Running Races in Lexington, Kentucky — 2026

There are 22 running races in Lexington, Kentucky in 2026. The next is the The Running Pumpkin on October 17. Distances include 5K races, ultras, half marathons.

Monster Mash & Dash 5K Glow Run

Sat, Oct 10 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual FREE Kid's Monster Dash (1/4 Mile)1 Mile Fun Walk5K Run/Walk +1

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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The Running Pumpkin

Sat, Oct 17 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Road The Running Pumpkin 5K

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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Hustle for Hope 3K

Sat, Oct 17 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Road Hustle for Hope 3K

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Miles For Medicine 5K Run/Walk

Sat, Oct 24 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual 1 Mile Fun WalkVirtual Runner/Walker5K Run/Walk +1

From $15 Open

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FREE Silent Disco Presented by John's Run/Walk Shop & HOKA

Sat, Oct 24 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Silent Disco

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Graveyard Gallop 5K

Fri, Oct 30 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual Virtual Runner/Walker5K Run/Walk

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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The Eagle Chase 5K

Sat, Nov 7 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual The Eagle Chase 5KVirtual 5K (Not in Lexington? Run anywhere and support our 4th and 5th graders!)

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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John’s Run/Walk Shop’s Medical Professionals Night

Tue, Nov 10 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Open

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Dirty Dog Trail 4 Miler

Sat, Nov 14 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual 4 Miler (Run/Walk/Hike)Virtual Runner/Walker/Hiker

From $25 Open

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Dixie Dash 5K & Kid's Sprint

Sun, Nov 15 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual Virtual Runner/Walker5K Run/WalkKid's Sprint

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Southern Lights Stroll 5K

Sat, Nov 21 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Road 5K Run - Kids5K Stroll5K Run +1

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The Gobbler Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

Sun, Nov 22 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual 5K Run/Walk10K Run/WalkHalf Marathon Run +1

From $28 Open

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Thoroughbred Classic 5K

Thu, Nov 26 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual Thoroughbred Classic 5K Participant (9 & under)Thoroughbred Classic 5K ParticipantThoroughbred Classic 5K VIRTUAL (Shirt Only)

From $25 Open

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YMCA REINDEER RAMBLE 5K Presented by Publix®

Sat, Dec 12 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual 5K Run/WalkVirtual 5K Run/Walk

From $27 Open Closing Soon

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PUR Test Race

Thu, Dec 31 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Pioneer Corporate Coaching and Events

From $0 Open

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Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon

Sat, Apr 10 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual Half MarathonVirtual Runner/WalkerVirtual Runner/Walker +5

From $0 Open

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Brandon True Memorial Heroes For The Homeless 5K Presented by Anderson Communities

Sat, Apr 17 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual 1 Mile Fun Walk1 Mile Fun WalkVirtual Runner/Walker +5

From $0 Open

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A Running Start for Hope 5K

Sat, Apr 24 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual Virtual Runner/Walker5K Run/Walk

From $20 Open

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Lunch Lady Hustle 5K Run/Walk

Sat, May 8 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual Kids DashKids Dash5K Run/Walk +3

From $0 Closed

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Seton Catholic School Run for the Nun 5K

Sat, Jun 5 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Road Kids 1/3 Mile DashKids 1/3 Mile DashSeton Catholic School Run for the Nun 5K Run/Walk +1

From $10 Closed

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BIG LEX 4 Miler

Sat, Jul 10 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual Little LEX Kids' 1/4 Mile DashBIG LEX 1 Mile Fun WalkBIG LEX 1 Mile Fun Walk +5

From $15 Closed

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Freebird 5K

Sat, Aug 21 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Virtual 1 Mile Fun Walk1 Mile Fun WalkVirtual Runner/Walker +3

From $15 Closed

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Lexington Equine Medical Hunter Pace & 5K At The Park

Sat, Sep 11 · Lexington, KY Lexington

Road Lexington Equine Medical Hunter Pace & 5K At the ParkLexington Equine Medical Hunter Pace & 5K At the Park

From $30 Closed

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