Walking Events Calendar near Somerset 2026-2027

Pack the Pantry 4-Mile Relay

Road Race Walk

Part of the Lake Cumberland Run/Walk Series at Grace Baptist Church in Somerset, KY, the Pack the Pantry 4 mile relay is a team event covering 4 miles with each leg 2 miles, suitable for walkers alongside the running races. Proceeds benefit G..

Aug

22

Sweaty Hooters Trail Runs

Trail Run Walk 5 km 15 km 26 km

Walkers can take the 5K route across the shadow laced trails of Pulaski County Park in Nancy KY, with evening trail terrain alongside the running races. The event also includes 10K and 13.1 Miles trail races for those seeking longer routes.

September 2026

Sep

26

Restoration Ministries 5K

Road Race Walk 5 km

Walkers can take the 5K route starting at Heritage Hope Church of God, 810 E Bourne Ave #1924, Somerset KY 42501. A $30 registration fee supports Restoration Ministries youth programs and travel to Winterfest.

October 2026

3

The Alton Blakley 5K

Road Race Walk 5 km

The 5K competitive walk starts and finishes at Alton Blakley Ford, 2130 S. Highway 27, Somerset KY. Walkers are required to keep one foot on the ground at all times; running or jogging may lead to disqualification.

17

Knox/Whitley Humane Association 5K Mutt Strut

Corbin | 30 mi from Somerset

Road Race Walk

Walkers can join a fun dogwalk of 1 mile alongside the timed 5K at 1901 Snyder St., Corbin KY. The route is flat through a quiet neighborhood with minimal traffic, and shelter dogs will be available to walk with participants.

17

LCRH Run and Walk To Remember

Road Race Walk 5 km

Walkers can choose the 3.1 Miles competitive walk or a noncompetitive one-loop 3.1 Miles route from Lake Cumberland Imaging Center at MedPark West in Somerset, KY. The all-paved evening course includes a luminary display and a communal rememb..

18

Su

Dash For A Cure

London | 28 mi from Somerset

Road Race Walk 5 km

Participants can choose an untimed 1 Miles fun walk or join the 5K as walkers over 3.1 Miles, both based at London Farmer's Market on a flat fast course through downtown London and Veteran's Memorial Park. Walkers, strollers and dogs on fixed..

24

Renfro Rock 'N Run Half Marathon

Mount Vernon | 23 mi from Somerset

Road Race Walk 5 km

Walkers follow a 5K course that starts at 2380 Richmond St in Mount Vernon KY, winding past rustic cabins, a lake and farmland. The walking option is offered alongside the event s running races.

25

Su

Little Batty Trail Run

Trail Run Walk 5 km

Walkers can take the 5K Trail Run/Walk at Pulaski County Park in Nancy KY, following trail terrain with creek or dry lake bed crossings, cross country sections and some pavement. This option runs alongside the event's running races.

November 2026

Nov

26

Th

Pilgrimage in the Park 5K

Trail Run Walk 5 km

Walkers can choose a 3.1 Miles trail route or a shorter 1 Miles fun walk starting at Pulaski Park in Nancy, KY. Routes follow scenic new trails with views of Lake Cumberland and run alongside the running races.

December 2026

Dec

12

Christmas Island Jingle Bell Run

Burnside | 6 mi from Somerset

Road Race Walk 5 km

Walkers follow a 5K (3.1 Miles) route through the Christmas Island light display at General Burnside Island State Park. A walking only competitive category is offered and walking must keep one foot on the ground at all times; running may cause di..

January 2027

Jan

9

Frozen Nuts Trail Run

Trail Run Walk 5 km

A 5K walk at Pulaski County Park on the banks of Lake Cumberland in Nancy KY, held alongside the running races. Trails are well kept and well marked with rolling hills and a finisher hill.

March 2027

Mar

13