Hightail'n for Hadley Jo
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Event Overview
The Hightail'n for Hadley Jo is an annual running event taking place on Saturday, March 7, 2026. It is held at Chaney's Dairy Barn, located at 9191 Nashville Road in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The event's mission is to raise awareness and funds for finding a treatment for Hereditary Motor and Sensory Neuropathy, Type VIB, which affects the SLC24A46 gene.
Available Races
Two race distances are offered:
- Hightail'n for Hadley Jo 5K
- Hightail'n for Hadley Jo 1 Mile Fun Run
Registration and Fees
The standard registration fee for the 5K is $25.00, and the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk is $15.00. These fees increase by $5.00 after February 15, 2026. Participants who register by February 15, 2026, are guaranteed a race t-shirt.
Awards
For the 5K race, awards will be given in multiple overall and age-grade categories. The top overall male and female winners are recognized, along with top Masters (40-49 years), Grandmasters (50-59 years), and Great Grandmasters (60+ years) in both genders. Winners in these overall categories are not eligible for age group awards.
Age group awards are also given for both male and female participants in the following brackets: Under 10, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, and 65 and up.
The event lists Bowling Green Running Club and Chaney's Dairy Barn as sponsors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.