The Heartland Hustle Half Marathon
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The Heartland Hustle
The Heartland Hustle is a running event taking place on March 21, 2026 in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. It is held at Freeman Lake Park with the start and finish at the Lions Club Pavilion, adjacent to the new playground. Organizers recommend using the Old Freeman Lake Park Entrance for best access to race staging.
Race distances offered include:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
Strollers are welcome and leashed non-retractable pets are permitted on the course. The event is presented to support youth athletics in Central Kentucky, and all proceeds benefit Central Kentucky Athletics and its programs.
Participants receive a high-quality finisher's medal and official timing with live posted results. Packet pickup is available on race morning. Registration pricing includes early bird and regular rates: 5K early bird $25 regular $35, 10K early bird $35 regular $45, Half Marathon early bird $65 regular $75. Early bird pricing is available through January 22, 2026.
The description above summarizes core event details, course access, participant amenities, and how proceeds are allocated. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
