Run Baby Run 5K - Lexington
Lexington, United States • 26 Sep 2026
Event Overview
The Run Baby Run 5K Benefiting NICU Babies is a running and walking event. The proceeds from the event go towards supporting babies in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs).
Location and Schedule
The event will be held at Coldstream Park on the Legacy Trail in northwest Lexington, Kentucky. It is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026.
Events and Features
The event includes several participation options:
- 5K Run/Walk: A standard 5 km race.
- Kid's Dash: A 0.25-mile (approximately 400-meter) dash for children aged 10 and under.
- 5K Virtual Participant: An option to complete the 5 km distance remotely from any location.
The 5K course is described as flat and fast, taking place on the Legacy Trail through Coldstream Park. The event provides chip timing. Awards are given for the top three male and female overall finishers and within five-year age divisions. Participants receive a commemorative T-shirt, and free race photos are provided.
Supporting Charity
The race supports the Snow Bunny Baby Project. The project supplies basic needs, such as diapers and wipes, to families with babies in NICUs across eleven hospitals in Kentucky and Ohio. All race proceeds are used for these purchases. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.