Swift Sprint 5K Run/Walk & Kid's Dash
- Date Sun 4th May 2025
- Time 1:30PM EDT
- Location Lexington, Kentucky
- Price Free - $38.75
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Sprint
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the inaugural Swift Sprint 5K Run/Walk & Kid's Dash on Sunday, May 4th, 2025, in beautiful Lexington, Fayette! Kicking off at 3:00 PM at Coldstream Park along the scenic Legacy Trail, this uplifting event honors the life of the beloved Mark Huffmyer, bringing the community together to celebrate his legacy while raising funds for the Dr. Mark Huffmyer Memorial Travel Award Fund.
Participants can enjoy a flat and fast 5K course, perfect for runners and walkers of all abilities. All entrants will receive a commemorative unisex shirt, and awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories. Plus, there’s a FREE Kid's Dash and a virtual option for those who want to participate from afar. With engaging activities like social teams, food, music from DJ Stitz Mobile Sounds, and the chance to capture memories with free race photos, this event promises to be both meaningful and fun! Don’t miss out—join us in honoring Mark while making lasting memories in a vibrant community atmosphere!
Participants can enjoy a flat and fast 5K course, perfect for runners and walkers of all abilities. All entrants will receive a commemorative unisex shirt, and awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories. Plus, there’s a FREE Kid's Dash and a virtual option for those who want to participate from afar. With engaging activities like social teams, food, music from DJ Stitz Mobile Sounds, and the chance to capture memories with free race photos, this event promises to be both meaningful and fun! Don’t miss out—join us in honoring Mark while making lasting memories in a vibrant community atmosphere!
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 5-year age groups (0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24 up to 80-84, 85+)
* 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 - We will hold packet pickup on Friday, May 2nd from 4:00-6:00pm at 531 Wellington Way, Lexington, KY 40503 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 5-year age groups (0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24 up to 80-84, 85+)
* 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 - We will hold packet pickup on Friday, May 2nd from 4:00-6:00pm at 531 Wellington Way, Lexington, KY 40503 We will have PPU on race day (Sunday, 5/4/25) from 1:30-2:45pm at Coldstream Park.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.75 Fee & Short Sleeved Unisex Sized T-Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (3:00PM EDT)
$38.75
CLOSEDChip 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
CLOSEDA 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
CLOSEDIf 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
CLOSEDWe 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.
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