Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (50)
Bowling Green's Holiday Half Marathon offers a festive, out-and-back gravel course through a local park.
Race Date
Dec 12, 2026
Location
Bowling Green, KY
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Location
- Bowling Green, Kentucky
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 7
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY, provides a unique running experience on a gravel course within a local park. This out-and-back route is designed for simplicity and a focus on the festive spirit, with the half marathon completing the loop four times.
Runners can expect a straightforward race day, with packet pickup conveniently located just before the 8:00 AM start. The course, while primarily flat with minimal elevation change, offers a different surface underfoot with its gravel terrain. The time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes is accommodating for a wide range of runners.
Participants receive finisher medals and shirts, with opportunities for awards and even a best costume contest, adding a touch of fun to the event. The series is part of US Road Running's circuit, offering points for dedicated participants.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. Additional Information This course surface is gravel. 5K & 10K Course https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5973995947 This is an out-and-back course in the park. The 5K does the course one time. The 10K does the course two times. Half Marathon Course https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5953420471 This is an out-and-back course in the park. The Half Marathon does the course four times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. View Race Information on US Road Running
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
885 Mount Olivet Rd, Bowling Green, KY, 42101
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Park
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
2 years running
~3.5 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 2 states
winner 2:02:22
typical high 52°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
35°
Afternoon (High)
52°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 7 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
7
Median time
2:12:40
Latest turnout
3
States
3
Turnout by year
2024–2025
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (50)?
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (50) is held on Saturday, December 12, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (50) take place?
It takes place in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
What distances does the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (50) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (50) course flat and good for a PR?
The Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (50) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (50)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 7 runners who have completed the Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (50).
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