Head for the Hills 10k
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
Head for the Hills - Festivus 5k and 10k
The Head for the Hills - Festivus 5k and 10k takes place in Burkesville, Kentucky, as a featured part of the annual River Festivus celebration. The event is scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026. Participants gather at the Cumberland County Welcome Center on Hill Street for check-in and registration before the race begins.
The course is designed to take runners up, down, and around Alpine Hill. This route provides participants with views of the Cumberland River Valley and the City of Burkesville. The event offers two distinct distances:
- 5 km
- 10 km
A registration fee is required to participate in either distance. Additionally, participants have the option to purchase official River Festivus T-shirts on the day of the race. The event is organized by the Head for the Hills - Festivus 5k and 10k organization and is integrated into the broader festivities of the River Festivus weekend. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.