Nelson County Up and Running 5K
Nelson County Up and Running 5K is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Bardstown, KY.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (36 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for the Nelson County Up & Running 5K. We believe people working together is our super power and we look forward to sharing the morning with you at Thomas Nelson High School. Here are the details for the event:
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Location: Thomas Nelson High School
Race Start: 8:00 AM
Packet Pickup: Begins at 7:00 AM
The course for 2026 is a light trail event and utilizes Thomas Nelson's Cross Country Course. Strollers are not advised.
Event Details
This event benefits the Nelson County Schools UP Foundation and the Imagination Library, helping children across Nelson County build brighter futures through literacy and educational opportunities. Learn more at theupfoundation.net.
Registration
FREE ENTRY – Donations are encouraged to support the Imagination Library:
$25 = Fund One Child For A Year
$50 = Fund Two Children For A Year
$100 = Fund Four Children For A Year
Or any amount you choose
T-Shirts
Commemorative race tees are available for $15 (sales tax included) .
Adult Sizes: 2XL, XL, L, M, S
Child Sizes: XS, S, M, L
Deadline to order: October 2, 2026
Awards
Awards will be given to the Top Male & Female Finishers in each age group:
12 & Under
13–18
19–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60 & Older
Why Join?
Dress up as your favorite superhero 🦸♀️🦸♂️
Support literacy and education in Nelson County
Fun, family-friendly atmosphere
Walkers, runners, and superheroes of all ages are welcome!
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
69°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bardstown 5e, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bardstown, KY
Population
13,673
as of 2023
City Elevation
585 ft
Nearest Airport
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 29 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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36
Days to train
- Race
- Nelson County Up and Running 5K
- Date
- October 17, 2026
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Nelson County Up and Running 5K
Oct 17, 2026