From the Organizer
The Racer 5K began in 2013, with the mission to have a fun morning running throughout our beautiful campus! It has grown yearly with tremendous community support. The funds raised go to supporting Murray State Cross Country and Track and Field programs.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
More running races in KY
Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Madisonville, KY (22)
Half Marathon · 10K · 5K
Alexis Thompson Memorial 5K/10K
10K · 5K
#FEEDTHEKIDS Beer Mile
Historic White Mills 5K
5K
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Racer 5K?
- Racer 5K is a running event held in Murray, KY. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Racer 5K?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Murray, KY at 1 Gilbert Graves Dr., Murray, KY. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Racer 5K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Racer 5K
Sep 5, 2026