Grey Matters 5K/10K/Virtual Race 2026 — Whitesburg, KY

Date
May 16, 2026
Location
Whitesburg, KY
Venue
360 Main Street
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $35.00
Events
5K, 10K, Virtual 5K Race, Virtual 10K Race
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Grey Matters 5K/10K/Virtual Race takes place at 360 Main Street in Whitesburg, Kentucky on May 16, 2026. Runners can choose between a 1-mile or 6.2-mile distance, with the race starting at 8:00 AM. Entry fees range from $30 to $35. The event offers flexibility for participants who prefer to run in person or participate virtually. Whitesburg is located in eastern Kentucky's mountain region, providing access to the broader Appalachian area. Athletes traveling to this event should plan accommodations in or near Whitesburg and arrange parking near the downtown venue.

From the Race Organizer
The 9th annual Grey Matters 5K/10K/virtual race will be held in Downtown Whitesburg, Kentucky on Saturday, May 16th, 2026. For those of you who will be unable to travel to us, we will continue to offer the virtual option this year. We are thrilled to be in our ninth year and look forward to once again bring people who have been affected by brain cancer and members of the community together to help spread awareness of the disease. Proceeds from this year's event will go to the Letcher County group ICAN, who helps people in need, including cancer patients, and another organization chosen by our honoree, who we are pleased to announce is Miss Ella Johnson.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Grey Matters 5K/10K/Virtual Race 2026 — Whitesburg, KY?

Grey Matters 5K/10K/Virtual Race 2026 — Whitesburg, KY takes place on May 16, 2026. The race is held in Whitesburg, Kentucky.

Where is Grey Matters 5K/10K/Virtual Race 2026 — Whitesburg, KY held?

Grey Matters 5K/10K/Virtual Race 2026 — Whitesburg, KY is held at 360 Main Street in Whitesburg, Kentucky.

Where can I find hotels near Grey Matters 5K/10K/Virtual Race 2026 — Whitesburg, KY?

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