Run Baby Run 5K Benefiting NICU Babies
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Lexington, Kentucky
- Price Free - $33.25
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and community spirit at the 4th Annual Run Baby Run 5K, taking place on Saturday, September 27th, 2025! This exciting event will be held at Coldstream Park in Northwest Lexington, Fayette, starting at 9:00 AM. Participants can choose to run or walk the 3.1-mile course, which winds along the scenic Legacy Trail. For families, there's a special Kid's Dash (1/4 mile) for children aged 10 and under, ensuring everyone can join in on the festivities.
The Run Baby Run 5K is not just about racing; it’s a fantastic opportunity to support NICU babies while enjoying a day filled with laughter, camaraderie, and healthy competition. Participants will receive commemorative race t-shirts and can look forward to free race photos and chip timing for accurate results. Awards will be presented for the top three male and female finishers, as well as in age divisions. Whether you join as part of a social team or participate virtually, this event promises food, fun, and fellowship for all. Don’t miss out on the chance to make a difference and create lasting memories!
The Run Baby Run 5K is not just about racing; it’s a fantastic opportunity to support NICU babies while enjoying a day filled with laughter, camaraderie, and healthy competition. Participants will receive commemorative race t-shirts and can look forward to free race photos and chip timing for accurate results. Awards will be presented for the top three male and female finishers, as well as in age divisions. Whether you join as part of a social team or participate virtually, this event promises food, fun, and fellowship for all. Don’t miss out on the chance to make a difference and create lasting memories!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THIS FUN 4TH ANNUAL RACE AT COLDSTREAM PARK TO SUPPORT NICU BABIES.
THE 4TH ANNUAL RUN BABY RUN 5K WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH AT 9:00AM AT COLDSTREAM PARK/LEGACY TRAIL IN NORTHWEST LEXINGTON. RUN/WALK IN-PERSON OR JOIN US AS A VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT AND RUN/WALK YOUR 3.1 MILES FROM ANYWHERE. WE ALSO HAVE A KID'S DASH (1/4 MILE) FOR KIDDOS 10 AND UNDER!
RACE FEATURES:
* Flat/fast course on the Legacy Trail through scenic Coldstream Park
* Commemorative race T-shirts
* Free race photos
* Chip timing (Thanks RaceRise)
* Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Age Groups (5-year divisions)
* Social teams to expand your race fun/experience (We'll have a prize for the largest team)
* 5K run/walk, Kid's 1/4 Mile Dash and Virtual option
* Food, fun and fellowship
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1901513]
PACKET PICKUP We will have a packet pickup on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH FROM 5-7PM at J&H Running Company (197 Moore Drive in Lexington). You may pick up packets for friends/family with no paperwork or credentials necessary. We will have race morning packet pickup on Saturday, 9/27/25 from 7:30-8:45am at Coldstream Park.
THE 4TH ANNUAL RUN BABY RUN 5K WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH AT 9:00AM AT COLDSTREAM PARK/LEGACY TRAIL IN NORTHWEST LEXINGTON. RUN/WALK IN-PERSON OR JOIN US AS A VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT AND RUN/WALK YOUR 3.1 MILES FROM ANYWHERE. WE ALSO HAVE A KID'S DASH (1/4 MILE) FOR KIDDOS 10 AND UNDER!
RACE FEATURES:
* Flat/fast course on the Legacy Trail through scenic Coldstream Park
* Commemorative race T-shirts
* Free race photos
* Chip timing (Thanks RaceRise)
* Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Age Groups (5-year divisions)
* Social teams to expand your race fun/experience (We'll have a prize for the largest team)
* 5K run/walk, Kid's 1/4 Mile Dash and Virtual option
* Food, fun and fellowship
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1901513]
PACKET PICKUP We will have a packet pickup on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH FROM 5-7PM at J&H Running Company (197 Moore Drive in Lexington). You may pick up packets for friends/family with no paperwork or credentials necessary. We will have race morning packet pickup on Saturday, 9/27/25 from 7:30-8:45am at Coldstream Park.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commenorative Unisex Sized Poly/Cotton T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$23.25
A chip timed, competitive 5K run/walk on the concrete Legacy Trail. Awards presented for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 5-year age divisions. Participants receive a commemorative race shirt while supplies last. -
Kid's Dash
Incl. $2.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:45AM EDT)
$12.75
A fun, untimed 1/4 mile dash for the kids. There are no awards or timing for this event. Kid's will receive a commemorative race T-shirt (or select no shirt option) and a participation medal. -
5K Virtual Participant
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Commenorative Unisex Sized Poly/Cotton T-Shirt
$33.25
If you can't join us in person consider participating as a virtual runner/walker. For your $30 donation we'll mail you your race shirt and you can run/walk your "Run Baby Run 5K" on your own schedule in your own hometown. Run from anywhere in the US! -
Race Volunteer
Incl. Commenorative Unisex Sized Poly/Cotton T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
We need 6-8 enthusiastic volunteers to help make this race great by working a 3.5 hour shift on race day (7:00am-10:30am).
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