BreyerFest Bash Dash 5K

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Join us for the BreyerFest Bash Dash 5K Run/Walk - Our 10th Annual 5K Race! Hosted by our partners at Race Rise and Central Kentucky Race Management, this exciting event offers both an in-person and virtual race experience—so you can participate no matter where you are!

📅 Event Details

• Date: Sunday, July 13, 2025 at 8:00am (In-Person)
• Location: Kentucky Horse Park (KHP), Lexington, KY
• Virtual Option: Complete your race anytime, anywhere!
• Swag: Finisher’s Medal & Commemorative T-Shirt for all participants who register by the deadline on RunSignUp.com

Prizes: Runners who complete the in-person race at KHP will be eligible for top awards from Breyer!

🏅 In-Person Experience

• Chip timing for accurate race results
• Awards Ceremony honoring top finishers
• Live DJ spinning fun dance music
• Post-race snacks & celebration
• Complimentary cold and hot brew coffee from Berserker Brew Coffee
• Free race photos (Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton)
• A family-friendly race experience for all ages & abilities on a beautiful out and backed paved course that allows you to enjoy fun morning inside The Kentucky Horse Park.

🏆 Age Categories & Prizes

Top TWO overall finishers in each gender category (male, female, non-binary) will receive the party-ready Jewels model, a Traditional (1:9) scale model!

Top TWO finishers in each age category for each gender will each receive one randomly selected Breyer model – either Red Velvet or Neapolitan!

Participants will compete within the following age groups for awards:

14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Above

👶 Kid’s Dash – Special Race for Young Runners!

For our youngest runners, we’re offering a ¼ mile Kid’s Dash for children 8 and under, taking place right before the 5K kicks off! The Top 6 finishers will receive special prizes, making this a fun and energy-boosting way to start the race!

🎟️ Packet Pick-Up & On-Site Registration

Thursday, July 10, 2025 - 4 PM to 6 PM

Location: J&H Running Company (197 Moore Drive, Lexington, KY 40503)

Saturday, July 12, 2025 – 11 AM to 3 PM

Location: Race Rise Tent (near BreyerFest Ticket Booth & Front Gate)

Sunday, July 13, 2025 (Race Day) – 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM

Location: Alltech Arena (Race Venue)

❤️ Supporting a Great Cause

A portion of the proceeds from the BreyerFest Bash Dash 5K will benefit Old Friends Thoroughbred Retirement, a non-profit farm in Georgetown, KY, dedicated to caring for retired racehorses. Home to over 250 retired Thoroughbreds, Old Friends offers fans a unique opportunity to meet legendary horses like Silver Charm, Game on Dude, and Patch while promoting education and aftercare awareness.

Visitors can tour Old Friends Thursday - Sunday with advance reservations. Book online at www.oldfriendsequine.org.

📸 Share Your Experience

We can’t wait to see all of our in-person and virtual participants! Be sure to post your race selfies and photos on the Official BreyerFest Facebook Page!

Don’t miss out—register now and be part of the BreyerFest Bash Dash 5K!