Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

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 ParkCommemorative 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 groupsDJ 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 RaceRise5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Walk (untimed), Kid's Dash & Virtual OptionFood, 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.

Bring the whole family to our outdoor Halloween party! John's Run/Walk Shop and HOKA are throwing another FREE Silent Disco on Saturday, October 24, and it's sure to be a Thriller! Headphones to enjoy multiple curated playlists (including a Halloween playlist!)Prize drawingsHOKA shoe demos (Arahi 9 and Clifton Pro)Family-friendly Halloween movie playing on an inflatable screenFREE ice cream from local business Joe Brett's Ice Creamand more!

Ready to power up your fall? Join us in Lexington, OK - just a short drive South of Norman - on Saturday, October 24th at 8:30am for the Level Up 5K Fun Run & Walk, a fun-filled community event benefiting the Lexington E-Sports Booster Club. Whether you're a serious runner, casual walker, gamer, student, parent, or community supporter, this event is for you! Every step helps provide opportunities for Lexington student gamers through equipment, travel, tournament participation, and educational experiences. So lace up your running shoes, grab your friends, and help support the next generation of competitors. This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels. Race through Lexington, enjoy the energy of fellow participants, and celebrate crossing the finish line knowing you've made a difference. But don't log off after the race! Stick around for the Lexington Fall Festival immediately following the event. Enjoy a full morning of community fun, activities, entertainment, food vendors, and fall festivities. It's the perfect way to turn race day into an unforgettable day with family and friends.

WORLD RUN DAY 2026 October 24–25, 2026 | Virtual 5K Run/Walk ONE WORLD. ONE PASSION. ONE WORLD RUN DAY! The World Is Running. Are You In? Join runners and walkers around the globe for World Run Day 2026! Since 1999, World Run Day has celebrated running, fitness, health, and community — bringing people together through a shared passion for running. Whether you're a marathoner, casual jogger, or first-time participant, this is YOUR day to celebrate! TWO GREAT COMMEMORATIVE ITEMS — ONE INCREDIBLE VALUE! Your registration includes: 1. EXCLUSIVE LONG-SLEEVE WORLD RUN DAY 2026 T-SHIRT Celebrate in style with a specially designed commemorative shirt! Shipped promptly after registration, with typical delivery in 4–7 days. Wear it proudly on World Run Day and beyond! Our Best Value in our series of virtual run events. 2. INSPIRATIONAL, FRAME-WORTHY RACE BIB A colorful commemorative bib featuring major cities from around the world, celebrating the global running community. Wear it. Save it. Frame it! YOUR 5K. YOUR COURSE. YOUR PACE. Distance: 5K (3.1 miles) When: October 24 - 25, 2026 Where: Anywhere in the world — outdoors or on a treadmill Who: Runners and walkers of all abilities Results: Upload your finishing time before noon October 27 Celebrate the joy of running, inspire healthier lifestyles, and connect with runners around the world. DON'T MISS OUT — REGISTER TODAY! RUN ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. TOGETHER. www.runday.com World Run Day — Celebrating Running Since 1999.

Join the Arnold Air Society for our annual Service Project: Running for Suicide Awareness 5K/10K, an event dedicated to raising awareness for suicide prevention and promoting mental health within our community. This event honors those we’ve lost, supports those who continue to struggle, and reminds us that no one runs alone. Participants of all fitness levels are welcome to walk, jog, or run in solidarity and support of the cause. All proceeds and participation efforts go toward promoting suicide awareness, resilience, and connection among our cadets, veterans, and community members. Come together with us as we run for hope, strength, and life. Event Details: Date: Thursday, Oct 30Time: Check in begins at 12:45 PM and ends at 1:15 PM.Venue: Jordan's Point ParkDistance Options: 5k, 10kRegistration: Free, donations welcomed Parking Parking will be available at Jordan's Point Park, on Jordan's Point Rd, and the VMI North Post Parking lots. Additional parking may be available i

Join us for this inaugural race benefiting the Western Pa Search and Rescue Development Center- Bluegrass Division. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2026, at 6:00PM at Coldstream Park in NW Lexington We've got a fun, spooky race planned that you don't want to miss. Dress up (optional) for our Best Dressed prize or just come run/walk at scenic Coldstream Park. RACE FEATURES: Scenic flat/fast paved course at Coldstream ParkCommemorative race T-shirtsFree photos (Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton!)FREE Kid's Dash (9 & Under) - Participation Medals for the Kids!Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in various age divisionsConvenient race evening packet pickup at the raceVirtual option for those who can't run in personSocial teams to expand/enhance your race experience (Prize for the largest team)Music, fellowship and fun for a great cause! MORE ABOUT OUR CHARITY PARTNER Our race proceeds will benefit the Western Pennsylvania Search & Rescue Development Center (WPSARDC) Bluegrass Division. WPSARDC is dedicated to serving at-risk and vulnerable individuals in Pennsylvania. Since our founding in 2000, we have grown into an organization focused exclusively on supporting these populations. In 2025, WPSARDC expanded its reach into the Lexington, Kentucky area by creating the WPSARDC Bluegrass Division, bringing its mission of social wellness, civility, and community support to vulnerable and underserved populations throughout Lexington and the surrounding comm As a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), we combine specialized emergency response capabilities with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by vulnerable individuals. This expertise allows us to provide compassionate, effective assistance during times of crisis and emergency. Our mission is to promote safety, security, and well-being for those most in need. Through quality services, community partnerships, and unwavering dedication, we strive to ensure that every person has access to the support and resources necessary to remain safe and protected. Learn more at www.wpsardc.org

