Run for the Roses
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Lexington, Michigan
- Price $27.75
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day at the annual "Run for the Roses" 5Kish run/walk, happening on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the charming downtown of Lexington, Michigan! This unique event invites participants to gallop along with their very own hobby horse, which will be provided at check-in. The scenic route will take you through the picturesque Village of Lexington, offering stunning views along the shores of Lake Huron.
This year's course features a delightful new path through the quaint neighborhoods, making it perfect for families and strollers, ensuring that runners and walkers of all ages can join in the excitement. After crossing the finish line, stick around to enjoy Derby Day festivities, complete with coupons and prizes! Medals will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in each age bracket, and don't miss the chance to win a prize for the best-decorated horse—supplies will be provided. Mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable day of community spirit and friendly competition!
This year's course features a delightful new path through the quaint neighborhoods, making it perfect for families and strollers, ensuring that runners and walkers of all ages can join in the excitement. After crossing the finish line, stick around to enjoy Derby Day festivities, complete with coupons and prizes! Medals will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in each age bracket, and don't miss the chance to win a prize for the best-decorated horse—supplies will be provided. Mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable day of community spirit and friendly competition!
Organiser's Description
Join us SATURDAY, MAY 2nd in downtown Lexington MI for the annual "Run for the Roses 5Kish run/walk. Each participant will have the pleasure of galloping with their own hobby horse (issued at check-in)This beautiful route goes through the Village of Lexington along the shores of Lake Huron. This years run/walk takes a slightly different route through the quaint neighborhoods of the Village and is stroller and family friendly for runners and walkers of all ages. Plan on staying after the race to enjoy coupons and Derby Day festivities.
Top female and male medals awarded for each age bracket
Prize awarded for best decorated horse (supplies are provided)
An updated course map will be posted soon.
Top female and male medals awarded for each age bracket
Prize awarded for best decorated horse (supplies are provided)
An updated course map will be posted soon.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.75 Fee & T-Shirt, Hobby Horse
Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.75
Materials will be provided to Gussy up your ride! Best of Show prize winners will be will be announced after the event. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Vinculum Care Foundation
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7318 Huron Ave, Lexington, 48450, MI, United States
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