Brandon True Memorial Heroes For The Homeless 5K Presented by Anderson Communities

  • Date Sat 18th April 2026
  • Time 7:30AM EDT
  • Location Lexington, Kentucky
  • Price Free - $33.25
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an inspiring day of fun and fitness at the 3rd Annual Brandon True Memorial Heroes For The Homeless 5K on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in beautiful Lexington, Fayette! This exciting event is dedicated to raising funds for the homeless community in Lexington while celebrating the life of Brandon True. Taking place at Coldstream Park along the scenic Legacy Trail, participants can look forward to a flat and fast 5K run/walk, a 1-mile fun walk, and the adorable Little Heroes Kid's Dash.

The day kicks off at 9:00 AM and promises a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, food, and fellowship for a great local cause. Each participant will receive a commemorative unisex-sized race t-shirt and have the chance to win awards for the top finishers in various categories. Don’t miss the opportunity to enhance your experience by joining or forming a social team, with a prize for the largest team! Plus, there's a virtual option for those who prefer to participate from home. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of community spirit and support!

Organiser's Description

JOIN US FOR THIS 3RD ANNUAL RACE TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE HOMELESS OF LEXINGTON WHILE CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF BRANDON TRUE. SPECIAL THANKS TO ANDERSON COMMUNITIES FOR THEIR PRESENTING SPONSORSHIP.



SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2025 AT 9:00AM AT COLDSTREAM PARK/LEGACY TRAIL

RACE BENEFITS THE NEW LIFE DAY CENTER



RACE FEATURES:

* FLAT, FAST COURSE ON PAVED TRAIL SURFACES ON THE SCENIC LEGACY TRAIL
* COMMEMORATIVE UNISEX SIZED RACE T-SHIRTS (SIZES S-3XL)
* AWARDS FOR TOP 3 M/F OVERALL & TOP 3 M/F IN 5-YEAR AGE GROUPS
* FREE RACE PHOTOS
* SOCIAL TEAMS TO ENHANCE YOUR RACE EXPERIENCE. PRIZE FOR THE LARGEST TEAM.
* 5K RUN/WALK, 1-MILE FUN WALK, LITTLE HEROES KID'S DASH & VIRTUAL OPTION
* MUSIC, FOOD, FUN AND FELLOWSHIP FOR A GREAT LOCAL CAUSE!

PACKET PICKUP Our packet pickup will be Friday, 4/18/24 from 4-7pm at Drake's Restaurant on Leestown Road. Come grab your packet and enjoy dinner at Drakes!

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Races

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative T-Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $23.25

    OPENS 19 AUG
    A chip timed 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk on paved trail surfaces. Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 5 year age divisions. Walkers, strollers & dogs on a fixed length leash are welcomed.
  • 1 Mile Fun Walk

    Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative T-Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (9:02PM EDT)

    $20.25

    OPENS 19 AUG
    A fun, untimed walk to support our cause. There are no awards for this event.
  • Little Heroes Kid's Dash

    Sat 18th April 2026 (8:45PM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 19 AUG
    A free 1/4 mile dash for kids 9 and under. Parents can add a commemorative T-shirt for a $10 add on charge. This is an untimed event and there are no awards. Each child will receive a participation medal.
  • Virtual Runner/Walker

    Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative T-Shirt

    $33.25

    OPENS 19 AUG
    If you can't join us in person consider supporting our cause as a virtual runner/walker. For a $30 donation you can run/walk your own Heroes For The Homeless 5K in your hometown and on your schedule. We'll mail or deliver your commemorative T-shirt to you.
  • Race Volunteer

    Incl. Commemorative T-Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 19 AUG
    We need 6 enthusiastic volunteers to work a 3 hour race day shift from 7:30-10:30am to make the race a success. Volunteers receive a commemorative race shirt.

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Location

Coldstream Park/Legacy Trail, 1850 Pisacano Drive, Lexington, 40511, KY, United States

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