Miles For Medicine 5K Run/Walk

  • Date Sat 24th October 2026
  • Time 7:15AM EDT
  • Location Lexington, Kentucky
  • Price Free - $33.25
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an inspiring and energetic day at the 3rd Annual Miles For Medicine 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Coldstream Park in Northwest Lexington, Fayette! This exciting event kicks off at 9:00 AM, featuring a flat and fast 5K route along the beautiful Legacy Trail, perfect for runners and walkers of all skill levels. Participants can choose from a 5K run/walk, an untimed 1-mile walk, a kid's dash, or even a virtual option, ensuring that everyone can join in on the fun.

The Miles For Medicine event is not just about getting active; it's also about making a meaningful impact. Funds raised will support the University of Kentucky College of Medicine Salvation Army Clinic, which has been providing free medical services to the Lexington community since 1986. The day will be filled with camaraderie, as participants enjoy commemorative performance T-shirts, awards for top finishers, a DJ, free race photos, and a chance to compete for prizes as part of social teams. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to combine fitness and philanthropy while helping those in need in your community!

Organiser's Description

JOIN US FOR THE 3RD ANNUAL MILES FOR MEDICINE 5K RUN/WALK AS WE RAISE FUNDS TO SUPPORT THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE SALVATION ARMY CLINIC!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026 AT 9:00AM AT COLDSTREAM PARK IN NORTHWEST LEXINGTON

RACE FEATURES:

* FLAT/FAST 5K ROUTE ON THE LEGACY TRAIL THROUGH SCENIC COLDSTREAM PARK
* COMMEMORATIVE PERFORMANCE T-SHIRTS (MEN'S, WOMEN'S, YOUTH SIZES)
* AWARDS FOR TOP 3 M/F OVERALL AND TOP 3 M/F IN 5-YEAR AGE GROUPS
* DJ AND FREE RACE PHOTOS (THANKS PAUL MARTIN PHOTOGRAPHY)
* SOCIAL TEAMS TO EXPAND/ENHANCE YOUR RACE EXPERIENCE (PRIZE FOR THE LARGEST SOCIAL TEAM)
* CHIP TIMING FOR THE 5K PROVIDED BY RACERISE
* 5K RUN/WALK, 1 MILE WALK (UNTIMED), KID'S DASH & VIRTUAL OPTION
* FOOD, FUN AND FELLOWSHIP FOR A GREAT CAUSE!

WHY WE RACE?

Our race will support the University of Kentucky College of Medicine Salvation Army Clinic (SAC).

The UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE SALVATION ARMY CLINIC (SAC) has been serving Lexington residents for free since 1986. The clinic is located in and treats residents of the Salvation Army women and childrens shelter. The clinic currently has twice weekly adult clinics, and monthly pediatric and ophthalmology clinics along with oral cancer screenings provided by ENT and free weekly tobacco cessation groups. We also help patients sign-up for insurance, get established with primary care and dental care, and connect them with other community resources. The clinic is fully run by medical students with the support of volunteer physicians, pharmacists, and pharmacy students. The mission of SAC is to allow students to get early clinical exposure by assuming a leadership role in improving the health and well-being of the underserved populations in Lexington and to increase awareness of the social determinants of health while providing free medical services. Without the service and leadership of our volunteers, we would not be able to operate the clinic. The Salvation Army Clinic is completely dependent on donations and grants. All monies raised will go towards the purchase of medications and supplies for the clinic.

5K ROUTE

PACKET PICKUP DETAILS - We are conducting our packet pickup on race morning (Saturday) from 7:30-8:45am at Coldstream Dog Park. Look for the orange/blue RaceRise tent on race day. Pickup for friends/family/team members is fine and encouraged. There is no advanced day PPU for this year's race.

Races

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Performance T-Shirt

    Sat 24th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $26.25

    OPENS 01 JAN 26
    A chip timed 5K (3.1 mile) run/walk on the Legacy Trail in Lexington. 100% of the route is on paved or concrete trail surfaces. Participants receive a commemorative performance shirt as part of their registration. Awards presented for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 5-year age groups.
  • 1 Mile Fun Walk

    Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Performance T-Shirt

    Sat 24th October 2026 (9:02AM EDT)

    $23.25

    OPENS 01 JAN 26
    An untimed 1 Mile Fun Walk on the Legacy Trail. Participants receive a commemorative performance shirt as part of their registration. There are no awards for this event.
  • Kid's Dash

    Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Performance T-Shirt

    Sat 24th October 2026 (8:45AM EDT)

    $18.25

    OPENS 01 JAN 26
    A fun kid's dash for children 9 and under. There are no awards for this event. Participants receive a commemorative performance shirt and participation medal as part of their registration.
  • Virtual Runner/Walker

    Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commemorative Performance T-Shirt

    $33.25

    OPENS 01 JAN 26
    If you can't join us in person consider participating as a virtual runner/walker and doing your own Miles For Medicine in your hometown on your schedule. For your $30 donation we'll mail you your commemorative race T-shirt.
  • Race Volunteer

    Incl. Commemorative Performance T-Shirt

    Sat 24th October 2026 (7:15AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 14 MAY 26
    We need 6-8 volunteers to work a 3.5 hour shift on race day to help make the race great. Volunteers earn a commemorative race T-shirt for working your shift.

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Location

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

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