The Fast and The Furriest 5K
The Fast and The Furriest 5K is a running race on February 21, 2027 in Frankfort, KY, with an entry fee of $22.
- Date
- February 21, 2027 (143 days to go)
- Price
- $22
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for this 4th Annual race supporting The Betty J. Martin L.I.F.E. House For Animals, Inc!
Sunday, February 21, 2027 at 2:00pm at Lakeview Park in Frankfort
We are excited to welcome runners and walkers of all abilities to this fun new race as we close out winter. Come run/walk a 5K on the scenic paved trails at Lakeview Park in Frankfort, Kentucky as we support our furry friends through the Betty J. Martin L.I.F.E. House For Animals.
RACE FEATURES
- Scenic route on paved trail surfaces at Lakeview Park
- Commemorative long sleeved performance/tech race shirts (men's, women's & youth sizes)
- Overall & Age Group awards (5-year age divisions)
- Free race photos
- Post race snacks and hot chocolate
- Social teams to expand your race experience (Prize for the largest team)
- Convenient prerace packet pickup and race day packet pickup
- 5K run/walk, FREE Kid's 1/4 Mile "Furry Friend Dash" & Virtual option
- Food, fun, music & fellowship for a great local cause!
5K ROUTE MAP - Coming Soon!
PACKET PICKUP - We are conducting race day packet pickup (ONLY) from 12:15pm - 1:45pm at the Hancock Pavillion at Lakeview Park.
Events
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
49°
Typical Low
29°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Frankfort Capital City Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
About Frankfort, KY
City Elevation
782 ft
Nearest Airport
LEX
Blue Grass Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 47 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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143
Days to train
- Race
- The Fast and The Furriest 5K
- Date
- February 21, 2027
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The Fast and The Furriest 5K
Feb 21, 2027