up & away 5k
SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2026 @ 7:30AM
Kick off your saturday morning at Balloons Over Vermilion with the First Annual “Up and Away 5K” at the beautiful Kennekuk County Park!
Whether you're a competitive runner or just looking for a fun way to start the day, this scenic course offers the perfect way to kick off the weekend and celebrate community and movement.
Race Details
-Saturday, June 6th
-Shotgun Start: 7:30 AM
-Registration Opens: 6:30 AM
-Location: Kennekuk County Park
Early Bird Registration: $40
Registration (after April 15): $45
Registration Includes
-Event t-shirt
-Race bib number
-Finisher medal
-Free admission to a post-race yoga session with Merrit Spicer at 9am
Register by May 1 to guarantee your event t-shirt!
Lace up your running shoes and join us as we launch the very first “Up and Away 5K” as part of the Balloons Over Vermilion weekend. It’s the perfect way to kick off the festivities!
Register Now!
Following the race, participants and community members will have the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing post-race yoga session led by Merrit Spicer of Yoga on the Go. The one-hour session will begin at approximately 9:00 a.m. at Kennekuk County Park.
The yoga session is free for Up & Away 5K participants and open to the public for $10 for those who wish to attend without racing. The class is designed for all experience levels and offers a refreshing way to continue the morning’s celebration of wellness and community.