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The UK DPT 5K is a fall 5 kilometer run and walk held at Coldstream Park in Lexington, Kentucky. The University of Kentucky Doctor of Physical Therapy program hosts the event, with proceeds supporting board costs for a DPT class. Packet pickup begins in the morning before the 9:00 a.m. race start. The course is a simple 3.1 mile park route, open to runners and walkers, not exclusively competitive racers. Leashed dogs are permitted, participants receive T-shirts while supplies last, and each entry includes a raffle ticket. The raffle features local businesses like J + H Running, F45 South Lexington, CycleYou, and Unify Coffee.

Redeeming Hope’s Blueheart Twilight Run 5K is a new chip-timed 5K run/walk at White Hall Park in Richmond. The course is flat and fast, running through the park in Richmond/Madison County. The event also offers a 1 Mile Fun Walk, a free Kid’s Dash for children 9 and under, and a virtual runner/walker option, allowing families and remote supporters to participate in multiple ways. The event is structured as a community gathering, not solely a 5K start. Dogs on fixed-length leashes and strollers are permitted. Children in the dash will receive participation medals, and parents can purchase a commemorative shirt for the children’s event. Race amenities include music, food, lights, neon paint, free race photos, shirts (while supplies last), and awards for the top three male and female overall finishers, plus the top three in five-year age groups. Packet pickup will be at the White Hall Pavilion on race evening; no advance-day pickup is scheduled.

The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k is a fall race series in Midway offering in-person half marathon, wheelchair half marathon, 12k, and 5k races. Virtual options for the half marathon, 12k, or 5k are also available. The in-person races provide a no-shirt registration option for a simpler entry. The half marathon is the event's longest-standing race, with the 12k introduced later and the 5k being the most recent addition. Race-week features include personalized bibs, age-group awards, complimentary race photo downloads, a substantial finisher medal, and Iron Horse artwork on the technical shirt and a frameable poster by local artist Cricket Press. An official shakeout run takes place the day before the race, with packet pickup available through John’s Run/Walk Shop. Packets can be shipped to out-of-town runners, and there is no packet pickup on race day.

The Running Pumpkin is the Jared Coones Memorial Pumpkin Run/Walk, an annual October race-day gathering connected to Black Bob Elementary. It is structured as a run/walk, not an elite-only competition. The event honors Jared and Jayne Coones, with its stated purpose being family, community, and support for those affected by cancer. The series has taken place for 27 years, donating over $1.2 million to cancer research and organizations assisting patients and families. Recent participation included 2,774 registered athletes, an 11 percent increase from the prior event. Sponsors and volunteers are integral to this community effort. In addition to race results and awards, the day features fundraising activities like a silent auction, raffle tickets for Chiefs and NASCAR, online donations, and complimentary event photos for participants.

The BDoKY Hemo Hustle is a community run and walk held at Clear Creek Park in Shelbyville, Kentucky. The start is located at the Colonel Sanders Shelter, Access No. 2. While the primary distance is 5K, mapped 4K, 3K, and 2K routes are available, allowing participants to select a shorter distance instead of the full course. Bleeding Disorders of Kentucky presents this event, which benefits children and families throughout the state who are affected by bleeding disorders. This event is in its third year and offers registration for adults and children 12 and under. Standard registration includes a T-shirt; a reduced-price option without a T-shirt is offered for those who wish to participate without one. The 5K includes a competitive element with custom awards for the top three male and female finishers, while also accommodating families, casual walkers, and new participants.

The Gobbler Half Marathon, 10K & 5K begins Thanksgiving morning in Southern Utah, with pie at the finish. Participants can select the half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a 1K kids run; all races start at 8:00 AM. This event is designed as a family holiday gathering, offering official timing for competitive runners and park entertainment for those attending with children. The course features wide roads and one-way traffic to minimize congestion. All finishers will receive a Gobbler medal, a T-shirt, and a sweatband for those registered by the deadline. Awards will be presented to overall and division winners soon after the races conclude. Children can enjoy bounce houses, and the day will also include a Turkey Toss fundraiser, with all proceeds benefiting local charities.

The Thoroughbred Classic 5K begins Thanksgiving morning at Keeneland, the Lexington racecourse more known for horses than holiday road races. Organized by Bluegrass Runners, this 5K run/walk has recently seen fields exceeding 3,000 people, with around 3,300 participants even in cold weather. The race serves as part workout, part holiday tradition: many runners use it to connect with friends, get active before the meal, and start the day among a crowd rather than on a solitary jog. The course details are minimal, but the location provides the event's local character: runners convene at Keeneland, transforming a short Thanksgiving race into a community fundraiser. The event intends to raise $50,000 for local charities, such as Allegro Dance Project and Baby Health Service. Families, groups of friends, regular runners, and casual walkers attend, with some embracing the holiday spirit through costumes; one group, dressed as deviled eggs, acknowledged it did not improve their pace but enhanced the morning's enjoyment.

The Frankfort Frosty 5K is a Christmas-season 5K run/walk held at Lakeview Park in Frankfort, Kentucky. The race begins near the Farm Bureau Pavilion. The primary race follows a paved trail. On race day, a free kids’ Little Frosty Dash and a shorter Fred & Me 143 event are also offered. This event is a local holiday race, not just a timed event, featuring long-sleeve race shirts, custom age-group awards, and divisions in five-year increments. The route includes carolers, choral groups, and musicians. Many participants wear holiday costumes. Santa and Frosty appear at the event. The finish area provides hot chocolate, snacks, raffles, a small silent auction, past race shirts for sale, and sometimes vaccinations from the county health department. The event supports medical and dental mission work in Honduras, Mission Frankfort Clinic, St. Vincent De Paul, Greenhouses of Love, Water By Women, and related local and mission projects. Clothing and shoe donations are collected for Honduras.

The St. Nicholasville Ugly Sweater 3K is a short holiday run in Nicholasville, Kentucky, starting at the Coolidge Building. The race begins in the late afternoon at the building’s double glass door entrance, with participants running through town just before the St. Nich Christmas Parade. The course is 3 kilometers and finishes in front of the Courthouse, where awards are presented shortly after the race. Participants can run, walk, or stroll, and the event embraces its Christmas theme with ugly sweaters, holiday music, commemorative sweatshirts, and time with the local running community.

The Hillbilly Hustle 5K & 10K is a spring road race in Georgetown, Kentucky, offering both 5K and 10K distances. The race begins and ends at Country Boy Brewing, centering the event at a local brewery rather than a school track or downtown square. The format is straightforward: participants select either the 5K or 10K distance, return to the brewery finish area, and may remain for a post-race beverage. Georgetown Run/Walk Company organizes the race, which also features a family-friendly Easter Egg Hunt following the running events.

The Brandon True Memorial Heroes For The Homeless 5K is an annual 5K run/walk in Lexington, Kentucky, starting at Coldstream Park and using the Legacy Trail. The event also offers a 1 Mile Fun Walk, a Little Heroes Kid's Dash, a virtual runner/walker option, and volunteer roles, allowing participation without committing to the full 5K. It raises money for Lexington residents experiencing homelessness and benefits the New Life Day Center. The course is flat, fast, and paved, suitable for walkers, first-time 5K runners, and those seeking a quick time. The race honors the life of Brandon True, with Anderson Communities as presenting sponsor. Finishers receive commemorative unisex race shirts, awards are given to the top three men and women overall and in five-year age groups, and social teams offer a way for friends, families, and coworkers to participate together.