Berea Runners 5k Trail Race

Berea Runners 5k Trail Race is held in Berea, Kentucky, on October 24, 2026, with one format on the program: a 5K on trails, starting at 9:00 a.m. The mid-morning gun keeps the logistics easy, since you can eat breakfast at home and still have time to find the venue and warm up without rushing.

Trail changes the maths of a 5K. Footing, turns and any rise in the ground cost you time, so compare your result with other trail races rather than with your road personal best. Shoes with a bit of grip matter more than light racing flats, and it helps to practice running relaxed on uneven surfaces in the weeks beforehand. A month of steady running with one weekly harder effort, ideally on similar terrain, is enough to arrive ready to race the distance.