Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend
When is Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend?
Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend takes place on Friday, April 24, 2026 in Louisville, KY.
What distances does Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend offer?
Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend offers 8 events: Kentucky Derby Festival 5K Presented by First Urology, Humana miniMarathon, Humana Virtual miniMarathon, Humana Virtual Marathon, Humana Marathon, Humana Marathon Relay, KDF Race Challenge 5K & Humana minMarathon, KDF Race Challenge 5K & Humana Marathon.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Derby Festival 5K Presented by First Urology | 3.1 mi | $45.00 | Register |
| Humana miniMarathon | 13.1 mi | $110.00 | Register |
| Humana Virtual miniMarathon | 13.1 mi | $50.00 | Register |
| Humana Virtual Marathon | 26.2 mi | $50.00 | Register |
| Humana Marathon | 26.2 mi | $120.00 | Register |
| Humana Marathon Relay | 26.2 mi | $325.00 | Register |
| KDF Race Challenge 5K & Humana minMarathon | — | $155.00 | Register |
| KDF Race Challenge 5K & Humana Marathon | — | $165.00 | Register |
How much does Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend cost?
Registration for Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend starts at $100.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend held?
Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend is held in Louisville, KY at City of Louisville.
About Kentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend
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 2026 marks the 53rd annual miniMarathon and 25th 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 2026 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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