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Friday, August 28th, 2026
7086 Tates Creek Rd, Lexington KY
5K · 10K
65–84°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
54–77°F
dry
2024
69–94°F
dry
2023
66–86°F
dry
2022
67–92°F
dry
2021
70–91°F
dry
2020
72–86°F
rain
2019
64–79°F
dry
2018
71–87°F
dry
2017
65–72°F
rain
2016
72–86°F
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Race-day forecast · Friday, Aug 28
Rain likely · 66–87°F
Friday, Aug 28starts near 66°F · 11% chance of rain · wind up to 10 mph
About this race
Race Overview
Run for wine at the eighth annual Cabernet Canter Cross Country 5K/10K at Talon Winery!
- Date: 2026-08-28
- Location: 7086 Tates Creek Rd, Lexington, KY
- Finisher's Award: All participants will receive a finisher's award and a drink ticket redeemable for one glass of Talon wine. Participants under 21 will receive all portions of the finisher award except for the glass of wine.
- After-Party: Stick around after the event to shop the great selection of wines and hang out with live music! The after-party will run until 10 p.m. in the Talon Winery tasting room and Monarch Pavilion.
Packet Pickup
- Before Race Day: Pick up at John's Run/Walk Shop, 317 S. Ashland Ave, Lexington KY 40502
- Dates:
- Wednesday August 26: 11am - 8pm
- Thursday August 27: 11am - 8pm
- Race Day Pickup: Friday, August 28, 6 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. at the Talon Winery Tasting Pavilion.
- Early Pickup: If possible, please pick up your packet early to help ensure a smoother race day. You may also pick up for friends.
Sponsors
The Central Kentucky Beer, Bourbon & Wine Cross Country Series is presented by John’s Bluegrass Racing Company and sponsored by Diadora.
More Information
For additional details, visit our race page.
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