The GenesisHR Battlegreen Run will be celebrating the 31st RUNNING of this race on Sunday, November 1, 2026 in Lexington, MA! Since its inception in 1996, the GenesisHR Battlegreen Run has been established as one of the most popular road race events in New England. This race event is unlike any other racing event from start to finish. Todd Angilly, voice of the Boston Bruins, sends the runners along their way with a stirring rendition of the Star Spangled Banner, accompanied by musket fire, courtesy of the Lexington Minute Men.            There is also and optional VIRTUAL run!  Sign up, join a team and run your chosen distance wherever you like between 11.1.26 and 11.07.26. Just be sure to post your results no later than 11:59 PM Sunday 11.07.26.  Off site parking and free shuttle service will be available from Minuteman High School 758 Marrett Rd Lexington, MA 02421. What is included with my virtual registration? Personalized race BibPersonalized race Certificate of Completion for do

At Ashland Elementary, we try to take our 4th and 5th grade students on at least one outside-the-classroom experience every single month. These trips come with a price, and we never want any student to miss out on these opportunities because of the financial burden they could put on families. These field trips help expose our scholars to pathways they may never have known about — whether it’s in the arts, science, or possible future careers! The Eagle Chase 5K is our way of keeping those trips fun, educational, and affordable. All race proceeds go directly toward field trip costs, including two big end-of-year adventures for our 4th and 5th grade students! Whether you run, walk, or sponsor a student, you’re helping our scholars experience learning beyond the classroom while easing the cost for Ashland families. Walkers are absolutely welcome — every step makes a difference! Thanks for supporting Ashland Elementary! We’re a small public school that does big things for our students. Help us make every mile count! 🦅

Your patients deserve the highest-quality footwear tailored to their specific needs. Learn about John's Run/Walk Shop's fit process and talk to our brand representatives about how their shoes, inserts, and other foot health products can benefit your patients. This relaxed event will provide you with the knowledge and confidence to recommend the best foot health solutions to your patients. Attendees will receive free Powerstep or Currex insoles, entries into prize drawings from HOKA and Birkenstock, special discounts, and light refreshments. Medical Professionals Night is free, but attendees must register in advance. Limit: 60 attendees.

Run Hard Half Marathon, 10k and 5k will be held on November 14, 2026. There are three event options offered. Choose a race for more details! Our courses are fully certified from the USATF. Packet Pick-upParticipants must pick up their race packet on Friday, November 13, 2025, between 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm during packet pick-up at Fleet Feet Lexington, or on Saturday from 5:30 am - 7:00 am at the Lexington County Blowfish Stadium. Race day registration will be available until 7:30AM.

Join us for one of Lexington's only true trail races on the beautiful Veterans Park trails to help keep our watershed clean & green! The 12th Annual Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler will take place on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 9:00am at Veterans Park in South Lexington. The 4-mile course will traverse portions of the park, trails, and some pathways along/around the scenic East Hickman Creek. The race will be chip timed, and awards will be presented for top 3 M/F Overall and Age Groups (5-year divisions). Commemorative long-sleeved T-shirts will be provided to all registrants. Runners & walkers of all experience levels are welcomed. Free race photos provided by Ruby Cline-Eaton! We've added a Virtual Runner/Walker opportunity for the Dirty Dog. If you live out of the area or will be out of town during our race, you can still participate and make a donation to the Hickman Creek Conservancy. Register as a virtual for $30, and we'll mail your commemorative race shirt. You can then run/walk/hike your own "Dirty Dog" on your own schedule in your own hometown (optional of course). PACKET PICKUP: Our packet pickup will be held on race morning from 7:30-8:45am at Veterans Park. RACE PHOTOS: Ruby Cline-Eaton will be taking photos which will be made available to all runners in an email following the race. The course will be officially measured and marked for your safety and direction. The course will have some open grassy areas and cross at least one dry rocky creek, as well as consist of mainly hard packed dirt trail areas. There will be at least 2 hydration stops along the course (Mile Marker 1 and 3) where water will be served. RACE BENEFICIARY Our 2026 race beneficiary will again be the Hickman Creek Conservancy who works to keep our watershed clean and green. Read more below and consider a donation to help them achieve their mission. Questions about the race can be directed to Bob Baney, Race Director at BobBaney12@gmail.com 4 MILER ROUTE (This mapping is slightly short, but course will be mapped accurately at 4.0 miles. This map represents the general configuration of the route and is subject to change)

Join us for this inaugural race presented by Georgia Pacific which benefits the Lexington Ronald McDonald House! Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 2:00pm at the Legacy Trail/Coldstream Park in NW Lexington RACE FEATURES: Flat/fast course on paved trail surfaceCommemorative race T-shirts (unisex sized shirts)Free race photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography!)Social Teams to enhance your race experience (Prize for the largest team!)Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 10-year age divisionsFood/fun/fellowship for a great local cause - Lexington Ronald McDonald House RACE ROUTE - Coming soon!

