Bourbon & Beyond 5K
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Distance
- Bourbon & Beyond 5K
From the Organizer
The 2026 Bourbon & Beyond 5K takes place at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, at the Kentucky Expo Center (937 Phillips Ln.).
Pre-race festivities begin at 7 a.m. with music, light snacks and refreshments, giving runners and walkers plenty of time to warm up before the race begins at 8 a.m.
The course winds through the Kentucky Exposition Center grounds and Kentucky Kingdom, featuring a special Bourbon & Beyond playlist along the way. Participants will also enjoy live music at the finish line from the 2024 Bourbon & Beyond Battle of the Strings winner, Bourbon Revival.
The race will be professionally chip-timed, and all participants will receive a commemorative Bourbon & Beyond 5K short-sleeve race shirt and a custom finisher medal.
Packet Pick-Up
Packet pick-up will be held at Planet Fitness (4025 Poplar Level Rd., Louisville, KY 40213):
Thursday, Sept. 24 | 5 – 8 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 25 | 12 – 6 p.m.
Race Morning Packet Pick-Up
Kentucky Exposition Center (near the start line in Parking Lot E2):
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 7 – 7:45 a.m.
Distances & Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Bourbon & Beyond 5K?
- Bourbon & Beyond 5K is a running event held in Louisville, KY. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Bourbon & Beyond 5K?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Louisville, KY at 937 Phillips Ln. , Louisville, KY. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Bourbon & Beyond 5K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Bourbon & Beyond 5K
Sep 26, 2026