Taking place on October 18, 2025, the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon & 5K offers runners a festive and spirited experience rooted in Kentucky’s distilling heritage. The USATF-certified course for the Half Marathon begins at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:15 AM, guiding participants through downtown Louisville and the tree-lined roads of Cherokee Park, finishing near Whiskey Row. All runners receive unique race swag including a bourbon-themed medal and long-sleeve shirt, with the Half Marathon capped at 2,800 participants and the 5K at 500. Walkers are welcome if they can maintain an 18-minute-per-mile pace. The celebration continues with the Urban Bourbon Bash, featuring live music, bourbon tastings, local beer, pizza, soup, and custom awards like handcrafted bourbon barrel heads for age group winners.
Races
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
5 km
5 km
Race Date:
18 October, 2025
The Urban Bourbon Half Marathon is a fall road race with a scenic route starting in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, flowing through riverfront trails and the fall‑famous Cherokee Park Scenic Loop, finishing near the Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse. Organized by the Louisville Sports Commission, it takes place on Saturday, 18 October 2025, starting at S. 6th & W. Main Streets and finishing on S. 4th Street between Jefferson and Liberty Streets in Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
Race Date:
12 October, 2025
The Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon can be completed anytime between October 12–20, 2025, wherever participants choose to run, and is organized by the Louisville Sports Commission. Runners who complete the 13.1 miles during this window will receive race swag and digital finisher recognition while still being part of the festival spirit—even from afar.
Race Date:
18 October, 2025
The 5K Run begins at 8:15 AM on October 18, 2025, also starting downtown and organized by the Louisville Sports Commission. This fast, scenic 5 km route offers minimal elevation change (~30–50 m), catering to mid-distance runners and featuring the same finish-line Bourbon Bash atmosphere.
Race Date:
12 October, 2025
Organized by the Louisville Sports Commission, the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K allows participants to run or walk 5 kilometers between October 12–20, 2025, at any location. It offers flexibility with the same celebratory vibe and participant gear as the in-person event.
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FAQs
What is the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon?
How long is the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon?
Where does the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon?
The Urban Bourbon Half Marathon is a fall road race with a scenic route starting in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, flowing through riverfront trails and the fall‑famous Cherokee Park Scenic Loop, finishing near the Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse. Organized by the Louisville Sports Commission, it takes place on Saturday, 18 October 2025, starting at S. 6th & W. Main Streets and finishing on S. 4th Street between Jefferson and Liberty Streets in Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
The Urban Bourbon Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Urban Bourbon Half Marathon takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
Runna classifies the Urban Bourbon Half 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 Urban Bourbon Half Marathon?
The Urban Bourbon Half Marathon is a fall road race with a scenic route starting in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, flowing through riverfront trails and the fall‑famous Cherokee Park Scenic Loop, finishing near the Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse. Organized by the Louisville Sports Commission, it takes place on Saturday, 18 October 2025, starting at S. 6th & W. Main Streets and finishing on S. 4th Street between Jefferson and Liberty Streets in Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
How long is the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon?
The Urban Bourbon Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon take place?
The Urban Bourbon Half Marathon takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Urban Bourbon Half 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 Urban Bourbon Half 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 Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon?
How long is the Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon?
Where does the Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon?
The Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon can be completed anytime between October 12–20, 2025, wherever participants choose to run, and is organized by the Louisville Sports Commission. Runners who complete the 13.1 miles during this window will receive race swag and digital finisher recognition while still being part of the festival spirit—even from afar.
The Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
Runna classifies the Urban Bourbon Virtual Half 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 Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon?
The Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon can be completed anytime between October 12–20, 2025, wherever participants choose to run, and is organized by the Louisville Sports Commission. Runners who complete the 13.1 miles during this window will receive race swag and digital finisher recognition while still being part of the festival spirit—even from afar.
How long is the Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon?
The Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon take place?
The Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Urban Bourbon Virtual Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Urban Bourbon Virtual Half 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 Urban Bourbon Virtual Half 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 Urban Bourbon 5K?
How long is the Urban Bourbon 5K?
Where does the Urban Bourbon 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Urban Bourbon 5K?
How can I prepare for the Urban Bourbon 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Urban Bourbon 5K?
The 5K Run begins at 8:15 AM on October 18, 2025, also starting downtown and organized by the Louisville Sports Commission. This fast, scenic 5 km route offers minimal elevation change (~30–50 m), catering to mid-distance runners and featuring the same finish-line Bourbon Bash atmosphere.
The Urban Bourbon 5K is 5km long.
The Urban Bourbon 5K takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
The Urban Bourbon 5K elevation gain is 34 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
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 Urban Bourbon 5K?
The 5K Run begins at 8:15 AM on October 18, 2025, also starting downtown and organized by the Louisville Sports Commission. This fast, scenic 5 km route offers minimal elevation change (~30–50 m), catering to mid-distance runners and featuring the same finish-line Bourbon Bash atmosphere.
How long is the Urban Bourbon 5K?
The Urban Bourbon 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Urban Bourbon 5K take place?
The Urban Bourbon 5K takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Urban Bourbon 5K?
The Urban Bourbon 5K elevation gain is 34 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Urban Bourbon 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 Urban Bourbon 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!
What is the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K?
How long is the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K?
Where does the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K?
How can I prepare for the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K?
Organized by the Louisville Sports Commission, the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K allows participants to run or walk 5 kilometers between October 12–20, 2025, at any location. It offers flexibility with the same celebratory vibe and participant gear as the in-person event.
The Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K is 5km long.
The Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
Runna classifies the Urban Bourbon Virtual 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 Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K?
Organized by the Louisville Sports Commission, the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K allows participants to run or walk 5 kilometers between October 12–20, 2025, at any location. It offers flexibility with the same celebratory vibe and participant gear as the in-person event.
How long is the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K?
The Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K take place?
The Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K takes place in Louisville, KY, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K?
Runna classifies the Urban Bourbon Virtual 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Urban Bourbon Virtual 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 Urban Bourbon Virtual 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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