Mercy Health Iron Mom Half-Marathon, Relay & 5K

The Mercy Health Iron Mom Half Marathon, Relay & 5K takes place in Paducah, Kentucky, in early May, and every race starts at 7:00 a.m. The half marathon is 13.1 miles, the relay covers the same distance split among teammates, and a 5K gives a shorter option.

Participants support the Family Service Society, a longtime Paducah nonprofit that provides food, clothing and emergency assistance to people in need. Awards are given to overall winners, masters, age groups, top relay teams and 5K finishers. The day combines endurance sport with community support in a welcoming atmosphere. Western Kentucky can be warm and humid by early May, so pace yourself accordingly.