Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K
Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K is a running race on July 3, 2027 in Dry Ridge, KY, with entry fees from $20 to $40.
- Date
- July 3, 2027 (345 days to go)
- Location
- 31 Broadway St, Dry Ridge, KY
- Price
- $20–$40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Ridge Runners Racing, in partnership with Big Rex Fireworks, proudly presents the 2nd Annual Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K and Little Rex’s Kids Fun Run (.76 mile). This event will take place on Saturday July 3, 2027 in cooperation with the city of Dry Ridge, Kentucky.
Little Rex’s Kids Fun Run (.76 mile) will start at 8:30 AM followed by Big Rex’s Bottle Rocket 5K at 9:00 AM. Both races will start at the City Building and finish inside Piddle Park (check out the Course Maps section for more details).
Don’t forget to bring your lawn chair and/or blanket so you can hang out afterward at the Post-Race Party at Piddle Park and enjoy food and drink from a variety of vendors while listening to live music by Nashville recording artist Taylor Henry (10:00 AM-12:00 PM) as we celebrate 250 years of independence in our beloved nation. The live concert will take place immediately following our awards presentation at the stage adjacent to the basketball courts. You can learn more about Grant County native Taylor Henry by checking out his website. https://www.itsmetaylorhenry.com/
“Come Blast Off With Us” on Saturday, July 3rd!
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
66°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Williamstown, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Dry Ridge, KY
City Elevation
887 ft
Nearest Airport
CVG
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 24 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K
Jul 3, 2027