Thrive Empowerment Center - Thrive 5k
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Event Overview
The Thrive 5k Walk-Run is a community-action event held in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It aims to support survivors and take a stand against violence in the Northern Kentucky and greater Cincinnati area.
Location & Course
The event takes place in Covington, Kentucky at Devou Park, specifically at the Volpenhein Shelter. Participants will complete a 5K course that was updated in 2026. Strollers are welcome, but dogs are not permitted. The event is held rain or shine.
Event Details & Categories
There are two registration events:
- Thrive5k: Open to ages 12 to 99. The registration fee is $30.
- Thrive 5K (11 and Under): Open to ages 11 and under. The registration fee is $5.
Registration for both events opens on July 31, 2026. The event is chip-timed. Awards are given in the categories of Male, Female, and Non-Binary. For runners, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners receive a prize. For walkers, only 1st place receives a prize. Age groups are: 12-under, 13-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+.
A community fair will be held at the start of the race where participants can learn about classes offered by the Thrive Empowerment Center and connect with local resources.
Registration & Support
A T-shirt is only guaranteed for those who sign up by September 17, 2026; after that date, shirts are available while supplies last. Registration fees support the event, with any remaining funds going to the Thrive Community Fund. This fund provides empowerment programs at no cost to clients of the ION Center for Violence Prevention and others in the community. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
