In 54 days · Sun, Sep 27, 2026
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When
Sunday, September 27th, 2026
Where
204 Church Street, Stanford KY
Distance
5K
Typical weather
59–78°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
60–77°F
dry
2024
65–71°F
rain
2023
61–76°F
rain
2022
46–67°F
dry
2021
57–79°F
dry
2020
61–78°F
dry
2019
60–89°F
dry
2018
56–64°F
rain
2017
64–86°F
dry
2016
52–73°F
dry
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About this race
Event Details
- Date: 2026-09-27
- Location: 204 Church Street, Stanford, KY
- URL: Fly Sam Fly 5K Run/Walk
Race Overview
- Purpose: This year the race is on Sam's Birthday (he would be 22)!
- Atmosphere: A fun low-key atmosphere to fellowship with friends and family.
- Course: A 5K run/walk through downtown Stanford, and cupcakes for everyone!
- Awards: Special gift basket awards for top Male, Female, and top Master Male and Female.
In Memory of Sam Singleton
- Legacy: This race is in honor of Sam Singleton, a special young man that we lost way too early in a tragic accident.
- Mission: Created to fund The Sam Singleton Educational Fund.
- Support: Helps support Lincoln County Middle and High School Extracurricular programs that were Sam’s passions.
- Impact: To date we have awarded $71,500 to students and programs.
Join Us!
- Inclusivity: This is a perfect race for beginners who have never run or walked a 5K.
- Participation: Many times if you just show up and participate, you have a good chance of getting an award!
- Community: WE RUN FOR SAM!!
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