OCT 12, 2024
Urban Bourbon Half Marathon
The Spirit of Racing is Alive and Well
Since our Urban Bourbon Half Marathon is meant for those age 21 or older, you must be at least 21 on race day to register.
OCT 12, 2024
Since our Urban Bourbon Half Marathon is meant for those age 21 or older, you must be at least 21 on race day to register.
The Bourbon Bash at Fourth Street Live! is scheduled from 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Race participants can enjoy a sampling of bourbons from a number of Kentucky Bourbon Trail distillers. You can also enjoy Bearno’s Pizza, Falls City beer, burgoo, vegetable soup and plenty of photo opportunities. The popular local band Louisville Crashers will perform.
Guest admission to the Bourbon Bash is $30 and can be purchased online during registration, at packet pick-up and on race day. Packet pick-up and race day purchases are cash only.
UBHM participants – and others wishing to join in a unique entertainment experience – can score a custom-made, collectible pin on our Urban Bourbon Walk. Visit one – or all – of locations on Oct. 14. Runners who show their finisher’s medal and make a purchase can receive a custom pin. Each establishment will have a unique pin, so collect them all!
In 2023, you will have two restaurant options for your bourbon-themed dinners. Each restaurant will offer a 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. seating with limited availability. You must reserve your spot during registration; deadline is Oct. 8, 2023.
8Up Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen
Located on the top of the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Louisville, 8Up Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen draws you in with three distinctive experiences – a moody restaurant, a lively lounge, and rooftop bar. It offers locally inspired menus that showcase elevated American comfort food made from fresh, sustainable and organic ingredients.
Sway Restaurant
Located on the lobby level of the Hyatt Regency Louisville, Sway Restaurant features a unique farm-to-fork concept, as well as an open-air restaurant, and an inviting patio putting you in the action on 4th Street. Plus, it’s located at the UBHM finish line, so you’ll run right past it as you complete the race.