Run Morehead 5K
Events
| 5k Run/Walk : 5K |
| Virtual Runner/Walker : 3.1 miles |
- Race Date: Friday, July 3, 2026
- Start Time: 12:00 am
- Address: Rowan County Arts Center
- City/State/Zip:Morehead, Kentucky 40351
- Country: USA
The Summer Twilight 5K is Back!
The 6th Annual Run Morehead 5K will be on Friday, July 3, 2026!
Race Time- 6 p.m.
Day of Packet Pickup- 4:30-5:45 p.m.
Location- Rowan County Arts Center
Day Before Packet Pickup- Thursday, July 2nd - 5-7 p.m. at Morehead Police Department 309. West Main St. across from Walgreens After a glowing success in past years, we’re lighting up the the night once again!
This isn’t just a race- it’s a party with a purpose. All proceeds benefit Shop With a Cop, a heartwarming program where our local officers take children shopping for holiday gifts. Walkers are welcomed as are strollers and dogs on fixed length leashes. Music, food, and other festivities will be set up at the start/finish.
Shirts will be long-sleeved sizes S- 3X. If you need another size please check with us for the possibility. Enjoy a run, walk, or stroll through Morehead as a part of the city initiative to keep people moving. The event will kick off at the Rowan County Art Center. Lace up and let’s make a difference- one glowing step at a time! RACE FEATURES:
Race Time- 6 p.m.
Day of Packet Pickup- 4:30-5:45 p.m.
Location- Rowan County Arts Center
Day Before Packet Pickup- Thursday, July 2nd - 5-7 p.m. at Morehead Police Department 309. West Main St. across from Walgreens After a glowing success in past years, we’re lighting up the the night once again!
This isn’t just a race- it’s a party with a purpose. All proceeds benefit Shop With a Cop, a heartwarming program where our local officers take children shopping for holiday gifts. Walkers are welcomed as are strollers and dogs on fixed length leashes. Music, food, and other festivities will be set up at the start/finish.
Shirts will be long-sleeved sizes S- 3X. If you need another size please check with us for the possibility. Enjoy a run, walk, or stroll through Morehead as a part of the city initiative to keep people moving. The event will kick off at the Rowan County Art Center. Lace up and let’s make a difference- one glowing step at a time! RACE FEATURES:
- Closed scenic course through downtown Morehead
- Commemorative race shirt and finisher's medal
- 5K and Virtual Participant options
- Free Race Photos
- Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in the following AGs (0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
- Food, Fun, & Fellowship
- Social Teams to expand your race experience
- Chip Timing by RaceRise
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