The Fast and The Furriest 5k
Event summary
Participants of all abilities are invited to take part in a scenic 5K run/walk along the beautiful paved trails of Lakeview Park. The event kicks off at 2:00 PM and promises a fantastic atmosphere with plenty of post-race snacks, hot chocolate, and even free race photos! All registered runners will receive a commemorative long-sleeved performance shirt, and there will be awards for overall and age group winners across five-year divisions. Kids can join in on the fun too with a FREE 1/4 Mile "Furry Friend Dash." Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to engage in a healthy activity, connect with the community, and support a great cause!
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Long Sleeved Performance T-Shirt
A chip timed 5K (3.1 miles) open to runners & walkers of all abilities. Awards will be presented for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 5-year age divisions. Running surface is paved/concrete roadway or trail.
Register2:00 PM EST
$25.25
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Kid's Dash
Incl. Long Sleeved Performance T-Shirt
A fun, untimed FREE 1/4 mile Kid's Dash. There are no awards for this event but each participating child will receive a participation medal. Parents can add a commemorative shirt (adult or youth sizes) for a $10 fee.
Register1:45 PM EST
Free
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Virtual 5k Run/Walk
VirtualIncl. $3.25 Fee & Long Sleeved Performance T-Shirt
If you can't join us in person you can participate virtually from any town in the United States. Sign up as a virtual runner/walker and you can run/walk our own Fast & Furriest 5K in your own hometown on your own schedule. For your $30 donation we'll ship you your commemorative race T-shirt. There are no awards for the virtual event but participants can log their result or completion of the 5K (optional) online at the race website.
Register12:30 PM EST
$33.25
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Race Volunteer
Incl. Long Sleeved Performance T-Shirt
We need the help of 6 volunteers to work a race day shift from 12:30-3:30pm to make the race a success. Sign up here and you'll receive an email with instructions as we get closer to race day.
Register12:30 PM EST
Free
Organiser's description
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2027 AT 2:00PM AT LAKEVIEW PARK IN FRANKFORT
We are excited to welcome runners and walkers of all abilities to this fun new race as we close out winter. Come run/walk a 5K on the scenic paved trails at Lakeview Park in Frankfort, Kentucky as we support our furry friends through the BETTY J. MARTIN L.I.F.E. HOUSE FOR ANIMALS.
RACE FEATURES
* Scenic route on paved trail surfaces at Lakeview Park
* Commemorative long sleeved performance/tech race shirts (men's, women's & youth sizes)
* Overall & Age Group awards (5-year age divisions)
* Free race photos
* Post race snacks and hot chocolate
* Social teams to expand your race experience (Prize for the largest team)
* Convenient prerace packet pickup and race day packet pickup
* 5K run/walk, FREE Kid's 1/4 Mile "Furry Friend Dash" & Virtual option
* Food, fun, music & fellowship for a great local cause!
5K ROUTE MAP https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3450812
PACKET PICKUP - We are conducting race day packet pickup (ONLY) from 12:15pm - 1:45pm at the Hancock Pavillion at Lakeview Park.
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Location
Hancock Pavilion at Lakeview Park, 118 Park Avenue, Frankfort, 40601, KY, United States
The Fast and The Furriest 5k
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