Renfro Rock 'N Run Half Marathon
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Renfro Rock 'N Run Half Marathon / 5K : Mount Vernon, KY
The Renfro Rock 'N Run is scheduled for October 24, 2026 in Mount Vernon, Kentucky. The event is the 14th annual edition and includes both a half marathon and several 5K options. It is part of the Rockcastle Regional Countywide Stride run/walk series and is a national Program of Excellence Award winner.
The course passes rural scenery typical of Renfro Valley and Rockcastle County, including rustic cabins, a lake, and farmland. The location is listed as 2380 Richmond St, Mount Vernon, KY 40456.
Events and entry notes:
- Half Marathon - open to ages 15 and up.
- 5K Run - open to ages 13 and up.
- 5K Walk - open to ages 13 and up.
- Student Strides 5K with shirt and age group awards eligibility - open to ages 4 to 13.
- Student Strides 5K without shirt and without age group awards - open to ages 4 to 13.
The event description mentions an optional 1980s music costume theme and highlights the local music heritage around Renfro Valley, including the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame. The organizer presents the race as sharing local roads and countryside with participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