🌟🎅 Kick Off the Holidays at the 2026 Southern Lights Stroll! 🎅🌟 📍 Kentucky Horse Park | Saturday, November 21, 2026 Ready, set… GLOW! It’s that magical time of year again—and there’s no better way to jumpstart your holiday season than by literally lighting the way! Join us for the Southern Lights Stroll, your one-night-only chance to walk, run, and twirl through the iconic lights of the Kentucky Horse Park—before the cars take over! Whether you're chasing a personal best or strolling with hot cocoa in hand, there's something for everyone: 🏁 5K Chip-Timed Race – Starts at 5:30 PM 🏁 All 5K participants are expected to start at 5:30 PM 🚶‍♀️ Stroll (Untimed Walk) – Begins at 6:00 PM 🎄 All Stroll participants must be on the course by 8:00 PM—don’t miss the magic! 🎅 The fun doesn’t stop at the finish line! Once you cross into the Holiday Village, stick around for a night of merry memory-making: 🎁 Photos with Santa 🍻Rudolph's Hitching Post 🚂 Mini Train Rides 🎶 Music, lights, and holiday vibes 🎉 And even more surprises to be revealed! 👕 Limited-edition event shirts go to the first 2,000 adults registered—so don’t wait! 👧 Kids 12 & under may participate for FREE! (Race shirt not included) 🎟️ Packet Pickup Details: 📍 Visitor Information Center at the Kentucky Horse Park Thursday, November 19 | 4:30–7:00 PM Friday, November 20 | 4:30–7:00 PM Saturday, November 21 | Starting at 4:00 PM INSIDER TIP: Pick up your packet on Thursday or Friday to make race day a breeze 🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We're thrilled to announce a brand-new route for this year's Southern Lights Stroll! Lace up your walking shoes and get ready to explore a reimagined path filled with dazzling lights, festive cheer, and magical surprises around every turn. Whether you're a returning fan or a first-time visitor, this new route promises an unforgettable experience for all ages. 📍 Start Line: In front of the Kentucky Horse Park Visitors Center 🎉 Finish Line: Right in the heart of the festive Holiday Village 🎄 Join the glow. Feel the joy. Start the season with sparkle. The Southern Lights Stroll is more than a race—it’s a celebration. Bring your family, your friends, your dog (on a leash, of course), and your holiday spirit! See you under the lights!

THANKSGIVING WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN! Join us for the 11th Annual Gobbler Half Marathon, 10K & 5K on Sunday, November 22, 2026, at 8:30am at Mereworth Farm in West Lexington.  Earn your Thanksgiving feast the following Thursday with a scenic Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K through beautiful bluegrass horse country. RACE FEATURES: Scenic country course through horse countryStart/Finish on Mereworth Farm (Home of New Vocations Racehorse Adoption)Finisher's medals for all 3 racesCommemorative long sleeved performance race shirtsDJ James Hummel/Freestyle EntertainmentFree Race Photos (Ruby Cline-Eaton and JA Laub Photography)A distance for everyone --- Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Virtual OptionOverall & Age Group Awards for all 3 races (5-year age divisions)Berserker Brew Coffee & Hot CocoaFood, fun and fellowship for a great cause In addition to our in-person race, we are also providing a VIRTUAL OPTION for those who can't join us in person (or who are not ready for an i

