12 events in Lexington, Kentucky

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find trail running events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

• Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon [horsecapitalmarathon.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM

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  Come Run With The Horses in Lexington in our 11th Annual Horse Cap!

  Join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026, for the 11th Annual Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon. Run on one of the most beautiful...

  Come Run With The Horses in Lexington in our 11th Annual Horse Cap!

  Join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026, for the 11th Annual Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon. Run on one of the most beautiful marathon/half marathon courses in the United States, passing over 50 Central Kentucky horse farms. You will never be out of sight of a horse farm!

  RACE FEATURES

  • Scenic country course passing by 50+ Central Kentucky Horse Farms

  • Long sleeved performance/tech shirts

  • Custom finisher's medals

  • Kentucky Horse Country inspired awards

  • Post Race Stretching

  • Free Race Photos - 2 Photographers

  • 17 Hydration Stations serving water and electrolyte drink (8 stations on half)

  • Race Pacers (Thanks ForWord Running)

  • Convenient location to I-75/64 with 8 Hotels within 3 miles of Start/Finish

  • Virtual option for those who can't join the race in person

  Our race will start at 7:30am from the Kentucky Horse Park Campground Area. A short section (beginning and end of the race) will be on the Legacy Trail with 98% being in scenic Central Kentucky country roads passing by 50+ Central Kentucky horse farms.

  This race will be staged in Lexington, Kentucky, commonly referred to as the Horse Capital of the World. Our Marathon/Half Marathon will begin together at 7:30am and will have a 6-hour maximum duration (per our city permit). This means that those competing in the marathon must keep a 14 minute 30 second/mile pace or better to complete the race in time.

  PACKET PICKUP OPPORTUNITIES

  • THURSDAY, 4/9 FROM 3-6PM at J&H Outdoors (189 Moore Drive, Lexington, KY 40503)

  • FRIDAY, 4/10 FROM 2-6PM at J&H Outdoors (189 Moore Drive, Lexington, KY 40503)

  • SATURDAY (race day), 4/11 FROM 6:15-7:15AM at the KY Horse Park Campground Area (race venue) - This PPU is only for out of town, out of state runners

  Pick up for family/friends is fine and encouraged. The more that can pick up on Thursday/Friday the better. No credentials or ID necessary.

  All in-person and virtual participants will receive a 11th Annual commemorative performance/technical shirts and finishers' medals and a run through a beautiful, rolling course through Horse County.

  Our race benefits Bluegrass Farms Charities who are the "Heart & Hands of Thoroughbred Racing." Founded in 2003, Blue Grass Farms Charities is a unique 501(c)(3)nonprofit dedicated to providing health and human services to people working in Central Kentucky's Thoroughbred ​industry.

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  MARATHON (26.2) ROUTE (1300 elevation, 19 hydration stations)

  HALF MARATHON (13.1) ROUTE (600 elevation, 8 hydration stations)

  HOTELS NEAR RACE VENUE There are 8-10 hotels located within 3 miles of the Kentucky Horse Park (Including Fairfield Inn, Embassy Suites, Marriott Griffin Gate Resort, GLo Hotel, La Quinta Inn, Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, Residence Inn by Marriott). We do not have any room blocks with these hotels as it is horse racing season at Keeneland Race Track so the hotels don't enter into those arrangements in April. Here is a HOTEL LIST of these hotels off I-64/i-75 most at Newtown Pike (Exit 115)

  GPS ADDRESS FOR THE RACE: 3785 Campground Road, Lexington, KY 40511 (It is NOT 4089 Iron Works Parkway - This address will take you to the KY Horse Park). We are not holding the race inside of the KY Horse Park.

  13.1 Miles 26.2 Miles Half Marathon Run Trail Virtual

  Lexington, Kentucky, 40511, United States
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• Brandon True Memorial Heroes For The Homeless 5K Presented by Anderson Communities [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 12:00 AM

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  Join us for this 3rd annual race to raise funds for the homeless of Lexington while celebrating the life of Brandon True. Special thanks to Anderson Communities for their Presenting Sponsorship....

  Join us for this 3rd annual race to raise funds for the homeless of Lexington while celebrating the life of Brandon True. Special thanks to Anderson Communities for their Presenting Sponsorship.

  SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2025 at 9:00AM at COLDSTREAM PARK/LEGACY TRAIL

  Race benefits the New Life Day Center

  RACE FEATURES:

  • Flat, fast course on paved trail surfaces on the scenic Legacy Trail

  • Commemorative unisex sized race T-shirts (Sizes S-3XL)

  • Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 5-year age groups

  • Free race photos

  • Social teams to enhance your race experience. Prize for the largest team.

  • 5K run/walk, 1-mile fun walk, Little Heroes Kid's Dash & virtual option

  • Music, food, fun and fellowship for a great local cause!

