Head for the Hills - Festivus 5K and 10K
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (August 15, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
Head for the Hills - Festivus 5K and 10K takes place in Burkesville, Kentucky, as part of the River Festivus festival, with a 10K (6.2 miles) and a 5K (3.1 miles).
Both races start at 8:00 a.m. on August 15, 2027 on a challenging course up Alpine Hill, with options suited to runners and walkers alike.
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