Forkland Festival Fox and Hound 5K 2026 — Gravel Switch, KY

Date
October 10, 2026
Location
Gravel Switch, KY
Venue
16479 Forkland Rd
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
7:42 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00
Events
2026 Forkland Festival Fox and Hound 5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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Experience a trail run unlike anything in the city as you travel through the hills and knobs of the beautiful Forkland Community. Registration includes a ticket to the Forkland Festival pancake breakfast and a T-shirt. After the run, plan to enjoy the festival’s crafts, music, and community atmosphere. The course begins with a challenging quarter-mile climb, continues through open meadows and wooded trails, and finishes with a downhill stretch to the finish line. Unique handmade awards will be presented during the pancake breakfast at the shelter behind the Community Center. Once you experience this one-of-a-kind trail run, you’ll want to come back every year. Prefer to walk? Bring friends and enjoy a scenic countryside stroll. Runners should expect this challenging 5K course to be slower than a flatter road course. Please register by October 1, 2026, to guarantee a 2026 T-shirt. Vintage T-shirts will also be available. New for 2026, we are adding awards for the 70+ age group.

Course & Travel Notes

The Forkland Festival Fox and Hound 5K kicks off at 8:00 AM on October 10th, 2026, in Gravel Switch, Kentucky, so you'll want to arrive early since sunrise that morning is at 7:44 AM. You'll be running at a modest elevation of 902 feet, and typical October weather in the area runs around a high of 71°F and low of 43°F, though there's about a 26% chance of rain on any given day—so pack layers and maybe a light rain jacket just in case. If you're flying in, Blue Grass Airport in Lexington is your closest option at about 40 miles from the venue, giving you a straightforward drive to get to the race.

⛰️ 902 ft elevation☀️ Typically 71°F / 43°F · 26% chance of rain✈️ Blue Grass Airport (LEX) — 39.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Forkland Festival Fox and Hound 5K 2026 — Gravel Switch, KY?

Forkland Festival Fox and Hound 5K 2026 — Gravel Switch, KY takes place on October 10, 2026. The race is held in Gravel Switch, Kentucky.

Where is Forkland Festival Fox and Hound 5K 2026 — Gravel Switch, KY held?

Forkland Festival Fox and Hound 5K 2026 — Gravel Switch, KY is held at 16479 Forkland Rd in Gravel Switch, Kentucky.

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