Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K
Updated
Saturday, July 3, 2027, first start 8:00 AM, in Dry Ridge (31 Broadway St). Distances: 1200m, 5K. Entry from $20 to $35; the 1200m goes from $20 to $25 after May 31.
Course and race notes
Ridge Runners Racing, in partnership with Big Rex Fireworks, proudly presents the 2nd Annual Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K and Little Rex’s Kids Fun Run (.76 mile).
This event will take place on Saturday July 3, 2027 in cooperation with the city of Dry Ridge, Kentucky. Little Rex’s Kids Fun Run (.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, July 3
2027 · in 238 days
Start time
8:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
1200m5K
Price
$20 to $35
Plus the platform's processing fee
1200m goes up after Mon May 31 (in 205 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Jul 3 (in 238 days)
Opened Jul 5, 2026
Race day in Dry Ridge
Weather
87° / 66°F
Typical high and low for July 3, with a 35% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Williamstown, KY (3.4 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
6:17 AM – 9:06 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Where it is
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Jul 2
Where to stay
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Trip cost
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.