  PACKET PICKUP Our packet pickup will be Friday, 4/18/24 from 4-7pm at Drake's Restaurant on Leestown Road. Come grab your packet and enjoy dinner at Drakes!

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  1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Virtual Walk

  Coldstream Park/Legacy Trail, Lexington, Kentucky, 40511, United States
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• Grace in Every Step 5K [runsignup.com]
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  Fri, Apr 24, 2026 at 12:00 AM

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  Join us for this inaugural race honoring Harper Grace Stone and benefiting Trisomy 18 Warriors!

  Friday, April 24, 2026, at 7:00PM at Coldstream Park in North Lexington

  RACE FEATURES

  • Flat, scenic...

  Join us for this inaugural race honoring Harper Grace Stone and benefiting Trisomy 18 Warriors!

  Friday, April 24, 2026, at 7:00PM at Coldstream Park in North Lexington

  RACE FEATURES

  • Flat, scenic out and back course on the popular Legacy Trail

  • Commemorative race T-shirts (Mens/Womens/Youth sizes)

  • Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography)

  • Overall & Age Group Awards (5K)

  • 5K Run/Walk (timed), 1 Mile Fun Walk (untimed), FREE Kid's Dash (9 & under) and Virtual Option

  • Social Teams to enhance your race experience/Prize for the largest team

  • Indoor Restrooms & Convenient Parking (Embassy Suites North Lexington)

  • Food, fun and fellowship for a great cause!

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  PACKET PICKUP - Our plans for PPU will be announced closer to race week. We will definitely have race evening PPU from 5:45-6:45pm at the Embassy Suites North Lexington.

  SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - Please see sponsorship levels and additional information below.

  1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k Indoor Run Trail Virtual Walk

  Lexington, Kentucky, 40511, United States
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• Lunch Lady Hustle 5K Run/Walk [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 09, 2026 at 12:00 AM

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  Do you remember your favorite lunch lady? Did you love school pizza? Lunch ladies spend their school days hustling to feed kids. Now it’s your turn to hustle with the lunch ladies in this fun 5K....

  Do you remember your favorite lunch lady? Did you love school pizza? Lunch ladies spend their school days hustling to feed kids. Now it’s your turn to hustle with the lunch ladies in this fun 5K.

  Lace up your non-slip shoes and grab a hairnet because its race time! Our 6th Annual Lunch Lady Hustle 5K and the 1/4 mile Kids Dash will be held Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 8:15am at Coldstream Park/Legacy Trail in Northwest Lexington. We can’t wait to see you there!

  RACE FEATURES:

  • Commemorative unisex sized, super soft, poly/cotton shirts

  • Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in the following 5-year age groups (0-14, 15-19, 20-24 .... 75-79, 80+)

  • Flat/fast course on paved surface at beautiful Coldstream Park

  • Free Race Photos

  • The Lunch Lady Challenge --- A chance to hustle faster than the "Running Lunch Lady"

  • Great music, food, fun and fellowship

  • Best Dressed Lunch Lady Contest

  • 5K, Kids (1/4 Mile) Dash and Virtual Participant option

  This race is being presented by the Fayette County School Nutrition Association . FCSNA is a non-profit organization that aides local school nutrition employees and public school students. FCSNA provides annual student scholarships, employee scholarship, and multiple recognition awards. We offer continuing education for our members to develop their career skill sets while offering a localized sense of community. Our members and fellow child nutrition professionals have maintained their dedication throughout the pandemic. We have worked tirelessly to provide meals for adolescents and will continue to do so throughout 2021. If it wasn't known before 2020, it is now clear that some heroes do indeed, wear aprons instead of capes. 100% of proceeds and donations from our race will bolster our student & employee scholarship program.

  SOCIAL TEAMS Expand your race experience and SAVE $3.00 on your registration by starting or joining a social team when you register. Teams of 5 or more members enable team pricing which will save each member of the team $3.00. The first 4 members of the team will have their credit/debit card credited $3.00 when the 5th person joins the team. We'll also have a prize for the largest team. Team members can participate in either the 5K Run/Walk, Kids Dash or Virtual.

  PACKET PICKUP We will hold our only packet pickup on the morning of the race from 7:15-8:45am at Coldstream Park. No credentials or paperwork are necessary to pick up your packet.

  BEST DRESSED LUNCH LADY Channel your favorite lunch lady from the past. Circa 1970’s. We’ll have a fun prize for the best dressed “lady”.

  5K ROUTE MAP

  Course is an out and back on paved/concrete trail surfaces with very little elevation change. There are two hydration stations along the route at Mile 1.4 and 1.9. Common Start/Finish location on the east end of the Coldstream Dog Park area.

