
Thru the Ville 5K is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Louisville, KY, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Thru the Ville 5K, the final race in Mayor Craig Greenberg's Planet Fitness Mayorthon Race Series!
The race kicks off at 9 a.m. at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium, guiding runners on a unique course that highlights some of the most iconic landmarks on the University of Louisville campus.
All participants will enjoy professional chip timing, a commemorative long-sleeve Thru the Ville 5K race shirt and a custom finisher’s medal.
Packet Pickup
Planet Fitness
3181 S. 2nd Street, Louisville, KY 40208
Thursday, Oct. 22: 5 – 7 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 23: 12 – 6 p.m.
L&N Stadium – Bronze Lot F (near the start line)
Saturday, Oct. 24 (Race Morning): 8 – 8:45 a.m.
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
67°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Louisville Intl Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
537 ft
Nearest Airport
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Thru the Ville 5K
Oct 24, 2026