Big Bad Wolf 5k + Lil' Piggy Run 1 Mile Youth Run
Big Bad Wolf 5k + Lil' Piggy Run 1 Mile Youth Run is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Paducah, KY, with entry fees from $15 to $35.
- Date
- September 26, 2026 (60 days to go)
- Price
- $15–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Since 1995, this 5K Run and Fitness Walk has been a part of Paducah’s Barbecue on the River weekend. This race is regionally renowned for its legendary pig trophies, great t-shirts, and a flat course that you can run or walk your personal best time. This years race brings back the popular corporate team challenge, where the team with the highest average pace gets the coveted traveling trophy, and bragging rights for the year. Don’t forget to bring the kids for the 1 mile youth run! This is a professionally timed event.
- Shirts will be guaranteed for those registered by 9/9.
The race course for the 5K and the 1 mile youth run begins in downtown Paducah at the Paducah Bank main branch, located at 555 Jefferson Street.
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
79°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Brookport Dam 52, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Paducah, KY
Population
26,894
as of 2023
City Elevation
424 ft
Nearest Airport
PAH
Barkley Regional Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 127 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Big Bad Wolf 5k + Lil' Piggy Run 1 Mile Youth Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
60
Days to train
- Race
- Big Bad Wolf 5k + Lil' Piggy Run 1 Mile Youth Run
- Date
- September 26, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Big Bad Wolf 5k + Lil' Piggy Run 1 Mile Youth Run
Sep 26, 2026