  3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Virtual Walk

  Coldstream Park/Legacy Trail, Lexington, Kentucky, 40511, United States
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• Run For Hope 5K [runsignup.com]
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  Sun, May 17, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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  Join us for the 4th annual Run For Hope 5K at Coldstream Park on Sunday, May 17, 2026 as we raise funds and awareness to provide hope to individuals and families through compassionate clinical...

  Join us for the 4th annual Run For Hope 5K at Coldstream Park on Sunday, May 17, 2026 as we raise funds and awareness to provide hope to individuals and families through compassionate clinical counseling.

  Our race is being held during the month of May which is Mental Health Awareness Month.

  RACE FEATURES

  • Flat, fast course on the paved Legacy Trail at Coldstream Park

  • Commemorative unisex sized race shirts (Sizes S-2XL) while supplies last

  • Awards for our top finishers

  • Free race photos (Thanks TOPS in LEX!)

  • Music, fun and fellowship

  • A run/walk event where all fitness levels are welcomed

  PACKET PICKUP --- Our packet pickup will be held on race day (Sunday, May 17th) from 12:45-2:00pm at Coldstream Park. We'll be at the RaceRise table.

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  Our race will benefit Hope Springs Counseling Center.

  3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Walk

  Lexington, Kentucky, 40511, United States
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• Freebird 5K [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Sep 12, 2026 at 12:00 AM

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  Join us for the 2nd Annual Freebird 5K Run/Walk honoring the life & legacy of Charles "Charlie" O'Connell.

  SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 AT 8:00AM AT COLDSTREAM DOG PARK/LEGACY TRAIL

  RACE FEATURES:

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  Join us for the 2nd Annual Freebird 5K Run/Walk honoring the life & legacy of Charles "Charlie" O'Connell.

  SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 AT 8:00AM AT COLDSTREAM DOG PARK/LEGACY TRAIL

  RACE FEATURES:

  • Flat/fast and scenic course at Coldstream Park/Legacy Trail

  • Commemorative unisex sized T-shirts (Or select the No Shirt option)

  • 5K Run/Walk, 1 Miler (untimed) Fun Walk & Virtual Option

  • Overall Top 3 M/F & Top 3 M/F Age Group Awards (0-14, 15-19, 20-24 and 5-year groups to 65-69, 70+)

  • Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography) & Finish Line Photo Contest

  • Social Teams to Enhance Your Race Experience (Prize for the largest team)

  • Convenient race morning Packet Pickup at Coldstream Park

  • Food, fun and fellowship as we honor a great Lexingtonian and his legacy

  Our race will benefit the Lexington Public Safety Museum which is dedicated to preserving, collecting, and exhibiting the history of all public safety agencies within Fayette County, Kentucky. It serves as an ambassador and advocate for public safety, promoting safety awareness, diversity, and collective heritage.

  Charles “Charlie” O’Connell July 5, 1954 – September 16, 2021; A larger than life spirit that is still felt within Lexington! Affectionately called Charlie ‘O by many that knew him, he was a husband, a son, a brother, an uncle and a beloved friend of so many! Charlie was as public servant to the core. He was always ready to offer a helping hand to anyone in need! Charlie devoted his life to public safety! Charlie worked for UKPD, Lexington PD, Lexington E911 as a PD Dispatcher and Fire Dispatch Supervisor. Charlie had a public safety heart, a servant leader. Charlie left everyone he came in contact better! Charlie was a music enthusiast and adventurous! Whether he was running, bicycling, riding in his convertible, motorcycling, or flying his Cessna he loved the feeling of the wind. He loved feeling free! Our 5K was founded in honor of Charlie’s legacy in public safety. Fly high Charlie O' ---- Freebird!

  1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k Cycling Run Trail Virtual Walk

  Lexington, Kentucky, 40511, United States
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• Run Baby Run 5K Benefiting NICU Babies [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 12:00 AM

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  Join us for this fun 5th annual race at Coldstream Park to support NICU babies.

  The 5th Annual RUN BABY RUN 5K will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 9:00am at Coldstream Park/Legacy Trail...

  Join us for this fun 5th annual race at Coldstream Park to support NICU babies.

  The 5th Annual RUN BABY RUN 5K will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 9:00am at Coldstream Park/Legacy Trail in Northwest Lexington. Run/walk in-person or join us as a virtual participant and run/walk your 3.1 miles from anywhere. We also have a Kid's Dash (1/4 mile) for kiddos 10 and under!

  RACE FEATURES:

  • Flat/fast course on the Legacy Trail through scenic Coldstream Park

  • Commemorative race T-shirts

  • Free race photos (Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton)

  • Chip timing (Thanks RaceRise)

  • Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Age Groups (5-year divisions)

  • Social teams to expand your race fun/experience (We'll have a prize for the largest team)

  • 5K run/walk, Kid's 1/4 Mile Dash and Virtual option

  • Food, fun and fellowship

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  PACKET PICKUP We will be holding our packet pickup on race morning (Saturday, 9/26/26) from 7:30-8:45am at Coldstream Park. If the size of the race grows to the point of needing an advanced day PPU then we'll announce those details.

