Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend 2027 — Louisville, KY

Date
April 23, 2027
Location
Louisville, KY
Venue
City of Louisville
Start Time
7:00 PM
Entry Fee
$45.00 – $325.00
Events
Humana miniMarathon, Humana Marathon, Humana Marathon Relay, Kentucky Derby Festival 5K Presented by First Urology, Humana Virtual miniMarathon, Humana Virtual Marathon
Includes
T-Shirt | Humana miniMarathon T-Shirt | Humana Marathon T-shirt
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Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend offers three running distances at entry prices ranging from $45 to $325. The event takes place in Louisville, Kentucky on April 23, 2027, with a typical start time of 7:00 PM. Runners can choose from a 1-mile option, a half marathon, or the full 26.2-mile marathon distance. The races are part of the Kentucky Derby Festival programming and operate within the City of Louisville.

From the Race Organizer
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon & Marathon is a long-standing tradition held every spring in Kentucky. It has become the largest annual day of road racing in the state. As 2027 marks the 54th annual miniMarathon and 26th annual Marathon, the Festival looks forward to another historic event. Participants will start at Louisville Slugger Field in downtown Louisville and run through numerous neighborhoods, experiencing all aspects of our wonderful city, including a run through the infield of historic Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby. Then cross the finish line where they will be greeted by family and friends for our post-race party! Back for 2027 is the Kentucky Derby Festival 5K presented by First Urology, taking place on Friday, April 24th at 7pm. This race, which debuted in 2025, is an exciting addition to the Race Weekend and also gives runners the opportunity to complete the KDF Race Challenge by completing the 5K on Friday, then either the mini or Marathon on Saturday for a 3rd medal! Participants will also have the opportunity to participate in our virtual race, which will allow runners who cannot join us in Louisville to complete the mini or full marathon wherever is convenient for them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend 2027 — Louisville, KY?

Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend 2027 — Louisville, KY takes place on April 23, 2027. The race is held in Louisville, Kentucky.

Where is Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend 2027 — Louisville, KY held?

Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend 2027 — Louisville, KY is held at City of Louisville in Louisville, Kentucky.

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