43rd Annual Thoroughbred Classic 5K Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 26, 2026 Join us for the 43rd annual Thoroughbred Classic 5K on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM at Lexington’s historic Keeneland Race Course. Every Thanksgiving morning, runners and walkers from across the country come to Lexington, Kentucky, to take part in the Thoroughbred Classic 5K. Organized by Bluegrass Runners, the Thoroughbred Classic is a family-friendly event that benefits several local charities. We continue to be able to make an amazing amount of donations to local charities, last year was our best year at $85,000! Let's beat that this year! GENERAL INFORMATION Check our website and like our Facebook page for all the latest news and announcements. We continue to have great things planned for you: overall awards, another fun shirt design, kids 9 and under finisher medals, AND age group awards. It's everything you've come to expect from our event! For 2026, we will again have a team option - create or join a team and win our largest team prize. Team participants must be registered by Wednesday, November 25th at 11:59PM to qualify. Get your family and friends to join in on the fun. Please note that in addition to our Registration Fee, RunSignUp charges a fee for using their service. You are charged one fee no matter how many people you register at once, so you can save a couple of dollars if you register everyone in your group/family at the same time. Also for 2026, we will be welcoming the Veterans VA 5K to join us as a charity since their race is postponed due to construction. Check out their website for more information. Veterans VA 5K AWARDS Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Seniors, and Age Group Awards will be presented. Turkey medals will be awarded to all children (ages 1-9) with an appropriate race bib. Stroller bibs ($5 untimed bib) are NOT eligible for a turkey medal. SWAG While supplies last, registrants receive a commemorative long-sleeve technical shirt. We will again offer youth-specific shirts while supplies last. If you want to make sure you get your preferred size, REGISTER EARLY! Please make your size selection carefully. There will be NO SHIRT EXCHANGES until after the conclusion of the race. Shirt sizing information and photos will be available on the race web page. Socks We again plan to provide an awesome premium to our first 1,000 in person participants who are 10 years or older -- a pair of PRO Compression brand technical running socks. BGR gets its own unique design each year! The socks are offered in S/M and L/XL sizes, with limited quantities of each size. Please arrive early for packet pick up for the best size selection. Sizing information is available on the race webpage. NOTE: Because kids 9 and under receive finisher medals, they will not receive a pair of socks. Virtual Participants will not receive socks. IMPORTANT DATES August 1st - REGISTRATION OPENS at $25 per registration August 15th- PRICE INCREASE to $30 per registration (BGR Club member discounts still apply) and custom hoodies cost increases to $40September 1st- PRICE INCREASE to $35 per registration (BGR Club member discounts still apply)October 1st- PRICE INCREASE to $40 per registration (BGR Club member discounts still apply)October 12th - Deadline to register if you want to include your name on the back of the shirt.October 14th - Deadline to register and guarantee your shirt size.November 1st- PRICE INCREASE to $45 per registration (BGR Club member discounts still apply)November 2nd - Deadline if you want to guarantee your KIDS shirt size.November 4th - Deadline to register if you want your name on your bib.November 24, 2026 - 2:00-6:00 First day of Packet Pick Up at Barn 1 at Keeneland Racecourse, 4201 Versailles Road, Lexington, KYNovember 25, 2026 - 2:00-6:00 Second day of Packet Pick Up at Barn 1 at Keeneland Racecourse, 4201 Versailles Road, Lexington, KY STROLLERS & DOGS We understand that Thanksgiving is a family holiday and that for some families, they cannot participate without bringing their stroller or dog. Because these present unique safety considerations, especially in a race of this size, ALL participants must be registered. To provide the most enjoyable and safest race experience for everyone: A $5 untimed bib MUST be purchased for each stroller and each dog. Untimed bibs will be available for purchase during registration and on race day.All participants with strollers and/or dogs MUST start in the designated area BEHIND all the runners and walkers Participants with strollers and/or dogs must be personally responsible for any strollers or dogs and not disrupt any other participant on the course. NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES ARE PERMITTED. If you do not follow these, or any other rules, or do not purchase a bib, you will be removed from the course. Untimed bibs must be purchased in addition to a regular participant's timed bib - that is, you cannot just purchase a stroller or dog bib and otherwise participate in the race. NOTE: Stroller and dog bibs are untimed and do not qualify for turkey finisher medals, shirts, socks or any other race giveaways. Stroller and dog bibs do NOT qualify as a participant in the largest team competition. PACKET PICKUP What's a packet? For in person participants, your "packet" consists of (1) your race shirt, (2) your race bib with timing chip, and (3) if you registered early enough, socks. For virtual participants, your "packet" consists of a shirt only. NO packets contain any awards and we do not provide participant medals. Packet pickup will be held at Barn 1 at Keeneland Racecourse, 4201 Versailles Road, Lexington, KY. Packet Pick Up Day 1: Tuesday November 24, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Packet Pick Up Day 2: Wednesday, November 25, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Registration is available at packet pickup. Can't make it to packet pickup? For the in person event we'll also have race day packet pickup starting at 7:30 AM. We strongly encourage you to pick up your packet on one of the two packet pickup dates noted above if possible. If you choose race day pickup, please make sure to arrive at least one hour early to avoid traffic and parking delays. All packets must be picked up during the scheduled packet pickup times. There will be no packet pickup after the start of the race or in the days following the race. We do not have the ability to store packets. NO REFUNDS Because we donate all proceeds to charity, there are no refunds, no exceptions. Thank you for supporting your local non-profits! MAILED VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT PACKETS If you register for our virtual race AND pay for your shirt to be mailed, it will be mailed to you the Monday after the race. (We do not have the shirts in time to mail before the race date.) If you want your shirt earlier or if you did NOT pay for mailing, you will need to come to one of the Packet Pick Up dates above and get your shirt. As noted above, virtual racers receive ONLY a shirt- no socks, race bib (number), or awards. OTHER - RACE WEBSITE The Thoroughbred Classic is presented by Bluegrass Runners (www.bluegrassrunners.org) and will be chip timed by BlueGrass Timing (BlueGrass Timing). For a course map, race start/finish, parking, FAQs, and other more specific information, please check out our race website. Thank you for your support! Your Bluegrass Runners Race Director Team

