Blackberry Festival 5K

Join us for the 2nd Annual Blackberry Festival 5K at the Carlisle Blackberry Festival!

 

The inaugural Blackberry Festival 5K is Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 8:00am in the heart of downtown Carlisle.  The race, which will include an in-person 5K run/walk, Fastest Kid in Town race and virtual option will benefit the Nicholas County Cross Country Team.

RACE FEATURES:

Commemorative race T-shirtsChip timing (Thanks RaceRise!)Awards for top overall and age group finishersFree race photosSocial teams to expand your race experience (Prize for the largest team)5K run/walk, Fastest Kid in Town and virtual optionsFood, fun, music and fellowship in heart of the Carlisle Blackberry FestivalSupports the Nicholas County Cross Country team

FASTEST KID IN TOWN RACES   This event is open to all kids 12 and under and is a FREE EVENT.  Parents may add on a commemorative shirt for $10.  We will have run offs by age (2-12) and then have a final Fastest Kid in Town race with all of the age category winners.  Kids will receive a participation medal.

5K ROUTE MAP

PACKET PICKUP:  Our packet pickup will be on race morning (Saturday, July 9th) from 6:30-7:45am in downtown Carlisle.