River Rat Obstacle 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Lexington, Missouri
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the River Rat Obstacle 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, August 29th, 2026, in Lexington, Lafayette! This exciting event kicks off at 9:00 AM at the picturesque Battle of Lexington Cross Country Course, located on the Lexington High School campus. Whether you're looking to tackle the thrilling 5K obstacle course or join in on the 1-mile fun run/walk, there’s something for everyone!
Participants can look forward to a unique experience featuring hay bale hurdles, a car tire maze, and even inflatable obstacles, including a giant slip n' slide finish that’s sure to make a splash! The 5K obstacle course consists of two loops, allowing you to conquer the challenges twice, while the 1-mile fun run offers a lighter, family-friendly option. Pre-register by July 31st to secure your race shirt and size. All proceeds from this event will support the Lexington Cross Country team, helping to fund gear, summer camps, and out-of-town meets. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a great cause while having a blast!
Participants can look forward to a unique experience featuring hay bale hurdles, a car tire maze, and even inflatable obstacles, including a giant slip n' slide finish that’s sure to make a splash! The 5K obstacle course consists of two loops, allowing you to conquer the challenges twice, while the 1-mile fun run offers a lighter, family-friendly option. Pre-register by July 31st to secure your race shirt and size. All proceeds from this event will support the Lexington Cross Country team, helping to fund gear, summer camps, and out-of-town meets. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a great cause while having a blast!
Organiser's Description
PRE-REGISTER BY WEDNESDAY, JULY 31ST, 2026 to receive this year's shirt and guarantee your shirt size. Limited quantities will be available for registration after 7/31/26, including race day registration.
DESCRIPTION: Please join the The LEX Auditorium & Civic Center for their 2026 fundraiser: The "River Rat Obstacle 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk" on Saturday, August 29th, 2026 @ 9:00AM! All proceeds will be donated to support the Lexington Cross Country team expenses (out of town meets, gear, etc.). Your participation in fundraising will help the traditions that have been started with this program strong! Past fundraised money has helped the program buy team warm-ups, paid for summer camps for runners, and helped fund out of town meets for the teams.
WHERE: The Obstacle 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will be run on the Battle of Lexington Cross Country Course which is on the Lexington High School campus at 2309 Aull Lane, Lexington, MO. The 5K Obstacle course will have some obstacles throughout the course to include (but not limited to): hay bale hurdles, car tire maze, an inflatable obstacle course, a giant slip n' slide on the course, and an inflatable slip n' slide finish. The 1 mile fun run/walk will include hay bale hurdles, a giant slip n' slide on the course, and the inflatable slip n' slide finish.
WHEN: The race will be hosted @ 9:00 am on August 29th, 2026. Race Day registration will be from 7:30-8:30 am. The 5K obstacle race will start at 9:00am and the 1 mile fun run will start at 9:45am
COST: The "River Rat Obstacle 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run" will cost $35 (pre-register by 7/31/26) OR $40 after 7/31/26 and on race day which includes a race t-shirt (as supplies last on race day). Checks payable to: The LEX. Please pre-register by Wednesday, July 31st (pre-registered participants will have first priority on shirt sizes). ALL registration will be done through runsignup.com.
THE COURSE: The course is mostly grass with some dirt trails and one bridged crossing. The course is relatively flat with some minor hills. The course MAY get muddy with rain so be prepared. The 5K Obstacle course will have some obstacles throughout the course to include (but not limited to): hay bale hurdles, car tire maze, inflatable obstacle course, and a slip n' slide finish. The 5K course is a 2 loop course so obstacles will be completed twice (approximately 1.5 miles per loop). The 1 mile fun run will include hay bale hurdles, the giant slip n' slide on the course, and the slip n' slide finish. REMINDER, BECAUSE THIS IS A "FUN RUN", ALL OBSTACLES ARE OPTIONAL AND CAN BE SKIPPED IF YOU CHOOSE.
GIVEAWAYS: ALL participants will receive a race shirt with registration (SHIRT SIZES ONLY GUARANTEED WITH PRE-REGISTRATION)
AWARDS: This is a FUN RUN. NO official times or medals will be awarded.
DESCRIPTION: Please join the The LEX Auditorium & Civic Center for their 2026 fundraiser: The "River Rat Obstacle 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk" on Saturday, August 29th, 2026 @ 9:00AM! All proceeds will be donated to support the Lexington Cross Country team expenses (out of town meets, gear, etc.). Your participation in fundraising will help the traditions that have been started with this program strong! Past fundraised money has helped the program buy team warm-ups, paid for summer camps for runners, and helped fund out of town meets for the teams.
WHERE: The Obstacle 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will be run on the Battle of Lexington Cross Country Course which is on the Lexington High School campus at 2309 Aull Lane, Lexington, MO. The 5K Obstacle course will have some obstacles throughout the course to include (but not limited to): hay bale hurdles, car tire maze, an inflatable obstacle course, a giant slip n' slide on the course, and an inflatable slip n' slide finish. The 1 mile fun run/walk will include hay bale hurdles, a giant slip n' slide on the course, and the inflatable slip n' slide finish.
WHEN: The race will be hosted @ 9:00 am on August 29th, 2026. Race Day registration will be from 7:30-8:30 am. The 5K obstacle race will start at 9:00am and the 1 mile fun run will start at 9:45am
COST: The "River Rat Obstacle 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run" will cost $35 (pre-register by 7/31/26) OR $40 after 7/31/26 and on race day which includes a race t-shirt (as supplies last on race day). Checks payable to: The LEX. Please pre-register by Wednesday, July 31st (pre-registered participants will have first priority on shirt sizes). ALL registration will be done through runsignup.com.
THE COURSE: The course is mostly grass with some dirt trails and one bridged crossing. The course is relatively flat with some minor hills. The course MAY get muddy with rain so be prepared. The 5K Obstacle course will have some obstacles throughout the course to include (but not limited to): hay bale hurdles, car tire maze, inflatable obstacle course, and a slip n' slide finish. The 5K course is a 2 loop course so obstacles will be completed twice (approximately 1.5 miles per loop). The 1 mile fun run will include hay bale hurdles, the giant slip n' slide on the course, and the slip n' slide finish. REMINDER, BECAUSE THIS IS A "FUN RUN", ALL OBSTACLES ARE OPTIONAL AND CAN BE SKIPPED IF YOU CHOOSE.
GIVEAWAYS: ALL participants will receive a race shirt with registration (SHIRT SIZES ONLY GUARANTEED WITH PRE-REGISTRATION)
AWARDS: This is a FUN RUN. NO official times or medals will be awarded.
Races
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River Rat Obstacle 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$43.40
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2309 Aull Ln., Lexington, 64067, MO, United States
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