Candace’s Cause 5K 2026 — Louisville, KY

Date
May 16, 2026
Location
Louisville, KY
Venue
Cherokee Park
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $25.00
Events
Candace’s Cause 5K, Candace’s Cause FREE Kids 5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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Candace's Cause 5K starts at 9:00 AM, giving you a reasonable window to arrive in Louisville without an early wake-up. The 1-mile run takes place at Cherokee Park on May 16, 2026. Entry costs range from free to $25, making it an accessible option for travelers on varying budgets. If you're in town for a longer racing weekend, this shorter distance works well as a tune-up effort or a casual morning activity before heading to other commitments. Louisville's location in Kentucky puts you within reasonable driving distance of several regional races if you're planning a multi-race trip.

From the Race Organizer
Beautiful Cherokee Park in Louisville will once again host the "Candace's Cause 5K". Enjoy the park's many landmarks and points of interest, all the while walking and/or running to support a worthwhile organization dedicated to finding a cure for DIPG - a rare form of pediatric brain tumor that has affected so many of our kids in this region. This year's race is being ran on DIPG Awareness Day throughout the Commonwealth. Packet Pickup Packet Pickup will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 8 to 9 am at Cherokee Park. Race Information The run will begin at 9 am EDT at Cherokee Park. The start and finish are at the water fountain at the rugby field on the Scenic loop near Baringer Hill Path. Registration Registration is $25 per runner. Runners who register through May 1, 2026, will receive a free race-day t-shirt. (Due to t-shirt printing deadlines, shirts cannot be guaranteed after the 5/1/26 date) Online registration will remain open until the 9 am start time of the event. Register

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Candace’s Cause 5K 2026 — Louisville, KY?

Candace’s Cause 5K 2026 — Louisville, KY takes place on May 16, 2026. The race is held in Louisville, Kentucky.

Where is Candace’s Cause 5K 2026 — Louisville, KY held?

Candace’s Cause 5K 2026 — Louisville, KY is held at Cherokee Park in Louisville, Kentucky.

Where can I find hotels near Candace’s Cause 5K 2026 — Louisville, KY?

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