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Crank & Boom Sprint For Scoops 3K & Kid's Dash

Crank & Boom Sprint For Scoops 3K & Kid's Dash is a running race on August 7, 2026 in Lexington, KY, with entry fees from $20 to $35.

Date
August 7, 2026 (15 days to go)
Price
$20–$35
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Come Run For Ice Cream and Help us Feed the Hungry!

Join us for the rescheduled 10th Annual Crank & Boom Sprint For Scoops 3K on Friday, August 7th at 7:30pm at Wellington Park in South Lexington.  Our race is presented by Whitaker Bank.

RACE FEATURES:

  • Commemorative poly/cotton race shirts (men's/women's/youth sizes)
  • Closed course at scenic Wellington Park
  • Overall & Age Group Awards (5-year age groups)
  • 3K Run/Walk, 1/4 Mile Dash, and Virtual Runner Option
  • Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography)
  • DJ Hummel (Freestyle Entertainment) 
  • Social Teams to enhance your race experience - Prize for the largest team!
  • Delicious Crank & Boom Craft Ice Cream for all participants

Our race will benefit Fayette Eating, Education, & Delivery (FEED).  Read more about the great work that FEED performs below.

PACKET PICKUP:  Our packet pickup will be held Wednesday, August 5th from 5-7pm at Crank & Boom on Clays Mill Road.  We will also hold race evening packet pickup at Wellington Park from 6:15-7:15pm.

3K ROUTE MAP

Events

3K Run/Walk$35
Little Scoops Kids' Dash$20

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

87°

Typical Low

66°

Chance of Rain

32%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Lexington Bluegrass Ap, 5 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:46 AMSunset 8:40 PMDaylight 13h 54m

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.

Race Location

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What Are You
Waiting For?

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Days to train

Race
Crank & Boom Sprint For Scoops 3K & Kid's Dash
Date
August 7, 2026

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About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Lexington than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Crank & Boom Sprint For Scoops 3K & Kid's Dash?+
Crank & Boom Sprint For Scoops 3K & Kid's Dash is a running race held in Lexington, Kentucky on August 7, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Crank & Boom Sprint For Scoops 3K & Kid's Dash?+
Friday, August 7, 2026 in Lexington, Kentucky at Wellington Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Crank & Boom Sprint For Scoops 3K & Kid's Dash?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Crank & Boom Sprint For Scoops 3K & Kid's Dash

Aug 7, 2026

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