Join us for the 4th Annual LexGiving 5k Run/Walk - Now on Thanksgiving Morning, with a new, family-friendlier course! The LexGiving team is excited to continue its mission to bring community together, on a new course with a few less hills! The event will now take place on Thanksgiving, the most popular day in America for a 5k walk/run. It's a great opportunity to connect with friends and family, and make new friends, as you stretch those legs, and move your body before enjoying all the other wonderful things that Thanksgiving has to offer. As we have the past 3 years, we'll have a DJ, race photographer, and after the race will hold a prize sweepstakes giveaway in addition to our awards ceremony. The 5k Deets Thanksgiving Morning - Thursday, November 2026 Gun goes off at 8:45am Bib Pick-Up Begins at 7:30am FREE Race T-Shirts to all who register by November 9, 2026 Race begins and ends at Lincoln Field Photos will be taken throughout the race. All race day photos will be published and available to the public for FREE on our website at the completion of the event. Strollers and dogs are welcome in the race, lined up at the back of the starting pack to avoid collisions. Sweepstakes to be held at the conclusion of the race. Prizes include an amazing overnight stay package at the Inn at Hastings Park, and a GoPro HERO13, with more to be added! See Sweepstakes page for official rules. Pricing Registration Race Fee: $35 Race Day Registration: $40 ($30 for Groups below) Students & Seniors: $25 Municipal Employees & First Responders: $25 Awards Chip-timing bibs to be used. We'll provide medals to the Top Male & Female, and Age-Bracket Winners. Top 3 male & female finishers by age bracket to receive printed certificate. Age Brackets: Elementary School & Younger (10 & Under) Middle School (11 - 14 years old) High School (15 - 18 years old) 19-29 29-39 39-49 49-59 59-69 70+ TOYS FOR TOTS DRIVE We are especially proud to again partner with the Lexington Police Department, as well as the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and their Toys for Tots program, which provides toys, books and emotional support to disadvantaged children. We will have a drop-off toy drive at the race, please bring an unwrapped toy or book to the race and we'll bring them to the LPD. Help us provide disadvantaged children with a happier holiday season! YOUR HOSTS/BENEFICIARIES The race is proudly created by Friends of Lexington High School Wrestling Team Corp., the boosters organization for LHS Wrestling. We're excited to one again partner with the Minuteman Regional Vocational Technical High School Parents Association. And new this year, we're excited to bring into the fold, Concord-Carlisle High School's Wrestling Team - we figure the more the merrier! Proceeds will be used to fund the operations of the LexGiving 5k, with costs including the official timer, website provider, and Lexington Police Department to ensure the safety of all participants, among other costs. Excess proceeds will support the Lexington & Concord-Carlisle wrestling teams, including the purchase of new uniforms and travel costs for tournaments, and other expenses as needed. The Minuteman Parents Association proceeds go to support Senior scholarships, teacher appreciation week, field trips, athletics initiatives, and after-school activities. YOUR SUPPORT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!

The Early Bird 5k/3k will be held Rain or Shine on Thanksgiving Morning, November 26th We can't wait to see you in November! Please help us spread the word. Invite your coworkers, family and friends and enjoy a morning of exercise and fellowship!

2025 Race Results are now available! View them here. The Lexington-Rockbridge Jaycees are excited to be continuing Lexington's best Thanksgiving tradition with the 15th Annual Lexington Gobble Wobble 5k! On Thanksgiving Day, we will be hosting both a 5k (walk or run) and Children's Fun Run, making this a community event the whole family can participate in! So come out and enjoy the festivities, but don't worry, we'll still get you home in time to put the turkey in the oven! *Children's Fun Run Registration will be available starting at 7:30am of the day of the race, and a guardian must be present to sign the waiver. Open to runners/walkers of all abilities. Strollers welcome. Pets on a leash are welcome. Schedule 7:30am - Registration Opens (5K & Children's Fun Run)8:30am - Children’s Fun Run Start8:45am - Warm-up9:00am - 5K Race StartAwards presentation & photos with Gobble Wobble turkey mascot to follow. Race Amenities: Chip timedPre-registered 5k participants will receive long-sleeve race t-shirt WHILE supplies last (must register by Nov. 1st to guarantee a shirt)***Post-race water and refreshmentsOverall and age group awards in the 5k ***The deadline to receive a T-shirt is November 1st. If you register after that date, we cannot guarantee a Gobble Wobble t-shirt but will have extra shirts available while supplies last. Sponsors must send in materials by Sunday, November 1 to be included on T-shirts. **Have questions? We'd love to answer them! Send us an email at: lexingtongobblewobble@gmail.com!**

