Black Cat Chase 3K presented by Frankfort Regional Medical Center 2026

Proceeds from the Black Cat Chase benefit the YMCA's Annual Giving Campaign, which generates funds to help support our local children and families in financial need in order to participate in YMCA programs and memberships. The YMCA is a non-profit charitable organization. Donations are also accepted as part of the registration process and are greatly appreciated in our efforts to serve the Frankfort community!

When: Friday, October 24, 2025, 7 p.m. Where: Downtown Frankfort

REGISTRATION July 21 - August 24, Race Fee: $25 August 25 - September 21, Race Fee: $30 September 22 - October 12, Race Fee: $35 October 13 - October 24, Race Fee: $40

RACE TIMING & RESULTS: Electronic chip timing will be used for fast and accurate race time results. We will even offer a new feature this year that allows you to receive a text message or email immediately after crossing the finish line! Be sure to follow instructions in the race registration to you ensure you select your preferred race results communication.

VIRTUAL RACE PARTICIPANTS : You may upload your 3K (1.86 miles) time anytime between Sunday, October 19 and Friday, October 24, 2025. CLICK HERE to be directed to the results page (available after the conclusion of the race). Virtual participants are not eligible to receive race awards.

AWARDS: Awards will be given to the top five overall male and female participants, the top three participants in each age division, and the top three teams (minimum of 5 runners per team). School prizes, best group costumes, and other fun awards will also be distributed. Age Divisions: 10 and Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-79, 80+

Costume Contest : A costume parade will take place around 6:30pm in front of the Old Capitol building for anyone wishing to participate. Race bib number must be easily identified for judges to see. Costume awards will be given at the beginning of the awards ceremony shortly after the completion of the race.

NEW 3K RACE ROUTE: CLICK HERE to be directed to an online map of this year's race route!

TEAM REGISTRATION: Participants may run as an individual or as a member of a team. One member of the team shall create the team name upon registration. Each team member that signs up after the team is created can simply click the drop down menu (when prompted) to select the team they wish to join. Teams with at least 5 participants are eligible for a $2.50 discount (team members 1-4 will get a $2.50 refund once the 5th teammate has registered), and teams with at least 10 participants are eligible for a $5.00 discount (team members who registered before the 10th teammate will be refunded their overage to receive the $5.00 discount). Teams with at least 5 participants are also eligible for