On 25 April 2026, the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival mini & Marathon returns as part of the Louisville Derby Festival weekend. Runners can choose between the mini Marathon (half marathon) and the full Marathon, both starting downtown near the Louisville Slugger Field and sharing much of the course before the marathon splits off. The route is primarily road, passing through the city’s historic districts, parks, the infield of Churchill Downs, and scenic park systems. The marathon course also extends into Louisville’s South End and goes through Iroquois Park. With flat sections suitable for quick paces and iconic local landmarks, the event combines competitive appeal with a rich local flavor.
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The Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay is held on April 25, 2026, alongside the full marathon, organized by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. Relay teams of up to 5 runners complete different legs of the 26.2-mile marathon course, with designated exchange points, finishing at the same line as the solo marathoners.
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon is also organized by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation, set for Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Starting at 7:00 AM from Main Street near Louisville Slugger Field, the full marathon loops through downtown, South End, Iroquois Park, and returns via the same finish line at Preston & Witherspoon Streets, with a 6-hour finish cut-off.
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon is organized by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation, and in 2026 it will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. The mini and Marathon start simultaneously at 7:00 AM from Main Street near Louisville Slugger Field, and the half splits from the full course after about 11 miles, finishing at Preston & Witherspoon Streets near the Waterfront.
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K is organized by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation and will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Starting earlier than the mini & full, the 5K runs a shorter downtown loop and finishes at Preston & Witherspoon Streets, giving runners access to the same festival atmosphere.
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FAQs
What is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay?
How long is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay?
Where does the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay?
How can I prepare for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay?
The Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay is held on April 25, 2026, alongside the full marathon, organized by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. Relay teams of up to 5 runners complete different legs of the 26.2-mile marathon course, with designated exchange points, finishing at the same line as the solo marathoners.
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay is 42km long.
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
Runna classifies the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay?
The Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay is held on April 25, 2026, alongside the full marathon, organized by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. Relay teams of up to 5 runners complete different legs of the 26.2-mile marathon course, with designated exchange points, finishing at the same line as the solo marathoners.
How long is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay is 42km long.
Where does the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay take place?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay?
Runna classifies the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon Relay?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon?
How long is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon?
Where does the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon is also organized by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation, set for Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Starting at 7:00 AM from Main Street near Louisville Slugger Field, the full marathon loops through downtown, South End, Iroquois Park, and returns via the same finish line at Preston & Witherspoon Streets, with a 6-hour finish cut-off.
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon is 42km long.
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
Runna classifies the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon is also organized by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation, set for Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Starting at 7:00 AM from Main Street near Louisville Slugger Field, the full marathon loops through downtown, South End, Iroquois Park, and returns via the same finish line at Preston & Witherspoon Streets, with a 6-hour finish cut-off.
How long is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon take place?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon?
Runna classifies the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon?
How long is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon?
Where does the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon?
How can I prepare for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon is organized by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation, and in 2026 it will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. The mini and Marathon start simultaneously at 7:00 AM from Main Street near Louisville Slugger Field, and the half splits from the full course after about 11 miles, finishing at Preston & Witherspoon Streets near the Waterfront.
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon is 21km long.
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
Runna classifies the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon is organized by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation, and in 2026 it will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. The mini and Marathon start simultaneously at 7:00 AM from Main Street near Louisville Slugger Field, and the half splits from the full course after about 11 miles, finishing at Preston & Witherspoon Streets near the Waterfront.
How long is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon is 21km long.
Where does the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon take place?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon?
Runna classifies the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K?
How long is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K?
Where does the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K?
How can I prepare for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K is organized by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation and will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Starting earlier than the mini & full, the 5K runs a shorter downtown loop and finishes at Preston & Witherspoon Streets, giving runners access to the same festival atmosphere.
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K is 5km long.
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
Runna classifies the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K is organized by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation and will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Starting earlier than the mini & full, the 5K runs a shorter downtown loop and finishes at Preston & Witherspoon Streets, giving runners access to the same festival atmosphere.
How long is the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K take place?
The Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K?
Runna classifies the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Humana Kentucky Derby Festival 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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