Jamestown Lakefest Mike Hill 10k/5k

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

• Event: Lakefest Mike Hill 10k/5k
• Date: 2025-07-05
• Location: 410 Monument Square, Jamestown, KY
• Website: Register Here

🏅 History

• Inception: The Lakefest Mike Hill 10k began in 1976.
• Founders: Mike Hill, HK Cooper, and Bill Magruder wanted a race included in the bicentennial celebration.
• Community Engagement: Mike encouraged businesses and people throughout the community to get involved in the race.
• Legacy: The race was known as the Lakefest 10k until Mike's untimely passing in 2007, after which it was renamed to honor him.

🎉 Expansion

• New Addition: Since then, a 5k has been added to the event.
• Participation: This expansion allows more runners to participate in the festivities.
• Community Spirit: The event continues to draw large numbers of participants and spectators.
• Tradition: The race remains a cherished tradition in Jamestown.