J.J. the Jet Plane Foundation 5K Color Run/Walk for Pediatric Cancer
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 5K Color Run/Walk · Virtual 5K Run/Walk for Pediatric Cancer
From the Organizer
Come join us for our 9th Annual 5K to help raise money for Pediatric Cancer Research and Awareness.
There are 3 different ways you can race with us this year!
- Normal 5K Run/Walk - This is the normal 5K option, walk/run at your own pace! You will receive a shirt with your registration!
- 5K Color Run/Walk - If you choose this option, prepare to get messy! You will be sprayed with multiple colors of washable slime and powder! You will receive a white shirt with your registration
- Virtual 5K - Can't join us the day of? Perfectly ok! You can also join us virtually, and walk anywhere at anytime that is convenient to you! You will also receive a race shirt with your registration, we will ship the shirts to your address as soon as they come in. Please make sure your shipping address is correct!
There will be medals for the Top 3 Overall Winners, as well as medals for Top 3 Winners in each age group.
Age Groups are as follows:
- Ages 0-9
- Ages 10-19
- Ages 20-29
- Ages 30-39
- Ages 40-49
- Ages 50-59
- Ages 60-69
- Ages 70+
Have a group you are running/walking with this year? You can also create a team! There will be a prize for the largest team at the 5K!
We hope you will join us this year! Last year we had over 100 participants, we would love to have an even larger crowd this year. Share with your family, friends, neighbors, whoever! Just come out and have a good time with us!
All proceeds from this 5K will be donated to UK Children's Hospital to their Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Department. We have been able to donate over $50,000 so far to UK Children's Hospital.
If you have any questions, reach out to us at jjthejetplanefoundation@gmail.com.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the J.J. the Jet Plane Foundation 5K Color Run/Walk for Pediatric Cancer?
- J.J. the Jet Plane Foundation 5K Color Run/Walk for Pediatric Cancer is a running event held in Frenchburg, KY. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the J.J. the Jet Plane Foundation 5K Color Run/Walk for Pediatric Cancer?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Frenchburg, KY at Menifee County Park, Frenchburg, KY. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the J.J. the Jet Plane Foundation 5K Color Run/Walk for Pediatric Cancer?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
J.J. the Jet Plane Foundation 5K Color Run/Walk for Pediatric Cancer
Sep 19, 2026