Run for the Hungry is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Madisonville, KY, with entry fees from $10 to $25.
From the Organizer
In the event that an overall winner also wins their age group, they will not receive two prizes, the next runner to finish in that category will receive the prize.
In order to give as much money as possible to the food bank, we are choosing to pass the processing fees on to our participants. ($2.20 per 5k runner.) The more people you sign up at one time, the lower the overall processing fees, so get the whole family out and start a new Thanksgiving tradition!
Middle and High School XC and Track teams can receive a 10% discount - Coaches please email irunforthehungry@gmail.com
Would your business like to sponsor the Run for the Hungry? Please email irunforthehungry@gmail.com for sponsorship details.
Would your business/group like to volunteer and help us make this a fun and well organized event? We need volunteers for packet pick-up on Wednesday, November 25th from 11:30am - 3:30pm. On race day we need volunteers to help with set-up (6:30am-8:00am), tear down (9:45am-10:30am), packet pick-up, road crossing (adults only) to keep runners safe as they cross the roads during the race. Groups of 5 or more will be entitled to some sponsor benefits, such as their group or business name on race t-shirts. Volunteers must be over 18 unless accompanied by an adult at all times.
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
54°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Madisonville, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
19,442
as of 2023
City Elevation
471 ft
Nearest Airport
OWB
Owensboro Daviess County Airport · 34 mi
Major Hub
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 95 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run for the Hungry, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Plan your trip
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Run for the Hungry
Nov 26, 2026