The "Beat the Eclipse 5K" will happen during the partial solar eclipse in Benton, Kentucky. The track will cover the Benton City Park and Clarks RIver NWR EERA. Registration will be from 10:45AM - 11:45AM, and the race starts at noon. Awards will be given to the top overall male/female finishers in a variety of age groups. T-shirts will be given to all pre-registered participants while supplies last.
Location: Benton City Park
Time: Registration 10:45Am - 11:45AM
Bring photo ID with you.
Look for signage marking checkin table and designated parking areas.
This course consists of pavement, grass, and gravel terrain; contains hills and curves; part of the course will occur on actual streets, however there will be no thru traffic during the race; water stations will be placed throughout the course.
How to make the event more fun: super hero costumes welcome!
Stick around afterwards for the one minute, fifty six seconds of total darkness during the Total Solar Eclipse! There will be activities happening from 9:00AM - 4:00PM at both locations if you wish to come early or stay after!