Swift Sprint 5K Run/Walk & Kid's Dash
- Date Sun 4th May 2025
- Time 12:00AM EST
- Location Lexington, Kentucky
- Price Free - $33.25
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Sprint
Just added
Secure your place early
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Swift Sprint 5K Run/Walk & Kid's Dash on Sunday, May 4th, 2025, in the beautiful Lexington, Fayette at Coldstream Park! This exciting event begins at 3:00 PM and is dedicated to honoring the life of Mark Huffmyer, a cherished colleague and friend. Participants can look forward to a flat and fast 5K course along the picturesque paved Legacy Trail, making it a perfect outing for runners and walkers of all levels.
Not only will you have the chance to run or walk for a great cause, but the event also features fun elements such as a FREE Kid's Dash, commemorative race shirts, and awards for the top finishers in various age categories. Bring your friends, family, and even your furry companions on fixed-length leashes for a day filled with food, fun, and fellowship. With convenient parking near the start/finish area and musical entertainment by DJ Stitz Mobile Sounds, it's sure to be a fantastic day! Plus, there’s an opportunity for virtual participation, making it accessible for everyone. Don't miss out on this meaningful event that supports the Dr. Mark Huffmyer Memorial Travel Award Fund. Mark your calendars for May 4
Not only will you have the chance to run or walk for a great cause, but the event also features fun elements such as a FREE Kid's Dash, commemorative race shirts, and awards for the top finishers in various age categories. Bring your friends, family, and even your furry companions on fixed-length leashes for a day filled with food, fun, and fellowship. With convenient parking near the start/finish area and musical entertainment by DJ Stitz Mobile Sounds, it's sure to be a fantastic day! Plus, there’s an opportunity for virtual participation, making it accessible for everyone. Don't miss out on this meaningful event that supports the Dr. Mark Huffmyer Memorial Travel Award Fund. Mark your calendars for May 4
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR OUR INAUGURAL RACE HONORING THE LIFE OF MARK HUFFMYER A BELOVED COLLEAGUE AND FRIEND.
SUNDAY, MAY 4TH AT 3:00PM AT COLDSTREAM PARK/LEGACY TRAIL
Lace up your running shoes and join us as we run/walk to honor the life and legacy of Mark Huffmyer The race is in memory of a colleague, Mark Huffmyer, who unexpectedly passed away after a family vacation. We will be raising funds in his memory. The UK College of Pharmacy establishment of the Dr. Mark Huffmyer Memorial Travel Award Fund. Read more about Mark's legacy below.
RACE FEATURES:
* Flat/fast 5K course on the paved Legacy Trail. Race will start/finish near the dog park.
* Commemorative unisex sized race shirts
* 5K Awards presented for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in various age groups
* 5K Run/Walk, FREE Kid's Dash & Virtual Option
* Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography)
* Social Teams to Expand Your Fun! (Prize for the largest team!)
* Convenient parking close to Start/Finish area
* DJ Stitz Mobile Sounds
* Food, fun and fellowship for a great cause!
* Runners, walkers, dogs on fixed length leashes and strollers - All welcomed
PACKET PICKUP - Detail about our packet pickup will be announced closer to race date. We will have PPU on race day (Sunday, 5/4/25) from 1:30-2:45pm at Coldstream Park.
SUNDAY, MAY 4TH AT 3:00PM AT COLDSTREAM PARK/LEGACY TRAIL
Lace up your running shoes and join us as we run/walk to honor the life and legacy of Mark Huffmyer The race is in memory of a colleague, Mark Huffmyer, who unexpectedly passed away after a family vacation. We will be raising funds in his memory. The UK College of Pharmacy establishment of the Dr. Mark Huffmyer Memorial Travel Award Fund. Read more about Mark's legacy below.
RACE FEATURES:
* Flat/fast 5K course on the paved Legacy Trail. Race will start/finish near the dog park.
* Commemorative unisex sized race shirts
* 5K Awards presented for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in various age groups
* 5K Run/Walk, FREE Kid's Dash & Virtual Option
* Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography)
* Social Teams to Expand Your Fun! (Prize for the largest team!)
* Convenient parking close to Start/Finish area
* DJ Stitz Mobile Sounds
* Food, fun and fellowship for a great cause!
* Runners, walkers, dogs on fixed length leashes and strollers - All welcomed
PACKET PICKUP - Detail about our packet pickup will be announced closer to race date. We will have PPU on race day (Sunday, 5/4/25) from 1:30-2:45pm at Coldstream Park.
Races
-
5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Short Sleeved Unisex Sized T-Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (3:00PM EDT)
$28.25
Chip timed 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk on the paved Legacy Trail. Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in various age groups. Runners, walkers, strollers and dogs on a fixed length leash are all welcomed. Participants earn a commemorative race T-shirt. -
FREE Kid's Dash (9 & Under)
Incl. Short Sleeved Unisex Sized T-Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (2:45PM EDT)
Free
A FREE, fun kid's sprint for children 9 and under. No awards but each child will receive a participation medal. Parents can add on a shirt for your child for a $10 charge. -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Short Sleeved Unisex Sized T-Shirt
$33.25
If you can't join us in person, consider running/walking your own Swift Sprint 5K as a virtual participant. Your $30 donation will allow you to run/walk your 5K from your hometown on your schedule and we'll mail you your commemorative race T-shirt. You can also log your virtual result (or completion of your 5K) on the race website (Results Link). There are no awards for the virtual event. -
Race Volunteer
Incl. Short Sleeved Unisex Sized T-Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (1:30PM EDT)
Free
We need 6-8 enthusiastic volunteers to work a race day shift from 1:30-5:00pm helping make the race great for our participants. Jobs include packet pickup/check-in, food/drink, awards, water stop, course marshals, parking team and clean-up.
Swift Sprint 5K Run/Walk & Kid's Dash