February marks a special month for Black communities worldwide – it is Black History Month! As part of acknowledging and celebrating black history, Danville, Kentucky is hosting the 2nd Annual Black History Month 5K & 1 Mile Fun Walk, organized by the Weathers Family Foundation! What better way to commemorate significant contributions throughout American history, by Black Americans, than by joining together in support of the cultural celebration?
This race is open to ALL races, ethnicities, and age groups. This will be a great opportunity for participants to set and reach their fitness goals – whether it’s to run the entire distance or just get out there and enjoy the walk. Whether you take the 5K challenge or opt for the 1-mile walk, participating in this Black History Month celebration is sure to be an inspiring experience!
RACE FEATURES:
- NEW FOR 2024 — FINISHER’S MEDALS!
- Closed course on paved trails at scenic Millennium Park
- Commemorative finishers medal
- Commemorative race T-shirts (while supplies last)
- 5K run/walk or 1 Mile (untimed) fun walk options
- Free race photos
- Overall Awards (Top 3 M/F)
- Post race music, food/drink and fellowship
PACKET PICKUP — Friday February 23rd, 3-6pm Millennium Park, and race morning PPU from 9-10am at Millennium Park.
Proceeds from this event will go to the Agape House. The Agape House was founded in 2007 by Joseph Payne and Stephanie Caldwell. It is a non-profit organization that assist pregnant women and their families by offering prenatal and child development classes. We hope to repeat or better our $1,000 donation to The Salvation Army which represented proceeds from the 2023 race.
