Color Me LexCath DanceBlue 5K & 1Mile Fun Walk
Color Me LexCath DanceBlue 5K & 1Mile Fun Walk is a running race on September 20, 2026 in Lexington, KY, with entry fees from $20 to $25.
- Date
- September 20, 2026 (57 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for our inaugural Color Me LexCath DanceBlue 5K supporting the University of Kentucky Children’s Pediatric Oncology Unit!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026 at 8:00AM at ALLTECH ARENA/KY HORSEPARK
RACE FEATURES
- Chip timed 5K run/walk and untimed 1-mile fun walk (Both races will have color splash!)
- Scenic 5K route at the KY Horse Park
- Commemorative race T-shirts
- Awards for top finishers (5K only)
- Free race photos
- Food, drink and fellowship
WHY WE RACE & DANCE
The Lexington Catholic DanceBlue is a fundraiser supporting the University of Kentucky Children’s Pediatric Oncology Unit. DanceBlue is an opportunity for our school and local communities to come together for a meaningful cause. We dance for those who can’t, their families, and the memories we make together. The DanceBlue organization is a year-round fundraising effort through the University of Kentucky, consisting of multiple different fundraising groups to reach an overall goal. The Lexington Catholic DanceBlue Mini marathon works in support of this effort with all of the funds raised going directly to the University of Kentucky Clinic. Our Mini Marathon has numerous fundraising opportunities to help us reach our mini marathon overall fundraising goals. This student-led initiative encourages our members, students, and local community to help in the fight against pediatric cancer. By participating, donating, volunteering, and spreading awareness you are able to experience what DanceBlue is really about --- JOY!!
This is why we have decided to expand our effort and do our first ever 5K! The Color Me LexCath DanceBlue 5K is an opportunity to expand our community outside of just our student body. We welcome runners and walkers of all levels and abilities to join the fun. We hope to see you on September 20th! As our motto is always, everything we do is “For the Kids!”
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
79°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lexington Bluegrass Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lexington, KY
Population
321,122
as of 2023
City Elevation
994 ft
Nearest Airport
LEX
Blue Grass Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 69 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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57
Days to train
- Race
- Color Me LexCath DanceBlue 5K & 1Mile Fun Walk
- Date
- September 20, 2026
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Color Me LexCath DanceBlue 5K & 1Mile Fun Walk
Sep 20, 2026