DanceBlue 5k Race For The Kids

Sunday, September 14, 2025 Past event

9:00 AM EDT

Georgetown, Kentucky

$33.25 · 2 races

5km

Event summary

Get ready for an inspiring day at the 2nd Annual DanceBlue 5K Race for the Kids, taking place on Sunday, September 14th, 2025, in Georgetown, Scott! This uplifting event kicks off at 9:00 AM at Great Crossings High School, where participants will enjoy a scenic 5K run/walk on paved surfaces throughout the campus area. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out, this race offers something for everyone, including commemorative race t-shirts and awards for the top three male and female finishers in various age groups.

The DanceBlue 5K is not just about the race; it's about making a difference! Organized by dedicated students, this event aims to raise funds for the University of Kentucky’s Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Unit, supporting vital research and enhancing the patient experience. With a goal of raising $25,000 this year, your participation will help spread joy and hope to those battling pediatric cancer. Join us for a day filled with food, fun, and fellowship, all while supporting a worthy cause. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of something truly special!

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Races

5k Run/Walk

Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt

5K run/walk timed by RaceRise. Race will be run on paved road surfaces around the high school campus. Participants receive a commemorative T-shirt with registration. Awards presented for top finishers.

9:00 AM EDT

$33.25

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Virtual Runner/Walker
Virtual

Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt

If you can't run/walk the race in person consider participating as a virtual runner/walker. You can do your own 5K on your own schedule in your own hometown. You'll earn a commemorative race T-shirt. There are no awards for this event. $30 donation

9:00 AM EDT

$33.25

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Organiser's description

JOIN US IN GEORGETOWN FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL DANCEBLUE 5K RUN FOR THE KIDS IN THE DANCEBLUE KENTUCKY CHILDRENS HOSPITAL HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY CLINIC.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH AT 9:00AM AT GREAT CROSSINGS HIGH SCHOOL

RACE FEATURES

* 5K RUN/WALK THROUGH THE GREAT CROSSINGS HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS AREA (PAVED SURFACES)
* COMMEMORATIVE RACE T-SHIRTS
* AWARDS FOR TOP 3 M/F OVERALL FINISHERS & TOP 3 M/F IN AGE GROUPS (0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
* CONVENIENT RACE MORNING PACKET PICKUP
* STUDENT PRICING ($5 OFF GENERAL ADMISSION FOR STUDENTS 17 AND UNDER)
* FOOD, FUN AND FELLOWSHIP FOR A GREAT CAUSE

WHY WE RACE?

SCHS/GCHS DANCEBLUE is an organization of students who raise funds year-round for the University of Kentuckys Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Unit. These students work together to host individual fundraisers that go towards their annual donation total for the University of Kentuckys DanceBlue grand total. In two years, the youth committee has raised a total of $29,812.61, and plans to reach this years goal of $25,000. All donated funds to this organization support groundbreaking pediatric oncology research, enhance the patient experience, and support Clinic Operations. By doing so, DanceBlue is able to spread joy to those fighting, to persevere in memory of the lives lost, and to celebrate every victory until the battle against pediatric cancer is won. To learn more on the wonders of the program, hear incredible stories, or become part of the team, visit WWW.DANCEBLUE.ORG https://www.danceblue.org

5K ROUTE MAP https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3107782