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Saturday, September 5th, 2026
Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington KY
5K
63–81°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
60–83°F
dry
2024
60–87°F
dry
2023
71–93°F
dry
2022
67–81°F
rain
2021
66–73°F
rain
2020
56–80°F
dry
2019
61–81°F
dry
2018
73–87°F
dry
2017
60–75°F
rain
2016
64–87°F
dry
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About this race
Join Us for a Unique Racing Experience
Join us for this truly unique racing experience at the Kentucky Horse Park benefiting the Kentucky Horse Council!
Run/Walk on Hunter Pace Turf
You set your pace running or walking on the same Hunter Pace turf/cross country course that the horses ride. This is truly a one-of-a-kind run/walk experience you'll only find in the Horse Capital of the World.
Event Details
- Date and Time: Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 8:00 AM
- Location: Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY
- Race URL: Lexington Equine Medical Hunter Pace & 5K At The Park
Race Features
- Unique Course: Hunter Pace turf/cross country type course at the scenic Kentucky Horse Park
- Commemorative Ribbon: Horse Show Type Ribbon for all participants
- Commemorative Shirts: Unisex sized race shirts (Men's and Women's sizes S-3XL)
- Free Race Photos: Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton & Finish Line Photo Contest
- All Welcome: Run, walk or stroll - All levels and ages are welcomed!
- Award Categories: Best Tailgate and Best Costume
- Awards Presented: Top M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in the following age groups (0-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
- Packet Pickup: Convenient race morning packet pickup
- Community Spirit: Food, fun, music and fellowship for a great cause - The Kentucky Horse Council
Additional Information
- 5K Route Map: Coming Soon
- Policy: Dogs and strollers are not permitted in this race
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