Presented with Independence Health System
One of our most popular and highly attended events! Race to the finish through downtown Butler along with hundreds of runners. We offer a 2K and 5-mile race. The race starts and ends in Diamond Park in Butler City.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
2025 Registration information coming soon!
RACE INFORMATION
- We will have water stations along the course but we encourage you to bring your own water to ensure you stay extra hydrated. Please note that the roads along the course will be closed and patrolled by local CB Rangers and City Police. If there is an emergency, call 9-1-1.
- Packet Pick-Up will be in the Butler Y Lobby. If you’re unable to pick up your packet at that time, day-of packet pick-up will be available during check-in. ALL PACKETS REMAINING AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EVENT WILL BE DONATED. Packets will not be stored for pick-up at a later date.
- Day-of registration will be available from 7:30 AM – 9 AM in Diamond Park. Cash or check ONLY!
100% of the proceeds stay local! The Annual Support Campaign funds programs and services for children, families, and seniors in Butler County to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income, and background, can learn, grow, and thrive.
If events are canceled for any reason, no refunds will be offered, and no rain date is scheduled. No deferrals or transfers are offered.
For more information about the Butler Road Race and how to sponsor this favorite Butler County event, email give@bcfymca.org.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ALL proceeds from the Butler Road Race stay local and benefit the YMCA's Annual Support Campaign. The Annual Support Campaign funds programs and services for children, families, and seniors in Butler County to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income, and background, can learn, grow, and thrive.
2025 Race costs will be announced soon!
Walkers may register for the 2k, while runners can participate in either event.
5 Mile Participants must run, as the cutoff time is 10:30 AM and roads will be reopened by City Police and CB Rangers to traffic.
Race route will be closed from 8 AM until 10:30 AM and patrolled by City Police and local CB Rangers. All participants must be finished no later than 10:30 AM.
All are welcome! (No dogs are permitted.)
Share your training and race day journey with us by tagging the Y and using the hashtag #runButler for a chance to be featured on our social media pages and be connected with other runners/walkers.