Lexington Legacy 5k
- Date Sat 28th November 2026 - Sat 5th December 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Lexington, Massachusetts
- Price $39.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the highly anticipated Lexington Legacy 5K on Saturday, November 28, 2026, in Lexington, Middlesex! This vibrant event, which kicks off at 9 AM, invites runners and walkers of all abilities to participate in a celebration of community and athletics. Since its inception in 2008, the Lexington Legacy 5K has blossomed into a cherished tradition that supports nearly 250 boys and girls in the Lexington High School Cross Country and Track & Field programs.
In 2026, participants can look forward to a new feature: a virtual 5K option! Whether you're racing through the beautiful streets of Lexington or running from your favorite local park anywhere else, you can still be part of this amazing legacy. Complete your virtual run between November 28 and December 5, and be sure to submit your results by 11:59 PM on December 5. Don't miss your chance to earn awards in various categories, including age groups and alumni recognition, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow participants. Register before November 7 to secure your official Lexington Legacy 5K T-shirt, and gear up for an unforgettable day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
In 2026, participants can look forward to a new feature: a virtual 5K option! Whether you're racing through the beautiful streets of Lexington or running from your favorite local park anywhere else, you can still be part of this amazing legacy. Complete your virtual run between November 28 and December 5, and be sure to submit your results by 11:59 PM on December 5. Don't miss your chance to earn awards in various categories, including age groups and alumni recognition, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow participants. Register before November 7 to secure your official Lexington Legacy 5K T-shirt, and gear up for an unforgettable day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
In 2008, the Lexington High School Cross Country / Track & Field program hosted its first annual Alumni Race on the same, nearly all-road course the team has called home since 1970. Over the last 18 years, with the support of athletes, coaches, and parent volunteers our tradition has grown into an event that allows us to share the sport we love with the larger community. OUR TRACK FAMILY INVITES YOU TO COME BE A PART OF THE LEGACY THE SATURDAY AFTER THANKSGIVING, NOVEMBER 28TH AT 9AM, FOR THE _LEXINGTON LEGACY 5K_ RUN/WALK. ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TO SUPPORT THE NEARLY 250 BOYS AND GIRLS ON THE LHS CROSS COUNTRY / TRACK & FIELD TEAM.
**NEW IN 2026** WE WILL OFFER A VIRTUAL 5K RUN. For those who won't be in Lexington on race day, you can still be a part of the Legacy. Just sign up, and run your 5k any where you can between 11/28/26 and 12/5/26. Once finished, you should post your results no later than 11:59 PM on Saturday, 12/5/26.
ENTRY FEES
* Pre-Registration Race Fee: $35
* Day of Event Race Fee: $40
* Students & Seniors: $25
* Town of Lexington Employees: $25
*Note: Prices do not include additional online processing fee*
EVENT SWAG
* Participants who register before NOVEMBER 7TH receive the official _Lexington Legacy 5k_ T-shirt
* Race T-shirts can be purchased through our online store or on race day for $20
* Save your race bib, as that number is your entry for our annual post-race raffle
AWARDS
* Male Champion
* Female Champion
* 1st Place LHS Alumni Male
* 1st Place LHS Alumni Female
* Age group awards will be issued to the 1st place male and female finishers in the following categories:
* 11 and under
* 12-14 years old
* 15-19 years old
* 20-29 years old
* 30-39 years old
* 40-49 years old
* 50-59 years old
* 60-69 years old
* 70 and over
*Note: There will be no duplicate award winners in this race*
RACE DAY PHOTOS
* Photos will be taken throughout the race
* All race day photos will be published and available to the public for FREE on our website at the completion of the event
RACE ROUTE
* 5K USATF Certified Course [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZL2HTo8HmpjrTTGjv3T4NdWuwBv5nY5b/view]
Strollers and dogs are welcome in the race, lined up at the back of the starting pack to avoid collisions.
**NEW IN 2026** WE WILL OFFER A VIRTUAL 5K RUN. For those who won't be in Lexington on race day, you can still be a part of the Legacy. Just sign up, and run your 5k any where you can between 11/28/26 and 12/5/26. Once finished, you should post your results no later than 11:59 PM on Saturday, 12/5/26.
ENTRY FEES
* Pre-Registration Race Fee: $35
* Day of Event Race Fee: $40
* Students & Seniors: $25
* Town of Lexington Employees: $25
*Note: Prices do not include additional online processing fee*
EVENT SWAG
* Participants who register before NOVEMBER 7TH receive the official _Lexington Legacy 5k_ T-shirt
* Race T-shirts can be purchased through our online store or on race day for $20
* Save your race bib, as that number is your entry for our annual post-race raffle
AWARDS
* Male Champion
* Female Champion
* 1st Place LHS Alumni Male
* 1st Place LHS Alumni Female
* Age group awards will be issued to the 1st place male and female finishers in the following categories:
* 11 and under
* 12-14 years old
* 15-19 years old
* 20-29 years old
* 30-39 years old
* 40-49 years old
* 50-59 years old
* 60-69 years old
* 70 and over
*Note: There will be no duplicate award winners in this race*
RACE DAY PHOTOS
* Photos will be taken throughout the race
* All race day photos will be published and available to the public for FREE on our website at the completion of the event
RACE ROUTE
* 5K USATF Certified Course [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZL2HTo8HmpjrTTGjv3T4NdWuwBv5nY5b/view]
Strollers and dogs are welcome in the race, lined up at the back of the starting pack to avoid collisions.
Races
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Lexington Legacy 5k
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$39.60
In 2008, the Lexington High School Cross Country / Track & Field program hosted its first annual Alumni Race on the same, nearly all-road course the team has called home since 1970. Over the last 18 years, with the support of athletes, coaches, and parent volunteers our tradition has grown into an event that allows us to share the sport we love with the larger community. The Lexington Legacy 5k run/walk will be held this year on Saturday, November 28th at 9am. All proceeds will go to support the LHS Cross Country / Track & Field team. Course Details: The race is held on the same nearly all-road USATF certified course that has been home to the Cross Country team since 1970. Originally 2.9 miles, in 2014 the course was extended to the full 5k course that runners with traverse on race day. The race begins and ends at the same location just behind the Little League Baseball diamond at Lincoln Field in Lexington. It heads out to Worthen Road, and winds its way through the neighborhood surrounding Lexington High School. The course features some challenging hills in the middle portion of the race that help to create the best home course advantage in the Middlesex League. For Spectators: The course offers a very spectator friendly layout. Spectators can view participants at the start, then walk no more than 400 meters to the one-mile mark. Participants loop back to that exact location just after the two-mile mark. Spectators can then walk back to Lincoln Field to catch participants as they finish. -
Virtual Lexington Legacy 5k
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
$39.60
**NEW IN 2026** We will offer a VIRTUAL run. For those who won't be in Lexington on race day, sign up, and run your 5k anytime you would can between 11/28/26 and 12/5/26. Just make sure you post your results no later than 11:59 PM on Saturday, 12/5/26.
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