Foundations 4 Hope 5K - Kentucky
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · Jerry Can 5K Relay
From the Organizer
Foundations For Hope 5K- October 3, 2026 8:00 am
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Chipped Time Event
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Run or Walk 5K
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Fun For All
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Jerry Can 5K Relay - will be a (3) person relay with both men's teams and women's teams welcome. Each team will run/walk the 5K with a Jerry can provided by Foundations 4 Hope. The Jerry can will be filled with 5 Gallons (42lbs) of water for men teams and 3 Gallons (25lbs) of water for women teams. Time results end when the Jerry Can carried by each team crosses the finish line. Each team will sign up for the race as single entry but will be responsible for forming their own (3) person teams. The Jerry can can be carried in any position desired but no straps or alternative methods/additions to the can will be permitted. All age athletes are welcomed!
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Starts and Ends near the Coldstream Dog Park and Legacy Trail in north Lexington, KY!
The goal of the Foundations for Hope 5K is to Advance the Gospel by empowering the local church, investing in individuals, providing critical resources, and equipping Christian leaders. This year’s 5K will support a combination of these efforts, through the local church in East Africa, by providing communities with Christian leaders, churches, clean water, and medicine. Join us for a great event and be part of a generation being changed by the love of Jesus.
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
74°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
27%
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
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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- Race
- Foundations 4 Hope 5K - Kentucky
- Date
- October 3, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Foundations 4 Hope 5K - Kentucky?
- Foundations 4 Hope 5K - Kentucky is a running race held in Lexington, Kentucky on October 3, 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 Foundations 4 Hope 5K - Kentucky?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Lexington, Kentucky at 1850 Pisacano Drive, Lexington, KY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Foundations 4 Hope 5K - Kentucky?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Foundations 4 Hope 5K - Kentucky
Oct 3, 2026