Louisville Pure Tap® 5K 2026 — Louisville, KY

Date
August 29, 2026
Location
Louisville, KY
Venue
3005 River Road
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $45.00
Events
Louisville Pure Tap® 5K
Includes
Louisville Pure Tap® 5K short-sleeve shirt - MEN'S SIZING
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Registration for the Louisville Pure Tap® 5K costs between $30 and $45. The event takes place on August 29, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky, at 3005 River Road, with a typical start time of 8:30 AM. The race offers a 1-mile distance, making it accessible for runners seeking a shorter, focused effort. This running event provides a straightforward option for athletes traveling to Louisville during late summer.

From the Race Organizer
The Louisville Pure Tap® 5K, presented by the Louisville Water Company, begins and ends at the home of Louisville’s award-winning drinking water: Louisville Water Tower (3005 River Road). This family-friendly race follows a scenic course running east and west along River Road. The race will start at 8:30 a.m. on Aug. 29, 2026. It will be professionally chip-timed, and all participants will receive a commemorative Louisville Pure Tap® 5K short-sleeved race shirt and a custom finisher medal. Once again this year, participants are invited to bring their dogs along for the run. There is an additional $10 fee to register dogs, available as a race add-on, with proceeds benefiting Friends of Louisville Metro Animal Services. Registered dogs will receive a special bandana to recognize their participation. After the race, join us for the after-pawty from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at Club K9 Dog Park Bar (9316 Taylorsville Road). Dogs bringing their collapsible bowl get their owners in for free. All dogs must be spayed or neutered and provide proof of rabies, distemper and bordetella vaccinations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Louisville Pure Tap® 5K 2026 — Louisville, KY?

Louisville Pure Tap® 5K 2026 — Louisville, KY takes place on August 29, 2026. The race is held in Louisville, Kentucky.

Where is Louisville Pure Tap® 5K 2026 — Louisville, KY held?

Louisville Pure Tap® 5K 2026 — Louisville, KY is held at 3005 River Road in Louisville, Kentucky.

Where can I find hotels near Louisville Pure Tap® 5K 2026 — Louisville, KY?

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