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Hometown Christmas 5K

Hometown Christmas 5K is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Leitchfield, KY, with an entry fee of $20.

Date
December 5, 2026 (26 days to go)
Location
810 Nature Trail, Leitchfield, KY
Price
$20
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Join us in Leitchfield, Kentucky during Hometown Christmas Saturday! Kick off the day with a 5K through beautiful James D. Beville City Park, then stay in town for the Hometown Christmas Parade and Christmas on the Square shopping event that evening!

Adding a Race Shirt is OPTIONAL. You will have the choice to add it during registration for an additional $15. Last day to order a shirt is Tuesday, November 24.

We will take registrations onsite up until 8:30am on Race Day! Packet Pick-up and Registration will be at the James D. Beville / Leitchfield City Park Pavilion.

Awards given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Male and Female in each age division. Age Divisions: 8 & Under, 9-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Up.

Events

Hometown Christmas 5K$20
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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

48°

Typical Low

25°

Chance of Rain

35%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Leitchfield 2 N, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:44 AMSunset 4:27 PMDaylight 9h 42m

About Leitchfield, KY

Population

6,434

as of 2023

City Elevation

666 ft

Nearest Airport

OWB

Owensboro Daviess County Airport · 51 mi

Major Hub

SDF

Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 58 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

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26

Days to train

Race
Hometown Christmas 5K
Date
December 5, 2026
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Get Ready for Race Day

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hometown Christmas 5K?
Hometown Christmas 5K is a running race held in Leitchfield, Kentucky on December 5, 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 Hometown Christmas 5K?
Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Leitchfield, Kentucky at 810 Nature Trail. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Hometown Christmas 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Hometown Christmas 5K

Dec 5, 2026

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