The Cupcake Classic 3K
- Date Fri 23rd August 2024
- Time 7:30PM EST
- Location Lexington, Kentucky
- Price Free - $30.00
- Races 4 races
Event summary
Get ready for a delightful evening of fun and fitness at the 7th Annual Cupcake Classic 3K, taking place on Friday, August 23, 2024, at 7:30 PM in the beautiful Wellington Park, Lexington, Fayette. This exciting event not only offers a chance to challenge yourself with a scenic 3K run/walk, but it also supports a great cause, benefiting visually impaired children through the work of VIPS (Visually Impaired Preschool Services).
Participants will enjoy a paved course, commemorative race t-shirts, and scrumptious BabyCakes cupcakes and ice cream, courtesy of Forcht Bank. The event features overall and age group awards, a fun Kids' Dash (1/4 Mile), and even a virtual runner/walker option for those who prefer to join from afar. Bring your friends and family for a memorable experience, and don’t forget to participate in the team challenge for a chance to win prizes! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the Cupcake Classic promises to be a joyful celebration of community spirit and healthy living.
Participants will enjoy a paved course, commemorative race t-shirts, and scrumptious BabyCakes cupcakes and ice cream, courtesy of Forcht Bank. The event features overall and age group awards, a fun Kids' Dash (1/4 Mile), and even a virtual runner/walker option for those who prefer to join from afar. Bring your friends and family for a memorable experience, and don’t forget to participate in the team challenge for a chance to win prizes! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the Cupcake Classic promises to be a joyful celebration of community spirit and healthy living.
Organiser's Description
TONIGHT'S RACE HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FRIDAY, AUGUST 23RD AT 7:30PM DUE TO THE THREAT OF SEVERE WEATHER IN OUR AREA.
COME RUN FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED CHILDREN AND EARN A RACE SHIRT AND DELICIOUS BABYCAKES CUPCAKE!
The 7TH ANNUAL CUPCAKE CLASSIC 3K will be held on Friday, August 16th, at 7:30pm at Wellington Park in South Lexington. Our race will support the good work of VIPS (VISUALLY IMPAIRED PRESCHOOL SERVICES).
RACE FEATURES:
* Commemorative Race T-Shirts
* BabyCakes cupcakes and ice cream (Thanks Forcht Bank!)
* Paved course in beautiful Wellington Park
* Overall and Age Group Awards (5 Year Age Divisions, Top 3 M/F)
* Free Race Photos
* DJ
* Social Teams to enhance your race experience. Largest Team wins a prize!
* 3K Run/Walk, Kids' Dash (1/4 Mile), & Virtual Runner/Walker option
* Referral Rewards (Invite your friends and family and get a refund on your registration)
PACKET PICKUP: Our packet pickup will be held on race night (Friday, August 16th) from 6:00-7:30pm at the Wellington Park pavilion. There will be no advanced day packet pickup for the race.
WEATHER PLAN: Our race is a rain or shine event. We know that there is a forecast for rain and possible severe weather through parts of Friday. We will be watching this closely. Our plan is to move forward with our 7:30pm start and delay the race in the event of severe (thunder/lightning) weather. If it is just raining, then we will conduct the race. If we are going to make a significant change (cancel/postpone) due to expected severe weather, then you will receive an email by 4:30pm on Friday with those details and our plans.
3K ROUTE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1611507] MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1611507]
COME RUN FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED CHILDREN AND EARN A RACE SHIRT AND DELICIOUS BABYCAKES CUPCAKE!
The 7TH ANNUAL CUPCAKE CLASSIC 3K will be held on Friday, August 16th, at 7:30pm at Wellington Park in South Lexington. Our race will support the good work of VIPS (VISUALLY IMPAIRED PRESCHOOL SERVICES).
RACE FEATURES:
* Commemorative Race T-Shirts
* BabyCakes cupcakes and ice cream (Thanks Forcht Bank!)
* Paved course in beautiful Wellington Park
* Overall and Age Group Awards (5 Year Age Divisions, Top 3 M/F)
* Free Race Photos
* DJ
* Social Teams to enhance your race experience. Largest Team wins a prize!
* 3K Run/Walk, Kids' Dash (1/4 Mile), & Virtual Runner/Walker option
* Referral Rewards (Invite your friends and family and get a refund on your registration)
PACKET PICKUP: Our packet pickup will be held on race night (Friday, August 16th) from 6:00-7:30pm at the Wellington Park pavilion. There will be no advanced day packet pickup for the race.
WEATHER PLAN: Our race is a rain or shine event. We know that there is a forecast for rain and possible severe weather through parts of Friday. We will be watching this closely. Our plan is to move forward with our 7:30pm start and delay the race in the event of severe (thunder/lightning) weather. If it is just raining, then we will conduct the race. If we are going to make a significant change (cancel/postpone) due to expected severe weather, then you will receive an email by 4:30pm on Friday with those details and our plans.
3K ROUTE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1611507] MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1611507]
Races
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3K Run/Walk
Includes Commemorative T-Shirt
Fri 23rd August 2024 (7:30PM EDT)
$30.00
CLOSEDA chip-timed 3K (1.86 miles) run/walk on paved trail surfaces. Awards presented for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in 5 year age divisions. Walkers, strollers, and dogs on fixed-length leashes welcomed. Commemorative race T-shirt and cupcake for all participants. -
Little Cupcake Kids' Dash (1/4 Mile)
Includes Commemorative T-Shirt
Fri 23rd August 2024 (7:15PM EDT)
$20.00
CLOSEDAn untimed 1/4 mile Kids' Dash for children 10 and under. Participating children will receive a commemorative race T-shirt, finisher's medal, and cupcake. There are no awards presented for this event. -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Includes Commemorative T-Shirt
$30.00
CLOSEDIf you can't join us in person, consider signing up as a virtual runner/walker. For a $30 donation, we'll mail your commemorative race shirt, and you can run/walk your Cupcake Classic 3K on your schedule in your own hometown. Run/walk from anywhere in the United States to support this great cause. -
Race Volunteer
Includes Commemorative T-Shirt
Fri 23rd August 2024 (5:45PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDWe need 6-8 volunteers to work a race day shift from 5:45pm-9:00pm to help make our race great. If you aren't running/walking, consider helping us out.
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