Thrive 5K Community Run/Walk
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About the race
Thrive 5K is a chip timed community-action run and walk held at Devou Park (Volpenhein Shelter) in Covington, Kentucky on October 3, 2026. The course covers 3.1 miles (5K) and was updated for 2026. The event is held in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month and aims to support survivors and promote healthy relationships in Northern Kentucky and the greater Cincinnati area.
A community fair at the race start offers information about classes at Thrive Empowerment Center and connections to local resources including the ION Center for Violence Prevention and other community partners. Race registration fees are used to support the event; any remaining funds go to the Thrive Community Fund to help provide empowerment programs at no cost to clients of local organizations.
Two registration categories appear in the event details: a standard entry with a registration fee of $30 and a youth entry for participants 11 and under with a $5 fee; youth participants must be accompanied by an adult. Registration windows are listed for each category and registration fees and donations are nonrefundable. Awards are planned by gender and nonbinary divisions: runners receive 1st through 3rd place prizes, walkers receive a 1st place prize. T shirts are guaranteed for registrations completed by September 11, 2026; after that date shirts are available while supplies last. Strollers are welcome and dogs are not permitted. The event proceeds rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
