Kentucky · 3K
Throo the Boo
Throo the Boo is a 3K event held in Louisville, Kentucky. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, November 7, 2026. About 9,000 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- November 7, 2026
- Location
- Louisville, KY
- Field size
- ~9,000 runners
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Distances
- 3K
- Field size
- About 9,000 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 6:00 PM EST
About the Throo the Boo
Dash over and join us for the SWEETEST Fun Run in Louisville! This unique course doesn’t just go around the Zoo but takes you directly “throo” the Zoo along our popular Boo at the Zoo route. Race past your favorite Halloween characters and decorations at this fun run full of treats and no tricks. Participants receive a t-shirt, finishers medal, post-race party, PLUS a ticket to return to the Zoo to see your favorite animals during the day.
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Throo the Boo: common questions
- When is the Throo the Boo?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, November 7, 2026.
- Where is the Throo the Boo held?
- In Louisville, Kentucky.
- What distances does the Throo the Boo offer?
- 3K.
- How many people run the Throo the Boo?
- About 9,000 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Throo the Boo?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Throo the Boo?
- Yes — registration is open. $45 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Throo the Boo start?
- 6:00 PM EST.
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