Thrive Empowerment Center - Thrive 5k Walk-Run
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Distance
- Thrive5k · Thrive 5K (11 and Under)
From the Organizer
This is a Chip Timed event!
Thrive 5K is a community-action event in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, supporting all survivors and taking a stand against violence in the Northern Kentucky and greater Cincinnati area. This will take place on October 3, 2026, this event is designed to bring people together in the spirit of promoting healthy relationships and ending domestic abuse.
Participants can expect a fun-filled morning of walking, running, and cheering on others as they complete the 5K course (Race course updated in 2026) in the beautiful Devou Park. With each step, runners and walkers will be making a statement in support of those affected by domestic violence, showing that the community stands with them and is committed to creating a safer, healthier for all. A Community fair will be at the start of the race where people can talk to members of the Thrive Community about the many classes offered at Thrive Empowerment Center along with connecting with local resources offered at ION Center and many more.
The Thrive 5K is a community-action event in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, supporting all survivors and taking a stand against violence in our area.
Join us on October 3, 2026, to take part in this powerful event.
Race registration fees go toward supporting the event; any remaining money will support our Community Fund, which makes it possible for Thrive to provide empowerment programs at no cost to clients of the ION Center for Violence Prevention in Northern Kentucky and others throughout our community.
The categories this year are as follows:
Runner - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winner receive a price in Male, Female, and Non-Binary
Walkers - 1st place for Male, Female, and Non-Binary
Age groups will be as follows: 12-under, 13-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
If you prefer not to run/walk, you can donate directly by clicking the DONATE button or give to Thrive Community Fund through our Sponsor a Warrior program.
T-shirt is only guaranteed if you sign up by 9/17/26. After 9/18/26 it's while supplies last
Strollers are welcome. Please no dogs.
This event is Rain or Shine.
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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
72°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cincinnati Northern Ky Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Covington, KY
Population
40,902
as of 2023
Elevation
674 ft
Nearest Airport
CVG
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 8 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.
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- Race
- Thrive Empowerment Center - Thrive 5k Walk-Run
- Date
- October 3, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Thrive Empowerment Center - Thrive 5k Walk-Run?
- Thrive Empowerment Center - Thrive 5k Walk-Run is a running race held in Covington, Kentucky on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Thrive Empowerment Center - Thrive 5k Walk-Run?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Covington, Kentucky at Devou Park (Volpenhein Shelter), Covington, KY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Thrive Empowerment Center - Thrive 5k Walk-Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Thrive Empowerment Center - Thrive 5k Walk-Run
Oct 3, 2026