
Run to River Days 5K Run/Walk is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Mount Vernon, IN, with entry fees from $15 to $25.
From the Organizer
Join us to kick off Saturday at the annual Mt . Vernon River Days.
Get your run/walk in around downtown Mt Vernon and then head
down to shop, eat, and enjoy all the festivities included in the weekend!
When: Sept 12th at 8am for
1.5/3.1 mile / 7:55 Tots Run
Late Registration and packet pickup will open at 7am
Where : Registration will be located at the Posey County Courthouse in Mt. Vernon
(300 Main Street, Mt Vernon IN 47620)
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
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
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run to River Days 5K Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Mount Vernon than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Run to River Days 5K Run/Walk
Sep 12, 2026