When
Sunday, September 27th, 2026
Where
204 Church Street, Stanford KY
Distance
5K
About this race
Event Details
- Date: 2026-09-27
- Location: 204 Church Street, Stanford, KY
- Race Link: Fly Sam Fly 5K
Race Highlights
- Birthday Celebration: This year the race is on Sam's Birthday (he would be 22)!
- Fun Atmosphere: Join us for a 5K run/walk through downtown Stanford, and cupcakes for everyone!
- Awards: Special gift basket awards are given with goodies donated from Kentucky Soaps and Such for top Male and Female, and top Master Male and Female.
- Beginner Friendly: This is a perfect race for beginners who have never run or walked a 5K and want a fun low-key atmosphere to fellowship with friends and family.
In Memory of Sam
- Honoring Sam: Our race is in honor of Sam Singleton, a special young man that we lost way too early in a tragic accident.
- Educational Fund: This race was imagined to create and fund The Sam Singleton Educational Fund.
- Support Programs: This fund helps support Lincoln County Middle and High School Extracurricular programs that were Sam’s passions including Lincoln County cross-country, track, FCA, drama, and archery.
- Award Amount: To date we have awarded $71,500 to students and programs.
Join Us
- Participation Benefits: Many times if you just show up and participate you have a good chance of getting an award!
- Community Spirit: WE RUN FOR SAM!!
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