Fix 'Em 5k Run/Walk 2026

About the Event

The Fix 'Em 5k Run/Walk 2026 is a high-energy community event scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Clarksville, Indiana. Hosted at the scenic Ashland Park along the Ohio River, this race serves as a primary fundraiser for Pet Friendly Services of Indiana, a statewide nonprofit dedicated to ending the euthanasia of cats and dogs through large-scale spay and neuter programs. The event is uniquely inclusive, offering specialized divisions for "Dog Jogs" and "Stroller Struts," and it is a featured part of the River City Races Run the 502 series.

Race Category	Start Time	Special Features
Dog Jog	8:00 AM EDT	Run with your leashed dog; includes pet bandana
Stroller Strut	8:00 AM EDT	Competitive division for parents and guardians with strollers
Human Race	8:00 AM EDT	Standard 5k for individual runners and walkers
Mother's Day Teams	8:00 AM EDT	Awards for Mother/Daughter, Grandmother/Grandson, etc.

Clarksville is a historic town in Clark County, Indiana, located directly across the river from Louisville, Kentucky. It has a population of approximately 22,000 residents. The town is notable for its proximity to the Falls of the Ohio State Park and its mix of suburban commerce and riverside recreation. The demographic profile of Clarksville is approximately 78% White, 9% Black, 7% Hispanic, and 1% Asian. The community maintains a median household income of roughly $54,000 USD. Ashland Park, situated on East Riverside Drive, provides an ideal race venue with paved paths and expansive views of the Louisville skyline, making it a favorite for regional athletic series. Participants receive a foldable, mesh-sided running cap and a finisher medal, while pets receive their own bandana. This year introduces a Family of Four registration discount, saving groups $10 on total fees. Competitive runners can vie for gift certificates to Pacers & Racers, with awards spanning 16 different age groups from "9 and under" to "80 and over." For those who reach the **$150 fundraising threshold** for Pet Friendly Services, the registration fee is waived entirely. Camille Estes coordinates the event, ensuring that every entry fee contributes to the 14,000+ spay and neuter surgeries the organization facilitates annually across the state of Indiana.

Races Offered

5k

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$28.13

Family of Four Registration

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$97.35

Virtual 5k

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$28.13

Virtual 5k with Packet Mailing

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$38.78

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Clarksville.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 14.1° / 24.4°

wb_sunny 13.4° / 23.9°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 9.6 /

water_drop 73.0%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 14.1° / 24.4°

wb_sunny 13.4° / 23.9°

air 9.6 km/h

water_drop 73.0%

About Clarksville

Learn more about the host city, Clarksville.

Clarksville is a city in Clark County in Southern Indiana, directly across the Ohio River from Louisville. It is the oldest town in the Indiana Territory with a population of 21,000. The city is served by an overlay complex of two area codes: 812 and 930.