Bluegrass 10,000 and Fun Run
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 12:00AM EST
- Location Lexington, Kentucky
- Price $22.95 - $33.55
- Races 5 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 49th Annual Bluegrass 10,000 and Fun Run on Friday, July 4th, 2025! This vibrant event will take place in the heart of Lexington, Fayette, and promises an exciting day of competition and community spirit. Runners of all levels will have the opportunity to participate in the iconic 10K race, while families and fun-seekers can join the festivities with the Fun Run.
With an impressive history of record-breaking performances, the Bluegrass 10,000 showcases incredible talents, including past female record holder Katy Kunc with a time of 33:33.7 and male record holder Marcus Nenow at 29:14. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this beloved tradition, where you can challenge yourself, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and celebrate Independence Day in style!
With an impressive history of record-breaking performances, the Bluegrass 10,000 showcases incredible talents, including past female record holder Katy Kunc with a time of 33:33.7 and male record holder Marcus Nenow at 29:14. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this beloved tradition, where you can challenge yourself, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and celebrate Independence Day in style!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 49th Annual BLUEGRASS 10,000 on Friday, JULY 4TH, 2025.
COURSE RECORDS
Female: Katy Kunc 33:33.7 (2021)
Male: Marcus Nenow 29:14 (1983)
Push Rim Wheelchair Female: Aerelle Jones 32:09 (2018)
Push Rim Wheelchair Male: Paul Dietrich 24:19 (1996)
Hand-Cranked Wheelchair Male: Greg Queen 18:45 (2014)
Hand-Cranked Wheelchair Female: Carley Pearson 25:44 (2014)
COURSE RECORDS
Female: Katy Kunc 33:33.7 (2021)
Male: Marcus Nenow 29:14 (1983)
Push Rim Wheelchair Female: Aerelle Jones 32:09 (2018)
Push Rim Wheelchair Male: Paul Dietrich 24:19 (1996)
Hand-Cranked Wheelchair Male: Greg Queen 18:45 (2014)
Hand-Cranked Wheelchair Female: Carley Pearson 25:44 (2014)
Races
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Bluegrass 10,000 Run
Incl. $3.55 Fee & Bluegrass 10,000 Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$33.55
OPENS SOONThe Bluegrass 10,000 invites you to join us for our 49th annual race! The USATF certified 10K foot race begins at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, July 4th in downtown Lexington, KY. The Bluegrass 10,000 and Fun Run kick off the days festivities with a parade and festival to follow plus Lexingtons Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. -
Push Rim
Incl. $3.55 Fee & Bluegrass 10,000 Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (7:25AM EDT)
$33.55
OPENS SOONThe Bluegrass 10,000 invites you to join us for our 49th annual race! The USATF certified 10K wheelchair race begins at 7:25 a.m. on Friday, July 4th in downtown Lexington, KY. The Bluegrass 10,000 and Fun Run kick off the days festivities with a parade and festival to follow plus Lexingtons Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. -
Hand Cycle
Incl. $3.55 Fee & Bluegrass 10,000 Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (7:25AM EDT)
$33.55
OPENS SOONThe Bluegrass 10,000 invites you to join us for our 49th annual race! The USATF certified 10K wheelchair race begins at 7:25 a.m. on Friday, July 4th in downtown Lexington, KY. The Bluegrass 10,000 and Fun Run kick off the days festivities with a parade and festival to follow plus Lexingtons Fireworks Spectacular in the evening. -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.95 Fee & Fun Run Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$22.95
OPENS SOONThe Fun Run is for those who want to run or walk up to one mile on Friday, July 4. The Fun Run begins parallel to the Bluegrass 10,000 start and ends at the same finish line. Strollers are allowed in the Fun Run. No pets, roller skates, in-line skates, bicycles, scooters or skateboards are allowed. -
VIRTUAL Bluegrass 10k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.95 Fee & Bluegrass 10,000 Virtual Race
$22.95
OPENS SOONThe virtual race can be completed at any time from July 4, 2025 to July 7, 2025. Virtual participants can use the RaceJoy app to upload their results. No awards will be provided for this event. Come to any packet pick-up to receive your race shirt.
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