
DV8K Life Changing Run (8K & 4K)
Lexington, KY
Sat, Aug 15, 2026
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Saturday, August 15th, 2026
Keeneland Racecourse, Lexington KY
67–84°F · some rain risk
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Aug 15
Partly cloudy · 73–91°F
Saturday, Aug 15starts near 73°F · 39% chance of rain · wind up to 14 mph
About this race
Some run for fun. Some run for health. Now, run to change a life.
Support the DV8 Kitchen Vocational Training Foundation's
Employee Success Program!
Event Overview
- Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
- Time: 8:00 a.m.
- Location: Keeneland Racecourse, Lexington, KY
- Categories: 8K, 4K run/walk, Kids' 1/4 Mile Dash
Race Details
- Course: Scenic 8K and 4K routes covering the Keeneland grounds.
- Strollers: Welcome in the 4K race.
- 8K Requirement: Runners must maintain a 15 minute/mile pace.
- Virtual Option: Participate remotely and receive a race packet by mail.
Mission Support
- Fundraising: Proceeds support DV8's mission for those in addiction recovery.
- Community Impact: Empowering individuals through vocational training.
- Post-Race: Enjoy food from DV8 Kitchen.
- Photos: Free race photos from Ruby Cline-Eaton & JA Laub Photography.
Race Features
- Unique Course: Historic Keeneland Racetrack.
- Timing: Chip timed by RaceRise.
- Entertainment: DJ Stitz providing lively music.
- Awards: 8K top 3 M/F and age groups, 4K overall M/F.
Awards and Recognition
- 8K Age Groups: 0-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.
- Goodie Bags: For early packet pickup participants.
- Kids' Dash: All participants receive a commemorative shirt.
- New Vendors: Join us this year!
Packet Pickup
- Date: Thursday, August 13th
- Time: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- Location: DV8 Kitchen East End Location.
- Race Day Pickup: From 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. at Keeneland.
Team Registration
- Form a Team: Save $3 on registrations for teams of 5 or more.
- Team Name: Get creative and invite others to join.
- Refunds: First 4 members will be refunded $3 once the 5th joins.
- Multiple Events: Team members can register for any race category.
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Join Us!
Experience food, fun, and fellowship for a great local cause. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference!
Race Registration
For more details and registration, visit: DV8K Life Changing Run.
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