Rainbow Run 5k

Saturday, May 20, 2023 Past event
6:00 PM EDT
Lexington, Kentucky
Free–$30.00 · 3 races
5km

Event summary

Get ready to celebrate pride and community at the 4th Annual Rainbow Run 5K on Saturday, May 20, 2023, in beautiful Lexington, Fayette! This vibrant event invites participants of all ages to join in a fun-filled run/walk at the scenic Coldstream Park, where you’ll experience a flat and fast course perfect for all fitness levels. Not only will you be supporting a great cause—raising funds for the upcoming Lexington Pride Festival—but you'll also enjoy fantastic race features, including awards for the top 10 finishers, commemorative T-shirts, and chip-timing for accurate results.

Post-race festivities promise to keep the celebration going with complimentary refreshments, including a West 6th beer or Kona Ice, available with your registration. Don’t miss the chance to capture your moment with free race photos and enjoy lively music throughout the event. For those who prefer to run at their own pace, a virtual option is available, allowing you to participate from anywhere while still supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. Join us and make your mark at the Rainbow Run 5K—where every step is a stride towards equality and acceptance!

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Races

  • 5k Run/Walk

    Includes Commemorative Unisex Sized T-Shirt

    A chip-timed 5K (3.1 miles) on paved trail surfaces. Awards presented to top 10 finishers. Walkers, strollers, & dogs on fixed length leashes welcomed.

    6:00 PM EDT

    $30.00

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  • Virtual Runner/Walker

    Virtual

    Includes Commemorative Unisex Sized T-Shirt

    If you can't join us in person, consider signing up as a virtual runner/walker. For a $25/$30 donation, you'll be mailed our commemorative race shirt and bib, and you can do your Rainbow Run/Walk 5K on your own schedule in your hometown. This allows anyone from anywhere in the United States to participate and help make our Lexington Pride Festival great.

    6:00 PM EDT

    $30.00

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  • Race Volunteer

    Includes Commemorative Unisex Sized T-Shirt

    We need 8-10 volunteers to work a race evening shift from 4:30-8:00pm. You'll be involved in various race jobs to help make it a great experience for our participants. For helping out, you'll earn a Rainbow Run 5K T-shirt and a warm feeling inside.

    4:30 PM EDT

    Free

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

JOIN US ON SATURDAY, MAY 18TH AT 6PM AND SHOW YOUR PRIDE AT THE 4TH ANNUAL RAINBOW RUN 5K RUN/WALK IN LEXINGTON!



Our race directly raises funds for the LEXINGTON PRIDE FESTIVAL this coming June and is presented by the Lexington Pride Center https://www.lexpridecenter.org. The Lexington Pride Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Lexington, KY, that strives to improve the quality of LGBTQIA+ individuals lives in Central and Eastern Kentucky.

RACE FEATURES:

* Flat/fast course at scenic Coldstream Park
* Awards presented to the Top 10 finishers (Thanks, Cup of Commonwealth)
* Commemorative unisex sized T-shirts (Sizes S-4XL)
* Chip-timing (Thanks, RaceRise)
* Music brought to you by Mannino
* Hang out after the race and enjoy a COMPLIMENTARY West 6th beer or Kona Ice with your registration!
* Free Race photos (Thanks, A Runner's Mom & More!)

DURING THE RACE, stop by West Sixth Brewing's tent to have a refreshing beverage. A portion of all sales will be donated to the Rainbow Run 5K. Non-alcoholic options will be available.

For those who do not wish to or are not able to join us in person, we have a VIRTUAL OPTION. For a $25/$30 donation, we will mail your commemorative t-shirt and bib so you can run/walk on your own schedule in support of the LGBTQIA+ community.

PACKET PICKUP: Packet Pickup will be on Tuesday, May 14th from 4-6pm at the Lexington Pride Center (address below). There will also be race day packet pickup available at Coldstream Park for those who can't pickup in advance.

389 Waller Ave STE 100, Lexington, KY 40504



5K ROUTE MAP https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1587264

Location

Coldstream Park, 1850 Pisacano Drive, Lexington, 40511, KY, United States

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