Roots & Heritage 3K Powered by Lexington African-American Sports Hall of Fame

Join us for our 3rd annual race event - a celebration of freedom, community, and unity

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12, GUN START TIME 8:00AM, AT THE HISTORIC LYRIC THEATRE ON 300 E. THIRD STREET

Come join us at our NEW location for the Lexington Roots and Heritage Festival 3K event powered by Lexington African-American Sports Hall of Fame! Lace up your running shoes and get ready run/walk with us to kick off Saturday events for the 2026 Lexington Roots & Heritage Festival. Celebrate freedom, community and unity with a fun and active morning supporting the Lexington African-American Sports Hall Of Fame (LAASHOF). Whether you're a seasoned pro or just looking for a new challenge, this 3K is perfect for all levels. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, get some exercise, and commemorate the culture by supporting the black sporting community.  We'll see you at the start line!

RACE FEATURES:

• Flat/fast paved course in Lexington's East End
• Custom unisex sized T-shirts for all 3K participants
• Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 in Age Groups
• All levels and abilities of runners and walkers welcomed
• Experience the 2026 Lexington Roots & Heritage Festival in support of the Lexington African-American Sports Hall of Fame

RACE DAY SCHEDULE (Saturday, 9/12/26)
Race Packet Pickup/Check In
Pre race Welcome/Announcements
Race Start at 8:00am 
Awards For: Overall Top 3 Finishers, Top 3 Female and Male Finishers and for Top 3 Age Categories

AGE CATEGORIES:
9 & Under
10-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70 & up

PACKET PICKUP   Our pre-race Packet Pickup is Friday, September 11, Time TBA. 

For more information on LAASHOF visit: www.laashof.com.