Bluegrass Reaper Challenge
- Date
- August 29, 2026
- Location
- Berea City Park, Berea, KY
- Distance
- 50K · Marathon · Half Marathon & more
From the Organizer
It's a 2.6 mile loop. You have 40 minutes to do it. Laps start every 40 minutes. The faster you run, the more time you have to rest. Can you beat the clock? Can you beat the heat? Can you beat the Reaper?
Five distance options:
- 50K (12 x 2.6mi)
- 50K Relay (Teams of 2-5)
- Marathon (10 x 2.6mi)
- Half (5 x 2.6mi)
- 10K (3 x 2.6)
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
85°
Typical Low
65°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Berea College.
Host City
About Berea, KY
Population
15,557
as of 2023
Elevation
1,010 ft
Nearest Airport
LEX
Blue Grass Airport · 36 mi
Major Hub
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 89 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Bluegrass Reaper Challenge, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Bluegrass Reaper Challenge?
- Bluegrass Reaper Challenge is a running race held in Berea, Kentucky on August 29, 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 Bluegrass Reaper Challenge?
- Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Berea, Kentucky at Berea City Park, Berea, KY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Bluegrass Reaper Challenge?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Bluegrass Reaper Challenge
Aug 29, 2026