Back to School 5K
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $20–$30
From the Organizer
Back to School 5K
Start the school year off strong at the Back to School 5K on Saturday, August 1st at Millennium Park in Danville, Kentucky!
Whether you're a competitive runner, casual walker, student, teacher, parent, or community supporter, this exciting event is the perfect way to celebrate the beginning of a new school year while promoting health, fitness, and education throughout Boyle County.
Participants will enjoy a scenic course through Millennium Park while helping support local students and schools. Bring the entire family for a morning filled with exercise, school spirit, community pride, and plenty of fun.
Event Details
📍 Location: Millennium Park, Danville, KY
📅 Date: Saturday, August 1st
⏰ Start Time: 5K – 8:00 AM
Registration Includes
✔️ Custom Race T-Shirt
✔️ Custom Finisher Medal
✔️ Chip-Timed 5K Results
School Supply Drive
Help us make a difference for local students! Participants and spectators are encouraged to bring school supplies to be donated to local schools and organizations throughout Boyle County. Items such as notebooks, pencils, crayons, backpacks, folders, glue sticks, and other classroom essentials are greatly appreciated.
Awards
🏆 Overall Male & Female Winners
🏆 Top 3 Male & Female in Age Groups 0-9 | 10-19 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70+
Why Participate?
The Back to School 5K is more than just a race—it's a celebration of education, community, and the opportunities that a new school year brings. Whether you're chasing a personal record, walking with friends, supporting local students, or simply enjoying a fun morning at the park, you'll be part of an event that helps set the tone for a successful school year.
Join us at Millennium Park on August 1st as we lace up our running shoes, support local students, and kick off the school year together!
Run. Learn. Succeed.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
87°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Danville, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Danville, KY
Population
17,235
as of 2023
City Elevation
986 ft
Nearest Airport
LEX
Blue Grass Airport · 28 mi
Major Hub
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 64 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Back to School 5K?
- Back to School 5K is a running race held in Danville, Kentucky on August 1, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Back to School 5K?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Danville, Kentucky at 1000 Cunningham Drive. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Back to School 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Back to School 5K
Aug 1, 2026