Run The Bluegrass
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Lexington, Kentucky
- Price $38.10 - $107.00
- Races 9 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of running at the Run The Bluegrass event on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the picturesque Lexington, Fayette! This exciting race invites you to trot alongside stunning horse farms, offering both 10K and 5K options, making it a perfect family-friendly outing or a fun day with friends. The event kicks off and wraps up at Talon Winery, where participants can indulge in a delightful selection of local food and coffee trucks, as well as savor the winery's exquisite wines after crossing the finish line.
Make sure to plan ahead for packet pick-up, which will be available at various locations leading up to race day—there will be no packet pick-up on the day of the race! With festivities beginning bright and early, it's essential to arrive by 6:30 AM to ensure a smooth start at 7 AM. So lace up your running shoes, soak in the beautiful scenery, and join in the fun at Run The Bluegrass—it's an event you won’t want to miss!
Make sure to plan ahead for packet pick-up, which will be available at various locations leading up to race day—there will be no packet pick-up on the day of the race! With festivities beginning bright and early, it's essential to arrive by 6:30 AM to ensure a smooth start at 7 AM. So lace up your running shoes, soak in the beautiful scenery, and join in the fun at Run The Bluegrass—it's an event you won’t want to miss!
Organiser's Description
Run alongside beautiful horse farms on Saturday May 16th as you take on Run The Bluegrass!
With 10k and 5k options also available, there is a distance for everyone, so sign up the whole family, or your best friend, and make a weekend out of it.
Start & finish, Race head quarters, and our Packet Pick Up Event are at Talon Winery.
Enjoy a variety of food and drink after the race from local food and coffee trucks, in addition to Talons wonderful selection of wines.
PACKET PICK-UPS WILL BE HOSTED AT JOHN'S RUN/WALK SHOP LOCATIONS & TALON WINERY ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS:
Tuesday May 12th, 10am - 7pm at our Hamburg Location: 3090 Helmsdale Place.
Wednesday 13th, 10am - 7pm at our Palomar Location: 3735 Palomar Centre.
Thursday 14th, 10am - 7pm at our Chevy Chase Location: 317 S. Ashland Ave.
Friday 15th, 11am - 7pm at Talon Winery: 7086 Tates Creek.
*THERE IS NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP. If you or a friend/family member are unable to pick-up your packet in the week leading up to the race, please select advance packet shipping so we can get your items to you ahead of Raceday.
*Pre-Race Deadlines*
* Bib Transfer 5/1
* Distance Changes 5/1
* Switch to Virtual Race 5/9
* 2027 Deferrals 5/14
**ALL RACERS MUST BE ON SITE BY 6:30AM ON RACE DAY**
Road closures surrounding the course will be going into effect at 6:30am on race day, you will not be an exception if you are late, the road closures are in place for safety and to ensure a punctual 7am start time - this is why it is imperative that you are at Talon by 6:30am on race day.
If you are using a ride share service please make sure you arrive by 6:30am so they can leave Talon and exit the course quickly.
*FRIENDLY REMINDER FOR HALF MARATHON PARTICIPANTS*
We are continuing to enforce a strict 14mm pace cut off this year- there will be a sweeper bus at the Half Marathon turning point that will begin to sweep by 8:45. The bus will have snacks & water and will deliver participants back to Start/Finish area.
We thank you for understanding in this matter.
2026 COURSE MAP [https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1rBLeV5RqMXFoY1fAQmQl9cPi1VfEjSc&usp=sharing]
With 10k and 5k options also available, there is a distance for everyone, so sign up the whole family, or your best friend, and make a weekend out of it.
Start & finish, Race head quarters, and our Packet Pick Up Event are at Talon Winery.
Enjoy a variety of food and drink after the race from local food and coffee trucks, in addition to Talons wonderful selection of wines.
PACKET PICK-UPS WILL BE HOSTED AT JOHN'S RUN/WALK SHOP LOCATIONS & TALON WINERY ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS:
Tuesday May 12th, 10am - 7pm at our Hamburg Location: 3090 Helmsdale Place.
Wednesday 13th, 10am - 7pm at our Palomar Location: 3735 Palomar Centre.
Thursday 14th, 10am - 7pm at our Chevy Chase Location: 317 S. Ashland Ave.
Friday 15th, 11am - 7pm at Talon Winery: 7086 Tates Creek.
*THERE IS NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP. If you or a friend/family member are unable to pick-up your packet in the week leading up to the race, please select advance packet shipping so we can get your items to you ahead of Raceday.
*Pre-Race Deadlines*
* Bib Transfer 5/1
* Distance Changes 5/1
* Switch to Virtual Race 5/9
* 2027 Deferrals 5/14
**ALL RACERS MUST BE ON SITE BY 6:30AM ON RACE DAY**
Road closures surrounding the course will be going into effect at 6:30am on race day, you will not be an exception if you are late, the road closures are in place for safety and to ensure a punctual 7am start time - this is why it is imperative that you are at Talon by 6:30am on race day.
If you are using a ride share service please make sure you arrive by 6:30am so they can leave Talon and exit the course quickly.
*FRIENDLY REMINDER FOR HALF MARATHON PARTICIPANTS*
We are continuing to enforce a strict 14mm pace cut off this year- there will be a sweeper bus at the Half Marathon turning point that will begin to sweep by 8:45. The bus will have snacks & water and will deliver participants back to Start/Finish area.
We thank you for understanding in this matter.
2026 COURSE MAP [https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1rBLeV5RqMXFoY1fAQmQl9cPi1VfEjSc&usp=sharing]
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$107.00
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Half Marathon - NO SHIRT
Incl. $6.40 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$96.40
Enjoy a discounted rate by forgoing your race shirt! -
10k
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$69.90
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10k - NO SHIRT
Incl. $4.30 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$59.30
Enjoy a discounted rate by forgoing your race shirt! -
5k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$48.70
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5k - NO SHIRT
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Enjoy a discounted rate by forgoing your race shirt! -
Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. $6.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$101.70
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Virtual 10k
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
$69.90
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Virtual 5k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$48.70
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