In 2008, the Lexington High School Cross Country / Track & Field program hosted its first annual “Alumni Race” on the same, nearly all-road course the team has called home since 1970. Over the last 18 years, with the support of athletes, coaches, and parent volunteers our tradition has grown into an event that allows us to share the sport we love with the larger community. Our track family invites you to come be a part of the legacy the Saturday after Thanksgiving, November 28th at 9am, for the Lexington Legacy 5k run/walk. All proceeds will go to support the nearly 250 boys and girls on the LHS Cross Country / Track & Field team. **NEW IN 2026** We will offer a VIRTUAL 5k run. For those who won't be in Lexington on race day, you can still be a part of the Legacy. Just sign up, and run your 5k any where you can between 11/28/26 and 12/5/26. Once finished, you should post your results no later than 11:59 PM on Saturday, 12/5/26. The 2026 edition of the Legacy 5k will include a team competition! Team up and race with members of your local running club, your graduating class, your friends, family, co-workers, etc. Each team must have a minimum of 5 runners. Bragging rights and prizes will be on the line! Entry Fees Pre-Registration Race Fee: $35 Day of Event Race Fee: $40Students & Seniors: $25Town of Lexington Employees: $25 *Note: Prices do not include additional online processing fee* Event Swag Participants who register before November 7th receive the official Lexington Legacy 5k T-shirtRace T-shirts can be purchased through our online store or on race day for $20Save your race bib, as that number is your entry for our annual post-race raffle Awards Male ChampionFemale Champion1st Place LHS Alumni Male1st Place LHS Alumni FemaleAge group awards will be issued to the 1st place male and female finishers in the following categories: 11 and under12-14 years old15-19 years old20-29 years old30-39 years old40-49 years old50-59 years old60-69 years old70 and over *Note: There will be no duplicate award winners in this race* Race Day Photos Photos will be taken throughout the race All race day photos will be published and available to the public for FREE on our website at the completion of the event Race Route 5K USATF Certified Course Strollers and dogs are welcome in the race, lined up at the back of the starting pack to avoid collisions.

ABOUT THIS RACE For the 20th year, the Reindeer Ramble will provide a great community-building atmosphere that brings people together from all walks of life. This event is a strong source of the YMCA's fundraising effort that helps to provide assistance to children and families through our financial assistance program. Participants who register for the Reindeer Ramble should feel proud to know that their registration is helping to fund our Annual Campaign efforts that impact thousands of lives in our community! Through the generosity of donors, our financial assistance program offers families a way to apply for assistance on a sliding fee scale that’s designed to fit each individual's financial situation. Your support makes this possible. Our services are available to everyone and proceeds from this event will help provide scholarships for children and families to attend YMCA programs and memberships. We encourage you to wear your favorite holiday sweater, Santa suit or “holiday festive” attire and get into the spirit of this holiday fun run/walk - GET CREATIVE! You may register as an individual runner/walker or with a group as a team. Teams of 5 or more will receive a discounted registration fee. Teams can consist of adult and child members. We will recognize the top finishers in each category, as well as those race teams that celebrated the holiday spirit the brightest. Race Day Saturday, December 12, 10:00am - Keeneland Race Course 4201 Versailles Rd Lexington, KY US 40510 Registration Sep. 21 - Oct. 11, Race Fee: $27 Oct. 12 - Nov. 8, Race Fee: $32 Nov. 9 - Nov. 29, Race Fee: $37 Nov. 30 - Dec. 12, Race Fee: $40 Packet Pickup Friday, December 11: 9:00am-1:00pm & 4:00-6:15pm - High Street YMCA Packets will also be available on race day starting at 8:30am at Keeneland Shirts Participants will receive a commemorative Reindeer Ramble shirt with registration, based on availability. Due to inventory selection, the sooner you register, the greater chance you'll be able to get your preferred size. If the size you need is no longer available, you'll be able to either select a different size that is in-stock or swap it out for the correct size during our packet pickup. We will only have a few shirts in each size in our exchange inventory, so it will be first come-first serve with exchange availability. Race Route CLICK HERE for the 5K race route. Awards - Top 5 Overall Males & Females - Top 3 Males & Females in each age group - Top 3 Overall Teams (Team awards will be determined by calculating the fastest 5 times on each race team. The 3 fastest team times will be the winners.) Age Groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, .30-34 ... 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over. Race Teams 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 awards. The top 3 teams will receive an award plaque for their success! Virtual Race Time Submission Virtual participants may run/walk their 5K any place in the world! Simply run the correct distance and post your time. You will be able to submit your times from Monday, December 7 through Saturday, December 12. Virtual participants are not eligible for awards, but are still eligible to receive their race shirt during packet pickup! CLICK HERE to submit your race times. Sponsors Thank you to PUBLIX® and all of our sponsors for their generosity and support of this year's Reindeer Ramble!

We offer sessions by the hour, keeping the price fair for you.Individualized plans and meeting notes that cover everything we talked about.Race specific packages that include four sessions, and initial session, a session at the midway point of your training block, pre-race strategy meeting, and post-race debrief. Corporate run coaching and corporate run events Scroll down to see a detailed breakdown of each of our services!

