
From the Organizer
This is the 6th annual New Albany 5000. The race tours the recently constructed Ohio River Greenway in downtown New Albany. Proceeds from the race benefit the student-athletes of the New Albany High School cross country team.
Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female finishers.
A course map can be found here
Same day registration will be $30 cash.
Events
Weather
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
89°
Typical Low
70°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Louisville Mcalpine, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
37,589
as of 2023
Elevation
469 ft
Nearest Airport
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 10 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
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Coming Up
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9 miles away
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6 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
New Albany 5000
Aug 1, 2026