Blackberry Festival 5K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · Fastest Kid in Town · Virtual Runner/Walker
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+
PACKET PICKUP: Our packet pickup will be on race morning (Saturday, July 4th) from 6:30-7:45am in downtown Carlisle.
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- What is the Blackberry Festival 5K?
- Blackberry Festival 5K is a running event held in Carlisle, KY. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Blackberry Festival 5K?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Carlisle, KY at Nicholas County Courthouse, Carlisle, KY. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Blackberry Festival 5K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Blackberry Festival 5K
Jul 4, 2026