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Louisville H.E.R.O. Run/Walk/Ruck 5k

📅 May 29, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Louisville · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (May 30, 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

6.2 mi3.1 mi100 m

About

The Louisville H.E.R.O. Run/Walk/Ruck 5k takes place at the University of Louisville in Louisville, Kentucky, on May 29, 2027. The 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk/ruck and the 10K (6.2 miles) run/ruck start at 8:00 a.m., preceded at 7:45 a.m. by a free 100-meter fun run for kids 8 and under.

H.E.R.O. stands for Honor Earned, Remembrance Owed, and the event honors fallen military heroes. Proceeds go to Volunteers of America Mid-States and the Salute to Service Scholarship Fund. This family-friendly event offers several ways to take part and awards; registration carries a fee, with special provisions for military personnel and veterans. Finishers receive a unique medal, and the event supports veteran-led charities while raising awareness of local organizations.

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