Tracks for Packs 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- Tracks for Packs 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Hosted by Eastside Community Church to benefit the Madison County Backpack Program.
2026 Presenting Sponsor ~ Chenault Vineyards
The annual “Tracks for Packs 5K Run/Walk” is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Richmond Centre in Richmond, Kentucky. This is the 15th Year for Eastside Community Church to host the race as a fundraiser for the Madison County Backpack Program which sends home useful food such as ravioli, soups, fruit snacks, chips, cereal, popcorn, and other snacks for children who may be hungry over the weekend. Learn more about the Backpack Program at www.godsoutreach.org/pages/backpack-program
The Madison County School with the most participants wins $500! Be sure to check the appropriate "team" when you register so that your registration will count for your "team". If your Madison County School is not listed yet, you can create the Team.
Come join us as we raise funds for the Madison County Backpack Program and have fun while doing so!
* T-shirt Deadline *
*Register prior to August 31 at Midnight to get a free t-shirt included*
Race Day Details
Registration begins at 7:00 a.m.
Race Begins at 8:00 a.m.
The race will be chip timed with awards given out immediately following the race.
Events
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
79°
Typical Low
56°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Eastern Kentucky Univ, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Richmond, KY
Population
35,498
as of 2023
Elevation
949 ft
Nearest Airport
LEX
Blue Grass Airport · 26 mi
Major Hub
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 84 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Tracks for Packs 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Tracks for Packs 5K Run/Walk?
- Tracks for Packs 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Richmond, Kentucky on September 19, 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 Tracks for Packs 5K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Richmond, Kentucky at Richmond Centre - 2139 Lantern Ridge Drive, Richmond, KY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Tracks for Packs 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Tracks for Packs 5K Run/Walk
Sep 19, 2026