YMCA First Friday Family Fun Run Series
Friday, August 4, 2023
Past event
6:00 PM EDT
Lexington, Kentucky
Free · 6 races
Event summary
Join the YMCA First Friday Family Fun Run Series on August 4, 2023, in Lexington, Fayette! This exciting event is designed for families to come together and enjoy a fun-filled evening of movement and camaraderie. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a way to be active with loved ones, this informal run/walk offers the perfect opportunity to challenge yourselves while gearing up for other local events like the Kids Tri at the Y or the Midsummer Night’s Run 5K.
Gather at 6 PM for a quick warm-up before embarking on the trails. The C. M. Gatton Beaumont YMCA features a marked 1-mile fun run, while the High Street YMCA offers participants the choice of a scenic 1.5 or 3-mile route through downtown Lexington. North Lexington YMCA participants can enjoy marked options of 1 mile, 2 miles, or even a 5K along the beautiful Legacy Trail. Best of all, this event is free and open to both YMCA members and non-members, so bring your family and friends for an unforgettable evening of fitness and fun!
Gather at 6 PM for a quick warm-up before embarking on the trails. The C. M. Gatton Beaumont YMCA features a marked 1-mile fun run, while the High Street YMCA offers participants the choice of a scenic 1.5 or 3-mile route through downtown Lexington. North Lexington YMCA participants can enjoy marked options of 1 mile, 2 miles, or even a 5K along the beautiful Legacy Trail. Best of all, this event is free and open to both YMCA members and non-members, so bring your family and friends for an unforgettable evening of fitness and fun!
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June Fun Run - Gatton Beaumont
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July Fun Run - Gatton Beaumont
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August Fun Run - Gatton Beaumont
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June Fun Run - North Lexington
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July Fun Run - North Lexington
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August Fun Run - North Lexington
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Organiser's description
The YMCA of Central Kentucky is happy to announce the return and expansion of the FREE Family Fun Run series in 2024!
The FAMILY FUN RUN series is an informal run/walk for families to move together and challenge themselves. A perfect opportunity to train together for the Kids Tri at the Y or Midsummer Night's Run 5K.
Events take place at the C. M. Gatton Beaumont https://goo.gl/maps/4VH4QL9QPZgDebkG8, the High Street https://www.google.com/maps/place/High+Street+YMCA/@38.0425901,-84.4960027,18z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x884244e99b393383:0xc34a0a10d76afcc0!8m2!3d38.042589!4d-84.495359!16s%2Fg%2F1thpxj2p?entry=ttu, and the North Lexington https://goo.gl/maps/HohwMM899jWVGMxE7 YMCAs and is open to Y members and non-members. No registration required.
We will gather at 6pm for a quick warm-up and chat, then take off along the trails for a run or walk together.
At the C. M. Gatton Beaumont YMCA, participants can expect a marked 1 mile fun run on the trail behind the Y.
High Street YMCA participants will have the option to choose either a 1.5 or 3 mile route through downtown Lexington.
The North Lexington YMCA will have marked options for 1 mile, 2 miles, and a 5K fun run along the Legacy Trail. Even though these are the marked routes, you are free to run as little or as far as you feel comfortable.
The FAMILY FUN RUN series is an informal run/walk for families to move together and challenge themselves. A perfect opportunity to train together for the Kids Tri at the Y or Midsummer Night's Run 5K.
Events take place at the C. M. Gatton Beaumont https://goo.gl/maps/4VH4QL9QPZgDebkG8, the High Street https://www.google.com/maps/place/High+Street+YMCA/@38.0425901,-84.4960027,18z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x884244e99b393383:0xc34a0a10d76afcc0!8m2!3d38.042589!4d-84.495359!16s%2Fg%2F1thpxj2p?entry=ttu, and the North Lexington https://goo.gl/maps/HohwMM899jWVGMxE7 YMCAs and is open to Y members and non-members. No registration required.
We will gather at 6pm for a quick warm-up and chat, then take off along the trails for a run or walk together.
At the C. M. Gatton Beaumont YMCA, participants can expect a marked 1 mile fun run on the trail behind the Y.
High Street YMCA participants will have the option to choose either a 1.5 or 3 mile route through downtown Lexington.
The North Lexington YMCA will have marked options for 1 mile, 2 miles, and a 5K fun run along the Legacy Trail. Even though these are the marked routes, you are free to run as little or as far as you feel comfortable.
Location
Various, Lexington, 40508, KY, United States
YMCA First Friday Family Fun Run Series
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