The Cupcake Classic 3K
When is The Cupcake Classic 3K?
The Cupcake Classic 3K takes place on Friday, August 14, 2026 in Lexington, KY.
What distances does The Cupcake Classic 3K offer?
The Cupcake Classic 3K offers 3 events: 3K Run/Walk, Virtual Runner/Walker, Little Cupcake Kids' Dash (1/4 Mile).
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3K Run/Walk | 3.0 km | $25.00 | Register |
| Virtual Runner/Walker | 3.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| Little Cupcake Kids' Dash (1/4 Mile) | 400.0 km | $15.00 | Register |
How much does The Cupcake Classic 3K cost?
Registration for The Cupcake Classic 3K starts at $12.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is The Cupcake Classic 3K held?
The Cupcake Classic 3K is held in Lexington, KY at Wellington Park.
About The Cupcake Classic 3K
Come Run For VIPS and earn a race shirt and delicious BabyCakes cupcake!
The 9th Annual Cupcake Classic 3K will be held on Friday, August 14, 2026 at 7:30pm at Wellington Park in South Lexington. Our race will support the good work of VIPS a nonprofit dedicated to providing early vision interventions and parental support to children with blindness or low vision.
RACE FEATURES:
- Commemorative super soft Race T-Shirts
- BabyCakes cupcakes and ice cream (Thanks Forcht Bank!)
- Paved course in beautiful Wellington Park
- Overall and Age Group Awards (5 Year Age Divisions, Top 3 M/F)
- Free Race Photos (Thanks Ruby Cline Eaton)
- DJ
- Social Teams to enhance your race experience. Largest Team wins a prize!
- 3K Run/Walk, Kids' Dash (1/4 Mile), & Virtual Runner/Walker option
- Referral Rewards (Invite your friends and family and get a refund on your registration)
PACKET PICKUP: Our packet pickup will be held on race night (Friday, August 14th) from 6:00-7:30pm at the Wellington Park pavilion. There will be no advanced day packet pickup for the race.
3K ROUTE MAP
Race Swag!
You'll love our super soft poly/cotton race shirts. Wash it once and it will become one of your favorites!
Shirt shown is our 2025 race shirt. We will reveal our 2026 race shirt soon!