A brand-new race experience is coming to Paducah as the inaugural American Bluegrass Classic Kentucky Marathon, organized by Rooster Running and presented by Baptist Health Paducah, takes place Saturday, Oct. 17. The event features a full marathon, half marathon and four-person relay. Events begin at 7 a.m.
For the safety of the runners, the following roads will be closed or partially closed on October 17 from 6:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Full Lane closures as follows
- Jefferson Street from 16th Street to Central Avenue
- Broadway from 7th Street to the Foot of Broadway
- North Water Street (only closed for the start of the race)
- Jefferson Street from North Water Street to 5th Street (only closed for the start of the race)
Single Lane Closures as follows
- Jefferson Street from 9th Street to 16th Street
- Fountain Avenue Loop
- South 5th Street Broadway to Madison Street
- Madison Street from 5th Street to 9th Street
- 9th Street from Madison Street to Jefferson Street
- Fountain Avenue from Jefferson Street to Broadway
- Broadway from Fountain Avenue to 7th Street
Designed to be one of the fastest courses in Kentucky, the American Bluegrass Classic offers something for runners of all experience levels, from those chasing a personal record or Boston Qualifying time to individuals and teams simply looking for a fun and rewarding challenge.
The race will take participants through several of Paducah’s most recognized areas, including historic Downtown, the Lowertown Arts District and Midtown, showcasing the character and charm of the city along a flat, multi-loop course. Marathon runners will complete four loops, half-marathon participants will run two loops, and relay teams will each complete one loop. Each loop is slightly more than 6.5 miles and features approximately 40 feet of elevation gain.
The course is also expected to be USATF certified, offering an official and competitive opportunity for participants.
For more information or to register, visit American Bluegrass Classic Marathon.
