Newburgh Derby Dash
About this race
🐎🌹 Newburgh Derby Dash – Sign Up Today! 🌹🐎
Historic Newburgh, Inc. is excited to present the First Annual Liberty Federal Credit Union Newburgh Derby Dash on Saturday, May 2 along the beautiful Newburgh Riverfront!
Choose your pace and your race:
🏃♂️ Timed 5K with awards for multiple male and female age groups, 9:00 a.m. start
🚶♀️ 1-Mile Option perfect for walkers, families, and those who want a shorter distance
All participants will receive a FREE custom Derby Dash t-shirt!
The start and finish line will be at the intersection of State & Water Streets by Marida Mediterranean Restaurant. The scenic 5k route takes you along the French Island Trail, passing Old Lock and Dam Park and turning around just before the hill leading up to Newburgh Overlook Park. You’ll enjoy beautiful Ohio River views the entire way!
Gather your friends and family to run, run/walk, or walk with us — and don’t forget to wear your Kentucky Derby attire to add even more fun and flair to the day! Big hats, bow ties, and bright colors are encouraged! 🎩
After you cross the finish line, keep the celebration going at the Historic Newburgh Beer & Wine Festival, opening at 12:00 PM right on the Riverfront.
Sign up today and join us for a fun, festive, and memorable Derby Day on the River! 🌊🏅
Pick your distance
Running
5k Dash
The start and finish line will be at the intersection of State & Water Streets by Marida Mediterranean Restaurant. The scenic 5k route takes you along the French Island Trail, passing Old Lock and Dam Park and turning around just before the hill leading up to Newburgh Overlook Park. You’ll enjoy beautiful Ohio River views the entire way!
1 mile Walk
The start and finish line will be at the intersection of State & Water Streets by Marida Mediterranean Restaurant. The scenic 1mile route takes you along the French Island Trail, passing Old Lock and Dam Park. This is about and back route. You’ll enjoy beautiful Ohio River views the entire way!
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Newburgh.
About Newburgh
Newburgh Derby Dash takes place in Newburgh, Indiana, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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