From the Organizer
Join us for our 3rd annual race event - a celebration of freedom, community, and unity
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12, TIME TBA, INTERSECTION OF ELM TREE LANE & THIRD STREET
Come join us at our NEW location for the ROOTS 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 Event
Awards For Top Finishers
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.
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
82°
Typical Low
60°
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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Roots & Heritage 3K Powered by Lexington African-American Sports Hall of Fame, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
81
Days to train
- Race
- Roots & Heritage 3K Powered by Lexington African-American Sports Hall of Fame
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Roots & Heritage 3K Powered by Lexington African-American Sports Hall of Fame?
- Roots & Heritage 3K Powered by Lexington African-American Sports Hall of Fame is a running race held in Lexington, Kentucky on September 12, 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 Roots & Heritage 3K Powered by Lexington African-American Sports Hall of Fame?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Lexington, Kentucky at 300 E. Third Street. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Roots & Heritage 3K Powered by Lexington African-American Sports Hall of Fame?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Roots & Heritage 3K Powered by Lexington African-American Sports Hall of Fame
Sep 12, 2026