IN-PERSON 5K RACE INFORMATION (see Virtual 5K Race Information below) Date/Time January 9, 2027 at 11:00 AM Location Start and finish in front of Lexington High School, Field House About Fast, flat 5K course through historic Lexington MA - USATF Sanctioned - Walkers welcome - Chip timed - Awards for in-person top 3 males, top 3 females, top 3 male cancer patients/survivors, top 3 female cancer patients/survivors, top 3 teams and age group winners - Long sleeve, technical t-shirt guaranteed to participants who register by December 17, 2026. Race Packet Pickup Advance: Friday, January 8, 2027, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Marathon Sports, 1728 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA. During this time only, show your race bib to enjoy 20% off Marathon Sports in-store purchases. Some exclusions apply. No early birds please. Race-Day: Saturday, January 9, 2027, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM at Lexington High School, Field House, 251 Waltham Street, Lexington, MA Results + Awards Race results will be emailed and texted to in-person participants who opt-in during registration. Race results will also be posted here post-race. Individual and team awards for in-person winners will be announced during a post-race awards ceremony. Parking There are parking lots in front and back of Lexington High School for use during the race. Additional parking is available in the following locations as well as on neighborhood side streets: Along both sides of Worthen RoadTown Pool Complex parking lot, near 80 Worthen RoadCenter Playground, at the intersection of Clark Street and Park DriveLincoln Park on Lincoln Street. Please do NOT park in the Hayden Recreation Centre lots located near the intersection of Worthen Road and Lincoln Street. Reminder As a USATF Sanctioned race, no dogs or bikes are allowed on the course or in Lexington High School. All strollers must line up behind the runners and walkers at the in-person race start. VIRTUAL 5K RACE INFORMATION Date/Time January 9-17, 2027 anytime and anywhere Location Run or walk anywhere that is convenient and safe Race Packet Pickup A link to a digital bib will be emailed to each virtual participant in advance of the race start. It can be downloaded and printed. A technical t-shirt will be mailed post-race to all virtual U.S. participants who register by December 17, 2026 and provide an accurate mailing address. T-shirts will be mailed in mid-late January. Results + Awards During registration, virtual participants will get instructions about how to submit self-timed race results. Virtual race results will also be posted here after the submission deadline. CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS The annual Resolution Run to Kick Cancer 5K in Lexington, MA raises money for innovative cancer research and patient support programs. 2026 race proceeds were directed to Metastatic Breast Cancer Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Caring For A Cure at Massachusetts General Hospital, Leptomeningeal Disease Awareness and Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and The Jimmy Fund, and Love Bus. 2027 charity partners will be selected by April. MORE INFORMATION Contact us for additional information or to become a race volunteer or sponsor.

🦬 Be the Buffalo 🦬  Do you know why we call this the “Be the Buffalo” Race and why we are so passionate about continuing it each year? Dianne Sullivan Wells (FiA name: Digits) was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and a well-known runner in Lexington that started the run group Running Wild that still meets to this day. Digits was tragically taken from us during one of our early morning runs in December 2018. That week the local FiA & F3 groups converged and held a prayer circle, and a friend read a story about buffalo. You see, when a storm arises buffalo gather together & face the storm head on, and because of this they get through the storm quicker compared to other animals. For us “Being the Buffalo” is herding together & facing storms together. All storms are different, and it doesn’t mean the journey is easy. It doesn’t mean the journey doesn’t hurt. It doesn’t mean the pain will end quicker. But it means that together with your peo

The 39th annual Lions Run for Sight on Saturday, April 4, 2026, will be held at 9:00 AM at beautiful Masterson Station Park in Lexington.   Our race is an out-and-back 5K on paved roadway surface.  Runners, walkers, families, strollers, dogs (on a leash) are all welcome to participate.   RACE FEATURES Out and back course through scenic Masterson Station ParkChip timing and race management provided by RaceRiseCommemorative race T-shirtsOverall & Age Group AwardsVision Teams and Team Pricing, Prize for our largest Vision TeamFree Race Photos Music, food and fellowship Over 100 Door Prizes!!! 5K ROUTE MAP Who Benefits From our Run? This race provides funding for our vision of service in Lexington and the surrounding bluegrass community, including: Kentucky Lions Youth Camps - Support the annual blind and vision impaired youth camp financially to keep the camp free for the campers. Kentucky Lions Eye Foundation - A non-profit founded in 1954 by the Lions Clubs of Kentucky to provide

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 FarmsLong sleeved performance/tech shirtsCustom finisher's medalsKentucky Horse Country inspired awardsPost Race StretchingFree Race Photos - 2 Photographers17 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/FinishVirtual 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

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 TrailCommemorative unisex sized race T-shirts (Sizes S-3XL)Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 5-year age groupsFree race photosSocial teams to enhance your race experience.  Prize for the largest team.5K run/walk, 1-mile fun walk, Little Heroes Kid's Dash & virtual optionMusic, 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! 5K ROUTE MAP - Coming Soon

Join us for this inaugural race benefiting A Running Start in partnership with The Hope Center! SATURDAY, APRIL 24, 2027, at 6:00PM at Coldstream Park in Lexington RACE FEATURES: Scenic paved course at Coldstream Park on the popular Legacy TrailCommemorative, super soft race T-shirts (Mens/Womens sizes available)Free Race Photos Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 5-year age divisionsConvenient race evening packet pickup/check-in5K Run/Walk & Virtual OptionFood Truck onsiteFood, fun, fellowship and great music for an awesome cause! Our race will benefit A Running Start which is supported by The Hope Center. A Running Start is a nonprofit recovery running program in partnership with The Hope Center that uses movement, accountability, and community support to help individuals rebuilding their lives through substance misuse recovery. Through a Beginner's 5K style program, participants train alongside volunteers while learning discipline, confidence, and healthy coping skills. Proceeds from this 5K will directly support the program by providing running shoes, race registrations, hydration supplies, and encouragement from volunteer runners who help participants cross both finish lines and life milestones. SPONSOSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE - Contact Kara Ball at kball@hopectr.org if you or your company would be interested in supporting our race and program through a race sponsorship.

