The Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K takes place March 20, 2027, at 7 AM (CT) in Owensboro, KY.
This flat, fast course brings participants of all abilities together to promote inclusion and raise funds for people with disabilities!
07/30/2026
Register by July 31 to SAVE! Your future self will thank you! 🙌
Registration prices for the Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K increase Saturday, August 1!
💥 Save $10 on the Half Marathon: 70 ➡️ $80
💥 Save $5 on the 5K: $30 ➡️ $35
Don't let procrastination cost you more. Register today, save money, and give yourself one more reason to celebrate on race day! 🎉
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⏰ Time is running out to save!
Registration prices for the Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K increase on August 1 for ALL divisions.
Whether you're running the Half Marathon, tackling the 5K, participating in the Duo Division, or completing the Steps Division, now is the time to lock in the lowest price! Register today at wfhalf.com 🔗
IT’S GO TIME... Registration for the Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K is OPEN! 🎉 The countdown to race day officially begins today! 🏁
👕 NEW for 2027: unisex softstyle cotton-blend race shirt
💥 Prices increase for ALL divisions starting August 1
We’re ready for another incredible year. Are you in?
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05/10/2026
💐 Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms who give their all on the course and in everyday life! Whether you’re logging miles, sharing the finish line moment with your kids, or cheering from the sidelines, you’re true champions of the Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K!
05/08/2026
Our community showed up in a big way for the Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K...we're thrilled to be the recipient of TWO Best of Owensboro Living Awards! 🩵
🏆 Best Running Race (Platinum)
🏆 Best Charity Event (Gold)
This race truly wouldn't be what it is without our incredible participants, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters. Thank you for helping us make this a race for everyone! These awards are for you. 🫶
(Also, how about Wendell Foster, Inc. winning Best Non-Profit and Best Place to Work?! We love this community!)
It's time to relive the energy of the 2026 Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K, presented by Owensboro Health, with our official recap video from Wonder Boy Media! 👟🏁🏅🎉🙌
We can’t wait to do it all again on March 20, 2027! Registration opens June 1st! ✨
04/23/2026
And the results are in… 🏆💦
🥇 1st Place ($1,000): CASA of Ohio Valley
🥈 2nd Place ($300): Kentucky Wesleyan College Women's Soccer
🥉 3rd Place ($200): Life Community Church
These groups brought incredible energy, creativity, and encouragement to the course, making a huge impact on every participant who passed by!
Thank you to all of our Water Station Showdown participants for going above and beyond to create an unforgettable race day experience! 💙
04/17/2026
Big thanks to Goodwood Owensboro for hosting an incredible after party! 🎉
It was the perfect way for our runners, walkers, and supporters to celebrate all their hard work and accomplishments. From start to finish, you helped us end race day on a high note!
We appreciate your partnership in making the Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K such a memorable experience! 💙
04/17/2026
A big thank you to the Kentucky Poultry Federation, our Nutrition Sponsor! 💙
They helped us take race day to the next level with a fresh, protein-packed menu. It was the perfect way for participants to refuel and recover after crossing the finish line! 🍗🥚💪
And a special shoutout to Whipt Creations LLC for bringing it all to life and delivering an incredible spread as always. 👏
We’re so grateful for your partnership in creating a delicious and memorable race day experience!
04/16/2026
A huge thank you to the City of Owensboro, Owensboro Police Department, Owensboro Fire Department, and AMR - Owensboro, KY!
Your support in setting up the course and keeping our participants safe is truly invaluable. Because of you, over a thousand runners were able to enjoy a safe and successful race day.
We are so grateful for your partnership in making this event possible! 💙