DownTown Fall Fest 5K
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About the race
DownTown Fall Fest 5K and Kids 1k Fun Run takes place in downtown Russellville on October 31, 2026, as part of the Russellville Downtown Fall Festival and Chili Cook-off. The festival has run for over 30 years and this event is one component of the day-long street celebration.
Race options include multiple formats and distances:
- 3.1 miles Downtown Fall Fest 5K Run
- 3.1 miles Downtown Fall Fest 5K Walk
- 3.1 miles Downtown Fall Fest 5K Virtual
- 1 km Kids 1K Fun Run
The 5K course is described as flat and runs from West C street down toward Cumberland Church, circles a parking lot, and returns along the same corridor. The Kids 1K is an out-and-back route for children aged 10 and younger.
Awards are given for the top three male and female finishers in both running and walking divisions. Age group awards are listed for the following categories: 0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-30, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.
Registration windows and fees are provided for each entry type. Most in-person events open registration on 2025-12-14 and close on 2026-10-30 with a listed fee of $35. The virtual 5K opens registration on 2026-10-04 and closes on 2026-10-30 with a listed fee of $45. The Kids 1K fee is listed as $15. Same-day registration is noted as available for $40 and may not include a shirt or medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