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 shirtsAwards 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 ParkFree Race PhotosThe Lunch Lady Challenge --- A chance to hustle faster than the "Running Lunch Lady"Great music, food, fun and fellowshipBest Dressed Lunch Lady Contest5K, Kids (1/4 Mile) Dash and Virtual Participant option This race is being presented by the Fayette Count

Run for Heritage. Run for Mom. Celebrate Mother’s Day on May 10 at the annual AAPI 5K Run or Walk! This year, CAAL and Hey Runners Club are blending AAPI Heritage Month with a focus on family and love. Join us in historic Lexington for a day of fitness, culture, and community. Since 2022, this eco-friendly USATF-certified 5K has drawn over 500 participants annually to experience AAPI history, art, and food. Whether you’re sprinting for a personal best or walking hand-in-hand with family, join us in promoting unity, solidarity, and a true sense of belonging. Here are some exciting highlights for this year: Celebrate Mother's Day with a race alongside your mom, family, and friends! Taste of AAPI - sample bites of delicious AAPI cuisines after the race.The first 300 registrants receive a premium, superlight “quick-dry” race T-shirt.USATF-certified 5K course. RACE DATE/TIME: 10:30am Sunday, May 10, 2026 (Mother's Day) Children 10 & under must be accompanied by an adult. RACE LO

A running tradition in Lexington since 1990! Join us for the 36th Anniversary of Seton Catholic's Run For The Nun 5K & Kids 1/3 Mile Fun Run/Walk to be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 8:00am.   RACE FEATURES Scenic 5K CourseCommemorative race T-shirtsOverall, Age Group and Team AwardsKids 1/3 Mile Dash (7:45am) Overall awards (top 3 M/F) will be based on gun time (head to head competition) and age group awards (top 3 M/F) will be based on chip time. Age groups are 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, ..., 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over.

Join us for the race that celebrates all that is great about Lexington!   Join us for the 8th Annual BIG LEX 4 Miler on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 8:00am at historic Keeneland Racecourse.  Online registration will open on January 1, 2026 with our "Early Bird" registration special.  The race is presented by VisitLEX and will be a celebration of all things Lexington as we officially kick off summer in the Bluegrass.  Our race will feature commemorative race shirts (Men's and Women's sizes available), a unique 4-mile route through the historic Keeneland grounds, overall and age group awards, DJ, free race photos and more. In addition to the signature 4 Miler, we'll also have a 1 Mile Fun Walk, Little LEX Kids' 1/4 Mile Fun Run/Walk, and Virtual Runner/Walker opportunity.  Virtual runners/walkers make a donation to the race, and we will mail them their commemorative race shirt and bib.  This allows anyone anywhere to join in the fun! PACKET PICKUP  We will announce o

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 TrailCommemorative unisex sized T-shirts (Or select the No Shirt option)5K Run/Walk, 1 Miler (untimed) Fun Walk & Virtual OptionOverall 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 ContestSocial Teams to Enhance Your Race Experience (Prize for the largest team)Convenient race morning Packet Pickup at Coldstream ParkFood, 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 am

Join us for this truly unique racing experience at the Kentucky Horse Park benefiting the Kentucky Horse Council! You set your pace running or walking on the same Hunter Pace turf/cross country course that the horses ride. This is truly a one-of-a-kind run/walk experience you'll only find in the Horse Capital of the World. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2027 AT 8:00AM AT THE KENTUCKY HORSE PARK RACE FEATURES: Unique Hunter Pace turf/cross country type course at the scenic Kentucky Horse Park Commemorative Horse Show Type Ribbon for all participantsCommemorative unisex sized race shirts (Men's and Women's sizes S-3XL)Free Race Photos & Finish Line Photo ContestRun, walk or stroll - All levels and ages are welcomed!Award for Best Tailgate and Best CostumeAwards Presented for Top M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in the following age groups (0-14 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)Convenient race morning packet pickupFood, fun, music and fellowship for a great cause - The Kentucky Horse Council 5K ROUTE MAP - Coming Soon Dogs and strollers are not permitted in this race PACKET PICKUP - Our PPU will be held onsite at the KY Horse Park on Saturday from 6:45-7:45am. Look for further details in the prerace email.

Event Date: September 24th - 26th, 2027 Location: Kentucky Horse Park Campground, Lexington, KY Thank you for attending the 2026 Bourbon Burn! As a thank you, we have created a special pre-sale for our 2027 Bourbon Burn event, ensuring you lock in a special event price. This registration window will only be open for a short time after the 2026 event.

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