Light the Way Memorial 5K 2026 — Monticello, KY

Date
September 26, 2026
Location
Monticello, KY
Venue
56 Clinton Collins Drive
Start Time
7:00 AM
Sunrise
7:29 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00
Events
5K Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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Dear Participant, Thank you for registering for the Save A Life Day – "Light the Way" Memorial 5K Run & Walk & Recovery Rally! We are excited to have you join us on Saturday, September 26, 2026, as we come together to honor loved ones, celebrate recovery, and raise awareness that hope and healing are possible. Event Details Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026 Time: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Monticello-Wayne County Memorial Park Monticello, KY Event Schedule 6:30 AM: Participant Check-In & Registration 7:30 AM: Opening Ceremony 8:00 AM: Memorial 5K Run & Walk Begins 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Recovery Rally featuring community resources, food trucks, vendor fair, memorial wall, and kids zone What to Bring Comfortable walking or running shoes Weather-appropriate clothing A refillable water bottle (water stations will be available) Your friends and family—we welcome everyone! Whether you're running, walking, honoring someone you've lost, celebrating recovery, or supporting a loved one, your participation helps make a difference in our community. If you have any questions before the event, please contact: Kimberly Posey 📧 kimberly.posey@sperohealth.com Day of Event Contact: 📱 (502) 655-3865 Thank you for being part of this meaningful day. Together, we are helping to reduce stigma, remember those we've lost, celebrate recovery, and inspire hope. We can't wait to see you on September 26!

Course & Travel Notes

Plan for mild early-fall conditions at the Light the Way Memorial 5K in Monticello, Kentucky, where September typically sees highs around 81°F and lows near 57°F, so bring layers for the cool morning start at 9:00 AM just after sunrise at 7:30 AM and be prepared for a roughly 27% chance of rain. The venue sits at 925 feet elevation, a moderate altitude that shouldn't require acclimatization. Fly into Lake Cumberland Regional Airport (SME), located 20.1 miles from the race location, for convenient access to the event.

⛰️ 925 ft elevation☀️ Typically 81°F / 57°F · 27% chance of rain✈️ Lake Cumberland Regional Airport (SME) — 20.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Light the Way Memorial 5K 2026 — Monticello, KY?

Light the Way Memorial 5K 2026 — Monticello, KY takes place on September 26, 2026. The race is held in Monticello, Kentucky.

Where is Light the Way Memorial 5K 2026 — Monticello, KY held?

Light the Way Memorial 5K 2026 — Monticello, KY is held at 56 Clinton Collins Drive in Monticello, Kentucky.

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