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 Carmel Marathon Weekend
Apr
13
8:00 AM08:00

Carmel Marathon Weekend

Click here to register for the Carmel Marathon Weekend

Come to Carmel, Indiana, voted one of the best small town suburbs in the US. Our unique race-day format includes all race distances utilizing the same start AND finish line! This allows participants to arrive, prepare and start together then easily find each other at the finish. Marathon and half marathon runners start together in the south two lanes with the 10K and 5K together in the north two lanes of City Center Boulevard. The four lanes are separated by a grass medium for 300 yards until the first turn where the courses turn in opposite directions. The official start/finish area and all race activities are located next to the Palladium Music Center, at the corner of 3rd Avenue and City Center Drive. Free parking, beer garden and more. Join us!

Why should you run Carmel?  Here are the most common answers from our runners when surveyed: 

  • One of the flattest Midwestern marathon and half marathon courses in the Spring

  • A race distance for everyone in your running group (offering a marathon, relay, half marathon, 10K & 5K)

  • All races are on Saturday starting at 8:00 AM (10K and 5K) and 8:10 AM (marathon and half)

  • Marathon course is a USATF Certified Boston Qualifier and has consistently been one of the 50 fastest in the US

  • Event offers both marathon AND half marathon pacers with marathon pacers running Boston qualifying times

  • Easy FREE parking at the expo and the start/finish area

  • Great fitting, gender specific shirts that actually breathe and are light weight

  • Custom-designed finisher medals unique for each distance

  • Finish line recovery area features the Indiana Spine Group Pancake Village serving pancakes to runners

  • Official Beer Garden features free beer to celebrate your day

  • Same start and finish location makes it ideal for spectators and families

  • Water and Gatorade approximately every 1.5 miles 

Race Week Details

  • Please click here for all race week information.

  • Upgrades/downgrades and transfers must be completed online by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, April 2. After this date, all changes will need to be made at the Fitness Expo on Friday, April 12. 

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Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon & Marathon
Apr
27
7:00 AM07:00

Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon & Marathon

Click HERE to register for the Kentucky Derby Festival mini-marathon & Marathon

The GE Appliances 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 2024 marks the 51st annual miniMarathon and 23rd 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 at Lynn Family Stadium, home of Louisville FC and Racing Louisville where they will be greeted by family and friends for our post race party!

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.

Additional race information can be found at https://derbyfestivalmarathon.com.

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Crooked Creek Ultra
Dec
7
to Dec 8

Crooked Creek Ultra

Click here to register for the Crooked Creek Ultra

Place

This will take you to the main gate. Continue on that road until it ends in the parking lot of the dining hall. It is a couple of miles, so trust us when we say it ends in the parking lot. :)

Description

Welcome to the Crooked Creek Ultra, an exhilarating trail race set in the heart of Bourbon Country at the picturesque Camp Crooked Creek inside the Harry S. Frazier Scout Reservation. This challenging 12.7-mile loop, boasting over 2,300 feet of elevation gain per lap, promises runners an unforgettable experience through 1,000 acres of rolling hills adorned with a hardwood forest of oak, hickory, and beech trees. As you traverse the course, take in the breathtaking natural views and keep an eye out for the abundant wildlife that calls this scenic landscape home.

The 2024 Crooked Creek Trail Weekend will be on Saturday, December 7th, and Sunday, December 8th. The dates are a little later than normal due to the Thanksgiving Weekend being so late.

The race kicks off and concludes at the start-finish line, nestled near the 70-acre John Barr Lake. The lake provides a serene backdrop to the runner's village, creating a perfect setting for both the starting adrenaline rush and the triumphant finish line celebrations. This legendary trail, typically off-limits to the public, becomes accessible exclusively during the Crooked Creek event.

Choose your challenge from options including the daunting 100 miles (with a 32-hour cutoff), the demanding 50 miles (with a 16-hour cutoff), or opt for the marathon and half marathon distances. For those seeking a taste of the Crooked Creek experience, we also present a special 5K Trail Challenge—a fun and challenging run that offers a sneak peek into the larger race.

The Start/Finish line provides a spacious area for runners to set up their support tents, and participants in the 100-mile and 50-mile challenges can look forward to a unique "Pit Road" experience. This exclusive access point allows your support team to connect with you at the start-finish line and again at the three-mile mark of each loop. To add to the runner's comfort, heated shower houses will be available, ensuring a refreshing post-race experience after conquering the demanding "Crooked Creek Crusher" course.

Conveniently located just 15 minutes from the Louisville International Airport and off Interstate 65 in Shepherdsville, Kentucky, the Crooked Creek Ultra offers an excellent option for runners looking to check a Kentucky event off their list. With multiple lodging options within a 10-minute radius and the availability of (unheated) cabins at Camp Crooked Creek, participants can plan a comfortable stay. For those seeking a more rustic experience, primitive camping options are also available, complete with access to heated bathrooms and the shower house.

As a token of our appreciation for their service, Active Duty Military personnel are eligible for a 15% discount on registration. Simply reach out to us at info@ckracemanagement.com for the exclusive code.

Join us for an unforgettable race experience, where challenging trails, scenic views, and the sweet aroma of Bourbon Country converge at the Crooked Creek Ultra. Get ready to embrace the challenge, and become part of this legendary event!

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Louisville Marathon (Virtual Option)
Nov
14
8:00 AM08:00

Louisville Marathon (Virtual Option)

Here’s how it works:

1. Select the virtual event when you sign up. Your card will be charged at the time of registration. 

2. Conquer your distance on your own, on a course of your choosing on any date from September 18th – November 8th. Remember to print your commemorative bib before taking off on your run!

3. Use your favorite tracking app to or watch to keep track of your mileage and finish time. 

4. Submit your results to be added to the leader board. Learn how to submit your results here. Be sure to print off your finisher certificate after you submit your results! 

5. Get your commemorative event shirt and medal mailed straight to your door!

For more information and to register click here

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Kentucky Derby Festival Mini + Marathon
Apr
27
7:00 AM07:00

Kentucky Derby Festival Mini + Marathon

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Run circles around Louisville in more ways than one, when you register for the Kentucky Derby Festival Minimarathon and Marathon held every year in Louisville, KY...it's the biggest party of the spring!  More than 1.5 million people attending over 70 events.  Come for the race, stay for the party! Run one of the nation's flattest Boston qualifying courses, all while enjoying "one of America's Quirkiest Cities" - TIME Magazine.  Dine in the city voted one of Southern Living's top 100 places to eat. Enjoy Churchill Downs; home to the famous two minutes in sports, or visit one of our numerous museums. What are you waiting for? 

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Land Between the Lakes Trail Runs
Mar
9
6:30 AM06:30

Land Between the Lakes Trail Runs

To know more and register for the race click here.

There are four distances to choose from; 50 mile, 60KM, Marathon, and 23KM. They all begin together, along the shoreline of beautiful Kentucky Lake, and proceed about 2 miles to the fabulous Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, and the trail head. The Canal Loop is an 11.3 mile,  mostly single-track, nicely packed dirt track consisting of rolling hills on the Lake Barkley side of the course, and larger hills on the Kentucky Lake side. The course yields spectacular views of both lakes, and is very runnable. 

Sorry, DOGS are not allowed to run or walk with any participant.

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