#FeedTheKids 3K Presented by Dahlhus Fudge
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Lexington, Kentucky
- Price Free - $33.25
- Races 4 races
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2nd Annual #FeedTheKids 3K, taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in the scenic Wellington Park of Lexington, Fayette! This exciting event kicks off at 9:00 AM and features a beautifully paved course spanning 3 kilometers (1.86 miles). Participants can enjoy a fun-filled day with a variety of activities, including a FREE Kid's Dash for children aged 7 and under, a chance to win awards in multiple age categories, and even a virtual race option for those who prefer to run from home.
Join us in supporting a fantastic cause! All proceeds from the race will go directly towards eliminating student lunch debts for Fayette County Public Schools, helping to ensure that every child has access to nutritious meals. With live entertainment from a DJ, delicious Dahlhus Fudge for all participants, and a post-race celebration at Mirror Twin Brewing featuring complimentary beers for those over 21, this event promises fun, food, and fellowship for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere!
Join us in supporting a fantastic cause! All proceeds from the race will go directly towards eliminating student lunch debts for Fayette County Public Schools, helping to ensure that every child has access to nutritious meals. With live entertainment from a DJ, delicious Dahlhus Fudge for all participants, and a post-race celebration at Mirror Twin Brewing featuring complimentary beers for those over 21, this event promises fun, food, and fellowship for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL #FEEDTHEKIDS 3K AND HELP US PAY OFF ALL STUDENT LUNCH DEBTS FOR FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026AT 9:00AM AT WELLINGTON PARK (SOUTH LEXINGTON)
RACE FEATURES
* Scenic paved 3K (1.86 miles) course at beautiful Wellington Park
* Commemorative race T-shirts
* Overall & Age Group Awards (Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 5-year age groups)
* 3K Run/Walk, FREE Kid's Dash (7 and under) and Virtual Option
* Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography) & Finish Line Photo Contest
* DJ/Entertainment
* Delicious Dahlhus Fudge for all!
* Post race celebration/party at Mirror Twin Brewing (A free beer for those 21 and older, show bib)
* Food, fun and fellowship for an awesome cause!
PACKET PICKUP - PPU will be held on Friday, September 18th from 4-7pm at J&H Running Company. Picking up for friends/family is encouraged. We'll also have race day PPU from 7:15-8:45am at Wellington Park (park pavilion).
3K PRICING - $25 Early Bird (7/6-20), $30 (7/21-8/31), $35 (9/1-15), $40 (9/16-19)
3K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1611507]
CHARITY INFORMATION
All proceeds from the #FEEDTHEKIDS 5k will be donated to the Dahlhus Fund, a nonprofit fund through the Bluegrass Community Foundation that aims to pay off all of the student lunch debts for Fayette County Public Schools students. LEARN MORE/DONATE [https://bgcf.givingfuel.com/dahlhus-fund]
Did you know that 1 in 4 public school students in the Commonwealth experience food insecurity? During the 2024-25 school year, student lunch debt for Fayette County students topped $35,000. Through fundraising efforts, the Dahlhus Fund was able to issue a grand of $13,000 towards that debt at the end of the '25 school year and aims to pay the entire lunch debt at the end of the 2025-26 year no matter what that amount is.
MIRROR TWIN BREWING AFTER PARTY/CELEBRATION
The after race after party will be at Mirror Twin Brewing's Annex (730 National Avenue 40502) starting at 10:30am. Anyone who brings their race bib to the after party will get a free beer. Brunch is also available for purchase from Rolling Oven Pizza.
TITLE SPONSORS: Dahlhus Fudge, Mirror Twin Brewing, Plane and Simple & Whitaker Bank
INTERESTED IN BEING A RACE SPONSOR? We have various levels of race sponsorship available. If interested, please email Adam Dahl at dahlhusfudge@gmail.com
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026AT 9:00AM AT WELLINGTON PARK (SOUTH LEXINGTON)
RACE FEATURES
* Scenic paved 3K (1.86 miles) course at beautiful Wellington Park
* Commemorative race T-shirts
* Overall & Age Group Awards (Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 5-year age groups)
* 3K Run/Walk, FREE Kid's Dash (7 and under) and Virtual Option
* Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography) & Finish Line Photo Contest
* DJ/Entertainment
* Delicious Dahlhus Fudge for all!
* Post race celebration/party at Mirror Twin Brewing (A free beer for those 21 and older, show bib)
* Food, fun and fellowship for an awesome cause!
PACKET PICKUP - PPU will be held on Friday, September 18th from 4-7pm at J&H Running Company. Picking up for friends/family is encouraged. We'll also have race day PPU from 7:15-8:45am at Wellington Park (park pavilion).
3K PRICING - $25 Early Bird (7/6-20), $30 (7/21-8/31), $35 (9/1-15), $40 (9/16-19)
3K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1611507]
CHARITY INFORMATION
All proceeds from the #FEEDTHEKIDS 5k will be donated to the Dahlhus Fund, a nonprofit fund through the Bluegrass Community Foundation that aims to pay off all of the student lunch debts for Fayette County Public Schools students. LEARN MORE/DONATE [https://bgcf.givingfuel.com/dahlhus-fund]
Did you know that 1 in 4 public school students in the Commonwealth experience food insecurity? During the 2024-25 school year, student lunch debt for Fayette County students topped $35,000. Through fundraising efforts, the Dahlhus Fund was able to issue a grand of $13,000 towards that debt at the end of the '25 school year and aims to pay the entire lunch debt at the end of the 2025-26 year no matter what that amount is.
MIRROR TWIN BREWING AFTER PARTY/CELEBRATION
The after race after party will be at Mirror Twin Brewing's Annex (730 National Avenue 40502) starting at 10:30am. Anyone who brings their race bib to the after party will get a free beer. Brunch is also available for purchase from Rolling Oven Pizza.
TITLE SPONSORS: Dahlhus Fudge, Mirror Twin Brewing, Plane and Simple & Whitaker Bank
INTERESTED IN BEING A RACE SPONSOR? We have various levels of race sponsorship available. If interested, please email Adam Dahl at dahlhusfudge@gmail.com
Races
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3K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Poly/Cotton T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.25
Chip timed run/walk event on paved trail surfaces. Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 5-year age groups. Participants receive a custom race T-shirt while supplies last. -
FREE Kid's Dash (7 & Under)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
Free
A FREE Kid's Race for children 7 and under. There are no awards for this event however each child will earn a participation medal. Parents may add a shirt for your child for a $10 charge or choose "Free Race" with no shirt. -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Poly/Cotton T-Shirt
$33.25
If you can't join us in person, consider supporting our cause by running/walking virtually. For a $30 donation we'll mail you your custom race T-shirt and you can run/walk your own #FeedTheKids 3K on your own schedule in your own hometown from anywhere in the United States. You can also (optional) log your virtual result online. -
Race Volunteer
Incl. Poly/Cotton T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
Free
We need 8-10 enthusiast volunteers to work a 3-hour race day shift to make our race an awesome experience for our runners/walkers. Volunteers will get fudge and a commemorative race T-shirt for helping.
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