  3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Virtual Walk

  Coldstream Park/Legacy Trail, Lexington, Kentucky, 40511, United States
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• The Raven 10K [runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 12:00 AM

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  Join us for the 12th annual Raven 10K Trail Run on the grounds of Raven Run Nature Sanctuary.

  Our 2026 in-person race will be held on Sunday, September 27th at 9:00am. There will also be a Raven 10K...

  Join us for the 12th annual Raven 10K Trail Run on the grounds of Raven Run Nature Sanctuary.

  Our 2026 in-person race will be held on Sunday, September 27th at 9:00am. There will also be a Raven 10K Virtual option for those who want to participate on their own schedule.

  The race is presented by Lexington Parks & Recreation!

  REGISTRATION FEE: $42 Raven 10K (In-person) until September 13th at 11:59pm, $50 after. - $30 Raven 10K (virtual)

  Race Capacity: 170 Runners (Limit in place due to parking capacity at the park)

  PACKET PICKUP: TBD

  LAST CHANCE PACKET PICKUP: Sunday, September 27th 7:30 - 8:30am at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. - 3885 Raven Run Way, Lexington, KY 40515

  RACE DAY --- ARRIVE BY 8:30AM We ask all participants to arrive and be checked in by 8:30am. We'll have a mandatory runner meeting at 8:55am. We'll start the race promptly at 9:00am.

  VIRTUAL RUN/WALK/HIKE OPTION: For those who would like to participate but can't or don't want to join us for the in-person event, we have a virtual option for $30, $25 without a shirt. You run/walk/hike your 10K prior to September 28th, and you'll earn a commemorative race shirt. There are no awards or results submission for the virtual, all on the honor system. You can run/walk/hike your 10K (6.2 miles) from Raven Run Nature Sanctuary or the local/route of your choice. Race shirts will be mailed to virtual participants.

  TIME/PACE LIMIT: We have use of the park until 11:30am, so our race has a 2.5-hour (24 minute/mile) pace limit.

  AWARDS: We will present awards following the race to the Top 3 M/F Overall finishers as well as the Top 3 M/F in the following age groups (0-9, 10-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

  6.2 Miles 10k Run Trail Virtual Walk

  Lexington, Kentucky, 40515, United States
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• Miles For Medicine 5K Run/Walk [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Oct 24, 2026 at 12:00 AM

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  Join us for the 3rd Annual Miles For Medicine 5K Run/Walk as we raise funds to support the University of Kentucky College of Medicine Salvation Army Clinic!

  Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 9:00am at...

  Join us for the 3rd Annual Miles For Medicine 5K Run/Walk as we raise funds to support the University of Kentucky College of Medicine Salvation Army Clinic!

  Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 9:00am at Coldstream Park in Northwest Lexington

  RACE FEATURES:

  • Flat/fast 5K route on the Legacy Trail through scenic Coldstream Park

  • Commemorative performance T-shirts (Men's, Women's, Youth sizes)

  • Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 5-year age groups

  • DJ and Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography)

  • Social Teams to Expand/Enhance your Race Experience (Prize for the largest social team)

  • Chip timing for the 5K provided by RaceRise

  • 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Walk (untimed), Kid's Dash & Virtual Option

  • Food, fun and fellowship for a great cause!

  WHY WE RACE?

  Our race will support the University of Kentucky College of Medicine Salvation Army Clinic (SAC).

  The University of Kentucky College of Medicine Salvation Army Clinic (SAC) has been serving Lexington residents for free since 1986. The clinic is located in and treats residents of the Salvation Army women and children’s shelter. The clinic currently has twice weekly adult clinics, and monthly pediatric and ophthalmology clinics along with oral cancer screenings provided by ENT and free weekly tobacco cessation groups. We also help patients sign-up for insurance, get established with primary care and dental care, and connect them with other community resources. The clinic is fully run by medical students with the support of volunteer physicians, pharmacists, and pharmacy students. The mission of SAC is to allow students to get early clinical exposure by assuming a leadership role in improving the health and well-being of the underserved populations in Lexington and to increase awareness of the social determinants of health while providing free medical services. Without the service and

  leadership of our volunteers, we would not be able to operate the clinic. The Salvation Army Clinic is completely dependent on donations and grants. All monies raised will go towards the purchase of medications and supplies for the clinic.

  5K ROUTE

  PACKET PICKUP DETAILS - We are conducting our packet pickup on race morning (Saturday) from 7:30-8:45am at Coldstream Dog Park. Look for the orange/blue RaceRise tent on race day. Pickup for friends/family/team members is fine and encouraged. There is no advanced day PPU for this year's race.

  1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Virtual Walk

  Lexington, Kentucky, 40511, United States
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