BEREA, Ky. — For those looking to start the weekend with fresh air, movement, and a little community, Berea Runners will meet for its Saturday group run on May 9 at 8:00 a.m.
The group meets at the Native Bagel Company parking lot, located behind the shop at 436 Chestnut Street. Runners check in before heading out to decide on their route and pace groups, making the run flexible for different experience levels.
🏃 Flexible for All Paces
The weekly run is open to all paces, which makes it a good fit for regular runners, casual joggers, and people who may simply be looking for a friendly way to get moving with others.
Community runs like this can be especially helpful for people who want to be active but do not necessarily want to do it alone. A regular group creates a little accountability, a little encouragement, and a reliable reason to get out the door on a Saturday morning.
☕ More Than Just Miles
After the run, many participants gather back at Native Bagel for coffee or breakfast. That post-run stop has become part of the local rhythm, turning the morning into more than just exercise. It is also a chance to catch up, meet other runners, and enjoy one of Berea’s familiar local gathering places.
The Berea Runners Saturday Group Run is a free community event.
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Upcoming Events in Berea & Beyond
🌿 Community, Arts & Outdoors
- Eastern Kentucky University Commencement — May 7–8
- Berea Runners Saturday Group Run (Native Bagel Co.) — Saturday, May 9 at 8:00 a.m.
- Berea Farmers Market (Chestnut Street Pavilion) — Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
- Berea College Commencement — Sunday, May 10
- Madison Central High School Graduation (Alumni Coliseum) — Friday, May 22 at 7:00 p.m.
- Model Laboratory School Graduation — Friday, May 22
- Madison Southern High School Graduation (Alumni Coliseum) — Saturday, May 23 at 10:00 a.m.
🎭 Theater & Performance at The Spotlight Playhouse
(Tickets and info for all shows: thespotlightplayhouse.com)
- Madagascar: A Musical Adventure JR. (Ages 9–14) — Final Weekend! Closes May 10
- The Secret Garden (The Bluegrass Players) — Final Weekend! Closes May 10
- Annie: The Musical (The Bluegrass Players) — May 15–24
- Annie KIDS (Spotlight Acting School) — May 29–June 7
- Creative Arts Camp (“New York, New York”) — June 8–12
- “Oh, Those Summer Nights” Intergenerational Intensive — June 14–27
- Macbeth (The Bluegrass Players) — June 19–28
- Film Acting Camp (Rising 6th–Age 18) — June 29–July 3
- Seussical the Musical (Ages 14–18) — July 31–Aug. 9