Heartland Harvest Festival 5K

Elizabethtown, United States • 27 Sep 2025

The Heartland Harvest Festival 5K is a scenic autumn running event held at Elizabethtown Nature Park in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Scheduled for September 27, 2025, this light trail 5K race offers a welcoming atmosphere for both seasoned runners and newcomers. Participants can enjoy the natural beauty of the park while competing for awards given to the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as winners in various age groups ranging from 12 and under to 70 and over. Registration is $25, with a race t-shirt available for those who sign up by September 13. A free race is also offered for children 12 and under. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
Harvest Festival 5k
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