Freebird 5K
- Date Sat 13th September 2025
- Time 6:30AM EDT
- Location Lexington, Kentucky
- Price Free - $38.75
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Freebird 5K on Saturday, September 13th, 2025, at 8:00 AM in Lexington, Fayette! This exciting event will take place at Coldstream Dog Park along the scenic Legacy Trail, featuring a flat and fast 5K run/walk, along with a 1-mile untimed fun walk and a virtual option for those who prefer to participate from afar. Participants can look forward to commemorative unisex T-shirts, awards for the top three male and female finishers, and special age group awards that celebrate runners of all ages.
The Freebird 5K is not just a race; it's a celebration of the life and legacy of Charles "Charlie" O'Connell, a dedicated public servant whose spirit continues to inspire the community. Enjoy a day filled with food, fun, and fellowship as we honor Charlie's contributions to public safety. Plus, don't miss the chance to capture your race moments with free professional photos and a finish line photo contest! Join us in supporting the Lexington Public Safety Museum, which plays a vital role in preserving the history of public safety in Fayette County. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this uplifting and meaningful event!
The Freebird 5K is not just a race; it's a celebration of the life and legacy of Charles "Charlie" O'Connell, a dedicated public servant whose spirit continues to inspire the community. Enjoy a day filled with food, fun, and fellowship as we honor Charlie's contributions to public safety. Plus, don't miss the chance to capture your race moments with free professional photos and a finish line photo contest! Join us in supporting the Lexington Public Safety Museum, which plays a vital role in preserving the history of public safety in Fayette County. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this uplifting and meaningful event!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE INAUGURAL FREEBIRD 5K RUN/WALK HONORING THE LIFE & LEGACY OF CHARLES "CHARLIE" O'CONNELL.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH AT 8:00AM AT COLDSTREAM DOG PARK/LEGACY TRAIL
RACE FEATURES:
* Flat/fast and scenic course at Coldstream Park/Legacy Trail
* Commemorative unisex sized T-shirts (Or select the No Shirt option)
* 5K Run/Walk, 1 Miler (untimed) Fun Walk & Virtual Option
* Overall Top 3 M/F & Top 3 M/F Age Group Awards (0-14, 15-19, 20-24 and 5-year groups to 65-69, 70+)
* Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography) & Finish Line Photo Contest
* Social Teams to Enhance Your Race Experience (Prize for the largest team)
* Convenient race morning Packet Pickup at Coldstream Park
* Food, fun and fellowship as we honor a great Lexingtonian and his legacy
Our inaugural race will benefit the LEXINGTON PUBLIC SAFETY MUSEUM which is dedicated to preserving, collecting, and exhibiting the history of all public safety agencies within Fayette County, Kentucky. It serves as an ambassador and advocate for public safety, promoting safety awareness, diversity, and collective heritage.
CHARLES CHARLIE OCONNELL JULY 5, 1954 SEPTEMBER 16, 2021; A larger than life spirit that is still felt within Lexington! Affectionately called Charlie O by many that knew him, he was a husband, a son, a brother, an uncle and a beloved friend of so many! Charlie was as public servant to the core. He was always ready to offer a helping hand to anyone in need! Charlie devoted his life to public safety! Charlie worked for UKPD, Lexington PD, Lexington E911 as a PD Dispatcher and Fire Dispatch Supervisor. Charlie had a public safety heart, a servant leader. Charlie left everyone he came in contact better! Charlie was a music enthusiast and adventurous! Whether he was running, bicycling, riding in his convertible, motorcycling, or flying his Cessna he loved the feeling of the wind. He loved feeling free! Our 5K was founded In honor of Charlies legacy in public safety.
This is the inaugural race! We plan to make this bigger and better in the years to come. Fly high Charlie O' ---- Freebird!
RACE LOGO COMING SOON!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH AT 8:00AM AT COLDSTREAM DOG PARK/LEGACY TRAIL
RACE FEATURES:
* Flat/fast and scenic course at Coldstream Park/Legacy Trail
* Commemorative unisex sized T-shirts (Or select the No Shirt option)
* 5K Run/Walk, 1 Miler (untimed) Fun Walk & Virtual Option
* Overall Top 3 M/F & Top 3 M/F Age Group Awards (0-14, 15-19, 20-24 and 5-year groups to 65-69, 70+)
* Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography) & Finish Line Photo Contest
* Social Teams to Enhance Your Race Experience (Prize for the largest team)
* Convenient race morning Packet Pickup at Coldstream Park
* Food, fun and fellowship as we honor a great Lexingtonian and his legacy
Our inaugural race will benefit the LEXINGTON PUBLIC SAFETY MUSEUM which is dedicated to preserving, collecting, and exhibiting the history of all public safety agencies within Fayette County, Kentucky. It serves as an ambassador and advocate for public safety, promoting safety awareness, diversity, and collective heritage.
CHARLES CHARLIE OCONNELL JULY 5, 1954 SEPTEMBER 16, 2021; A larger than life spirit that is still felt within Lexington! Affectionately called Charlie O by many that knew him, he was a husband, a son, a brother, an uncle and a beloved friend of so many! Charlie was as public servant to the core. He was always ready to offer a helping hand to anyone in need! Charlie devoted his life to public safety! Charlie worked for UKPD, Lexington PD, Lexington E911 as a PD Dispatcher and Fire Dispatch Supervisor. Charlie had a public safety heart, a servant leader. Charlie left everyone he came in contact better! Charlie was a music enthusiast and adventurous! Whether he was running, bicycling, riding in his convertible, motorcycling, or flying his Cessna he loved the feeling of the wind. He loved feeling free! Our 5K was founded In honor of Charlies legacy in public safety.
This is the inaugural race! We plan to make this bigger and better in the years to come. Fly high Charlie O' ---- Freebird!
RACE LOGO COMING SOON!
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt (Tie-Dye)
Sat 13th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.75
CLOSEDA competitive, timed 5K (3.1 miles) on paved trail surfaces (Legacy Trail). Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and age groups. Commemorative race shirt included with registration. -
1 Mile Fun Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt (Tie-Dye)
Sat 13th September 2025 (8:02AM EDT)
$33.25
CLOSEDAn untimed 1-mile fun walk to support our cause. There are no awards for this event. Commemorative race T-shirt included with registration. -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt (Tie-Dye)
$33.25
CLOSEDIf you can't run/walk the race in person, consider signing up as a virtual runner/walker. For a $30 donation to our cause, you can run/walk your own Freebird 5K on your own schedule and in your own hometown. We'll mail or coordinate delivery of your commemorative race T-shirt. -
Race Volunteer
Incl. T-Shirt (Tie-Dye)
Sat 13th September 2025 (6:30AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDWe need 8-10 volunteers to work a race day shift from 6:30-10:00am to make this race great. Volunteers will earn a commemorative race T-shirt for working a full shift.
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