Get Fired Up for First Responders 5K
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Distance
- Get Fired Up for First Responders 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Get “Fired Up” for First Responders at the 3rd Annual 5K Run/Walk during Old Settlers’ Days, hosted by the Lexington Volunteer Fire Department!
Lace up your running shoes and join us for a fun-filled morning supporting our local first responders and community. After the race, stick around for the 148th Annual Old Settlers’ Days Parade and Festival!
All proceeds and donations benefit the Lexington Volunteer Fire Department and the community we proudly serve.
Registration Fee: $25
Register by May 20, 2026 to guarantee your event T-shirt!
Packet Pick-Up:
• Friday, June 19 after 5:00 PM at the shelter house
• Saturday, June 20 from 7:15–7:50 AM
Location: Lexington Community Ballpark
⏰ Race begins at 8:00 AM on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
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
86°
Typical Low
64°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Scottsburg, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lexington, IN
Elevation
630 ft
Nearest Airport
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 34 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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12
Days to train
- Race
- Get Fired Up for First Responders 5K
- Date
- June 20, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Get Fired Up for First Responders 5K?
- Get Fired Up for First Responders 5K is a running race held in Lexington, Indiana on June 20, 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 Get Fired Up for First Responders 5K?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Lexington, Indiana at S. Mulberry Street, Lexington, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Get Fired Up for First Responders 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Get Fired Up for First Responders 5K
Jun 20, 2026