On the Hill 5K
On the Hill 5K is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Saint Meinrad, IN.
- Date
- September 19, 2026 (22 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN, will host an in-person and virtual On the Hill 5K walk/run on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Registration is now open for the event.
Registration is $20 per person before September 1, and $25 after. Children ages 17 and under are $10 each before September 1, and $15 after.
All participants who pre-register will receive a free t-shirt. The registration form is at https://wellness.saintmeinrad.edu/event/on-the-hill-5k-3/.
The On the Hill 5K begins at 8:30 a.m. Central time, with registration open at 7:30 a.m. The start/finish line is at the former Archabbey Gift Shop building along Indiana State Road 545.
Parking is available in the Abbey Caskets and former Gift Shop parking lots.
This year’s On the Hill 5K will feature chip timing, thanks to a partnership with To the Finish, LLC, to ensure accurate results and a smoother experience for all participants, whether running or walking.
Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female in each age range (under 12, 12-17, 18-30, 31-50, 50+), as well as attendance prizes (must be present to win).
Participants are welcome to join the Saint Meinrad monks for Mass in the Archabbey Church before the race at 7:30 a.m. (running clothes are welcome).
Proceeds from this year’s On the Hill 5K will aid Saint Meinrad’s Wellness Program.
The Wellness Program supports the health and well-being of Saint Meinrad monks, students, and co-workers through personal training, weight management, wellness coaching, presentations, and other events.
For more information, contact Jill Memmer at 812-357-6616 or jmemmer@saintmeinrad.edu.
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
81°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Saint Meinrad.
Host City
About Saint Meinrad, IN
Nearest Airport
OWB
Owensboro Daviess County Airport · 35 mi
Major Hub
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 59 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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On the Hill 5K
Sep 19, 2026