
Run to River Days 5K Run/Walk is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Mount Vernon, IN, with entry fees from $10 to $25.
From the Organizer
Join us in kicking off your Saturday morning at the annual Mt. Vernon River Days Festival with a 5K run/walk.
When: September 12, 2026 at 730am
Late Registration and packet pickup will open at 645am
Where : Registration will be located at the Posey County Courthouse in Mt. Vernon
(300 Main Street, Mt Vernon IN 47620)
Participants will receive a T-shirt if signed up prior to August 14th!
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
83°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mt Vernon.
Host City
Nearest Airport
EVV
Evansville Regional Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 119 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Run to River Days 5K Run/Walk
Sep 12, 2026