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Foothills Festival 5K

Name: Foothills Festival 5K
Start: 2026-10-17
End: 2026-10-17
Location: Albany

Albany, Kentucky, United States

calendar_today 17 Oct, 2026

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sell $31.39

About the Event

WELCOME BACK TO THE FOOTHILLS 5K

The Foothills Festival 5K returns on Saturday, October 17, 2026, kicking off one of Southern Kentucky’s favorite fall traditions! Join runners and walkers of all ages as we celebrate the annual Foothills Festival with a scenic 5K through the heart of historic Albany, Kentucky.

The race begins at 8 AM Central Time from the Mountain View Park and ends on the Downtown Albany Square. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, competing for an age-group award, or simply enjoying a fun morning with family and friends, this event offers something for everyone.

Experience the energy of the festival weekend as you run through a community known for its small-town hospitality, beautiful fall colors, and lively atmosphere. After crossing the finish line, stick around to enjoy everything the Foothills Festival has to offer, including arts and crafts vendors, delicious food, live entertainment, and activities for the entire family. The Foothills Festival has become one of the region’s signature fall events, drawing thousands of visitors to downtown Albany the 3rd weekend in October.

Make plans to lace up your running shoes, enjoy a crisp October morning, and be part of a race that has become a favorite tradition for runners across Kentucky and Tennessee.

Race Details

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM Central Time
Distance: 5K (3.1 Miles)
Location: Start at Mountain View Park & Finish at the Downtown Albany Square, Albany, Kentucky

Come for the race. Stay for the festival. Make memories that will last all year!

Races Offered

5K Run/Walk

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

timer

08:00

sell

$31.39

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Albany.

thermostat Temperature

11.3° / 21.7°

wb_sunny Feels like

9.3° / 20.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 0m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.0 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

9.7 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

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69.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:48

nightlight Sunset

18:02

About Albany

Learn more about the host city, Albany.

Albany is a home rule-class city in Clinton County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 1,760 as of the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Clinton County. It is located on U.S. Route 127, about 6 miles (10 km) north of the Tennessee border.