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Sunday, October 18th, 2026
London Farmer's Market, London KY
5K · 1 Mile
48–69°F · low rain risk
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2025
58–83°F
dry
2024
38–65°F
dry
2023
41–66°F
dry
2022
33–45°F
dry
2021
43–67°F
dry
2020
44–62°F
dry
2019
38–63°F
dry
2018
40–56°F
dry
2017
43–68°F
dry
2016
66–84°F
dry
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About this race
Join us for the 4th Annual Dash For A Cure 5K
at the London Farmer’s Market to support Breast Cancer Awareness and the Karlyle Keith Young Cancer Fund.
Event Details
- Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Time: 3:00pm
- Location: London Farmer's Market, London, KY
- Attire: We encourage all participants to wear pink to support the cause.
Sponsorship
Special thanks to WalMart Transportation for their presenting sponsorship.
Race Features
- Course: Flat/fast course through downtown London & the Veteran's Memorial Park.
- Commemorative T-shirts: Every participant receives a race T-shirt.
- Race Management: Chip timing & race management support provided by RaceRise.
- Free Photos: Free Race Photos (Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton).
Entertainment
- DJ: Entertainment by DJ James Hummel.
- Awards: Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 5 year age groups.
- Post-Race: Enjoy food, fun, and fellowship after the race.
- Team Spirit: Social teams to expand your race experience (Prize for the largest team).
Community Impact
Race supports a great local cause --- The Karlyle Keith Young Cancer Fund.
Best Dressed Award
Prize for the Best Dressed --- PINK OUT!
Awards
Top 3 Male/Female Overall and Age Group Awards: Top 3 M/F in the following age categories: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.
Packet Pickup
Dates, times, and locations TBA.
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you would like more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Angela Murray at 606.215.6784 or Dawn Taylor at 423.736.3201 or send an email to [email protected].
More Information
Visit the race page for more details: Dash For A Cure 5K.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Oct 17 – 19, 2026.
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