect

A competitive 5K race for runners age 40 and over.Qualify for the 2027 National Senior Games.Awards for top 3 male/female finishers in 5-year age groups.

Standout details

Qualifying race for National Senior Games
Awards for top 3 in 5-year age groups
Recognition for breaking state records
Open to runners age 40 and over

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warm-day exposure

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The course

From the organizer

Go to our website kentuckyseniorgames.com for more information on or annual Kentucky Senior Games 5K for individuals age 40 and over. This year is a qualifying race year to be eligible for the 2027 National Senior Games to be held in Oklahoma.. The top 3 Male/Female Runners in all 5 year age groups receive an award and those Kentucky residents breaking a standing Kentucky record for their age group will be featured on our website and Facebook site.

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