Your Summer 5K Guide for Races in Vanderburgh and Warrick County
Are You a Runner? Here Are Some Races Coming Up Around Evansville and Newburgh
I know it's hot, but sometimes the best way to enjoy the heat is to get a good sweat in while soaking up the sun at the same time. If you are like me and something on your summer bucket list is to run a 5K, there are still a few chances to make it happen around Vanderburgh and Warrick counties.
Since we’re already past the Fourth of July and halfway through this year, I skipped the races that have already happened and pulled together a list of what’s still ahead as of July 7th. Some of these are traditional 5Ks, some are run/walks, and a few are tied to community causes or local events, which makes them a little more fun if you’re not exactly trying to break any speed records. And please, let us know on our app or in the comments if I missed one.
July: Waymaker Miracles 5K Run/Walk in Newburgh
The first local race still on the calendar is the Waymaker Miracles 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 25, at Friedman Park in Newburgh. This one also includes a 1-mile family fun walk, a virtual option, and a kids' dash, so it feels more like a community event than a hardcore race morning. It benefits Waymaker Miracles, which supports couples facing infertility through financial assistance, prayer, and support.
August: A couple of Evansville 5Ks are on the schedule
Once August rolls around, and believe me, it will be here sooner rather than later, there are a couple more running opportunities in the area.
First up is Steps for Sobriety 5K in Evansville on Saturday, August 8. It’s listed as a 5K with a 1-mile option, so it could be a good fit whether you want to run or just take part at a slower pace. Believe me, I am right there with you. I am not a long-distance runner, I stop and walk a lot, but that's what's great about these 5Ks, most of them have a chance to just walk a mile if you don't want to run the full 3 miles. It shows up on both local race calendars and Fleet Feet’s Evansville-area listings.
Then on Saturday, August 15, there’s The Wurst Race 5K in Evansville. This one also shows up on local race listings for Vanderburgh County and gives you another option if you miss the earlier August race or just want to keep the momentum going.
September: Labor Day brings another local option
If you’re looking a little farther out, September has at least one big local option with the Evansville Labor Day Run/Walk on Monday, September 7. That event includes a 5K, plus a 10K and 15K if you’re feeling ambitious. It’s one of the bigger recurring race events on the local calendar and is already open for registration.
So what’s still ahead after July 7?
If you’re keeping score, here’s the short version of the local 5Ks still ahead in Vanderburgh and Warrick counties right now:
- July 25 Waymaker Miracles 5K Run/Walk, Newburgh
- August 8 Steps for Sobriety 5K, Evansville
- August 15 The Wurst Race 5K, Evansville
- September 7 Evansville Labor Day Run/Walk 5K, Evansville
You may have missed the July 4 races, but there are still several local chances to lace up and do a 5K before summer is over. Whether you want a family-friendly event in Newburgh, a cause-driven race in Evansville, or just a reason to get outside and move a little more, there are still a few good options on the calendar between now and Labor Day.
Sources
Fleet Feet Evansville/Newburgh race listings
Running in the USA Evansville upcoming race calendar
Running in the USA Newburgh-area 5K listings
Evansville Labor Day Run registration page
Fleet Feet Evansville 5K listings including Waymaker Miracles
Evansville Thirst Responders Cool Down the EVV Runway
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