NEW THIS YEAR, KIDS RACE AROUND THE OUTFIELD!
This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medal with charms of all the races finished. Click here to register for the Run the 502.
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to run the Bats 5k, the only race where you finish the last ¼ mile with a lap around the diamond at Louisville Slugger Field!
Course will start and finish outside the back gate on Witherspoon
Race entry includes:
- Two ticket vouchers, good for any 2025 Louisville Bats home game (Some exclusions (7/3/2025) apply. Vouchers will be in your packet at packet pickup.)
- 2025 Bats 5K Finisher Medal
- Race Photo with Buddy Bat
- Car Seat Towel Protector ($42 value)
Kids race around the outfield. After the last runners finish the 5k, the kids will gather at the start line for a run around the outfield warning track and finish back under the arch! All kids run finishers will get a medal and photo with Buddy Bat!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5k Closed
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Virtual 5k Closed
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Packets will not be mailed and must be picked up at packet pickup.
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Course Map
Kids Fun Run
Kids need to report to start/finish area by 9:00 a.m. Please assemble on the sidewalk by the start/finish line. As soon as the last 5k runner finishes (between 9:00 a.m. and 9:15 a.m. we’ll line the kids up at the start. They will head east on E. Witherspoon and turn right to enter the stadium. They will loop the baseball field, exit where they came in, turn left and head to the finish line and their finisher medal!
Parents, you are welcome to and invited to run with your child. The distance is approximately .2 of a mile.
Please note, all participants must be entered and wearing their bib to be allowed to start.
Bibs can be picked up at pre-race packet pickup Friday, June 13th at Ken Combs Running Store from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. or race morning starting at 7:00 a.m.
Car Seat Protector Towel
Keep your car seats dry with this custom performance seat cover ($42 value)! Crafted from soft microfiber fabric, our car seat towel absorbs sweat and protects upholstery for some well-deserved post-run comfort.
- Moisture-Wicking: Sustainable polyester microfiber wicks sweat & dries fast.
- Portable: Lightweight and foldable for easy storage in your trunk or gym bag.
- Universal: Designed to fit most car and truck seats for a 10-second setup.
- Easy Cleaning: Machine washable and quick to air dry for breezy care.
- Hood Pocket: Secures to headrest and provides a fun way to wear your towel… you fashionista!
Finisher Medal
Awards
Ken Combs Running Store gift certificates for the top 3 male & female overall ($50/$40/$30) and top 3 male & female ($30/$20/$15) in the following age groups: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15 - 19, 20 - 24, 25 - 29, 30 - 34, 35 - 39, 40 - 44, 45 - 49, 50 - 54, 55 - 59, 60 - 64, 65 - 69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over.
Bats Grand Slam Double Header
Enter and finish both the Louisville Bats 5k on June 14th and the Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4 Miler on July 19th and earn the Bats Grand Slam Double Header Medal!
Join the Louisville Bats for the 3rd Annual Louisville Bats 5k. Start and finish outside the back gate of Louisville Slugger Field on Witherspoon and run the last 1/4 mile of the race around the baseball field and all entrants receive a dateless voucher for any Bats home game.
Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4 Miler is a four-mile run/walk through beautiful Waterfront Park in the morning and a baseball game that evening. What a perfect way to spend a summer Saturday. All registrants receive their choice of a cotton blend, tech or women's tech tank (only pre-registered will be guaranteed a shirt on race day) or get two for an additional $10.
Pre-Race Packet Pickup
Save time race morning and pickup your packet on Friday, June 13th at Ken Combs Running Store, 4137 Shelbyville Rd. from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
Race Day Packet Pickup
Starting at 7:00 a.m. at the back gate plaza (corner of N. Preston and E. Witherspoon) of Louisville Slugger Field.
Race Day Parking
On race day, parking will be available at Louisville Slugger Field, 501 E. Main St.
PLEASE NOTE, PARKING AT LOUISVILLE SLUGGER FIELD IS FREE BUT SURROUNDING PARKING LOTS CHARGE TO PARK
Contact information
- Event contact
- River City Races
- Phone
- 502-386-1502
- Website
- Visit website