Stars, Stripes & Strides 5K
- Date Sat 11th July 2026
- Time 5:30PM EDT
- Location Versailles, Kentucky
- Price Free - $33.25
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Stars, Stripes & Strides 5K, taking place on Saturday, July 11, 2026, in the charming downtown of Versailles, Woodford! This exciting inaugural race is designed to celebrate America's 250th birthday and promises a vibrant evening of community spirit and athletic achievement. Kicking off at 7:00 PM at the Woodford County Farmers Market Pavilion, participants will enjoy a scenic 5K course that winds through the picturesque downtown area and Big Spring Park.
This festive event welcomes runners and walkers of all levels, with strollers and leashed dogs permitted, making it a perfect family outing. Participants can look forward to commemorative race t-shirts, awards for the top finishers in various categories, and even a free Kid's Dash for children aged 9 and under. Join us for a night filled with food, fun, fellowship, and music, as well as the chance to form social teams to enhance your race experience. Don’t miss out on this memorable celebration of community and fitness—mark your calendars for July 11th!
This festive event welcomes runners and walkers of all levels, with strollers and leashed dogs permitted, making it a perfect family outing. Participants can look forward to commemorative race t-shirts, awards for the top finishers in various categories, and even a free Kid's Dash for children aged 9 and under. Join us for a night filled with food, fun, fellowship, and music, as well as the chance to form social teams to enhance your race experience. Don’t miss out on this memorable celebration of community and fitness—mark your calendars for July 11th!
Organiser's Description
OUR RACE ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 27TH HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO SATURDAY, JULY 11TH DUE TO WEATHER/FLOODING.
JOIN US FOR THIS INAUGURAL RACE TO CELEBRATE AMERICA'S 250TH BIRTHDAY IN DOWNTOWN VERSAILLES!
SATURDAY, JULY 11TH AT 7:00PM AT THE WOODFORD COUNTY FARMERS MARKET PAVILION
RACE FEATURES
* Scenic 5K course through downtown Versailles and Big Spring Park
* Commemorative race T-shirts (short sleeved, poly/cotton blend)
* Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 10-year age divisions
* Social Teams to enhance your race experience/Prize for the largest team!
* Food, fun, fellowship and music on a summer Saturday night
* Convenient race evening packet pickup
* Free Kid's Dash (9 and under)
* All levels of runners and walkers welcomed (strollers/dogs on leash permitted)
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3133192]
Our 2026 race benefits the Woodford County Track Club.
JOIN US FOR THIS INAUGURAL RACE TO CELEBRATE AMERICA'S 250TH BIRTHDAY IN DOWNTOWN VERSAILLES!
SATURDAY, JULY 11TH AT 7:00PM AT THE WOODFORD COUNTY FARMERS MARKET PAVILION
RACE FEATURES
* Scenic 5K course through downtown Versailles and Big Spring Park
* Commemorative race T-shirts (short sleeved, poly/cotton blend)
* Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 10-year age divisions
* Social Teams to enhance your race experience/Prize for the largest team!
* Food, fun, fellowship and music on a summer Saturday night
* Convenient race evening packet pickup
* Free Kid's Dash (9 and under)
* All levels of runners and walkers welcomed (strollers/dogs on leash permitted)
5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3133192]
Our 2026 race benefits the Woodford County Track Club.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Unisex Sized T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$33.25
CLOSEDA chip timed 5K (3.1) mile race for all levels of runners & walkers. Course will be run on paved trail and roadway surfaces. Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 10-year age divisions. Participants receive a commemorative race T-shirt (unisex sizes) with registration while supplies last. -
FREE Kid's Dash (9 & Under)
Incl. Unisex Sized T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (6:45PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDA fun, untimed, non-competitive Kid's Dash (run or walk) for kiddos 9 and under. There are no awards for this event, but all children will receive a participation medal. Parents may add a commemorative shirt (youth and adult sizes) for a $10 add on. -
Race Volunteer
Incl. Unisex Sized T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (5:30PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDWe need 6-8 enthusiastic volunteers to work a 3-hour race day shift from 5:30-8:30pm to make the race great. Volunteers who work a full shift will receive a commemorative race T-shirt. Volunteer jobs include packet pickup/check-in, food/drink, water stop, course marshal and event clean up. -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Unisex Sized T-Shirt
$33.25
CLOSEDVirtual option to run/walk race in your hometown. We'll mail you your shirt for your $30 donation.
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Woodford County Farmers Market Pavilion, 105 Rose Hill Avenue, Versailles, 40383, KY, United States
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