On September 19, 2026, #FeedTheKids 3K Presented by Dahlhus Fudge takes place in Lexington, Kentucky at 565 Wellington Way, with a 7:30 AM start time. The event offers two distances: 1.86 miles and 250 yards, accommodating different ability levels. Entry fees range from free to $40, making it accessible for most budgets. If you can't attend in person, a virtual participation option is available. This race benefits a charitable cause while keeping registration costs reasonable, making it an option worth considering if you're traveling to the Lexington area for early-fall racing.
From the Race Organizer
Join us for the 2nd Annual #FeedTheKids 3K and help us pay off all student lunch debts for Fayette County Public School students! SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026at 9:00AM at WELLINGTON PARK (South Lexington) RACE FEATURES Scenic paved 3K (1.86 miles) course at beautiful Wellington Park Commemorative race T-shirts Overall & Age Group Awards (Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 5-year age groups) 3K Run/Walk, FREE Kid's Dash (7 and under) and Virtual Option Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography) & Finish Line Photo Contest DJ/Entertainment Delicious Dahlhus Fudge for all! Post race celebration/party at Mirror Twin Brewing (A free beer for those 21 and older, show bib) Food, fun and fellowship for an awesome cause! PACKET PICKUP - PPU will be held on Friday, September 18th from 3-6pm at J&H Running Company. Picking up for friends/family is encouraged. We'll also have race day PPU from 7:15-8:45am at Wellington Park (park pavilion). 3K PRICING - $25 Early Bird (7/6-20), $30 (7/21-8/31), $35 (9/1-15), $40 (9/16-19) 3K ROUTE MAP CHARITY INFORMATION All proceeds from the #FEEDTHEKIDS 5k will be donated to the Dahlhus Fund, a nonprofit fund through the Bluegrass Community Foundation that aims to pay off all of the student lunch debts for Fayette County Public Schools students. LEARN MORE/DONATE Did you know that 1 in 4 public school students in the Commonwealth experience food insecurity? During the 2024-25 school year, student lunch debt for Fayette County students topped $35,000. Through fundraising efforts, the Dahlhus Fund was able to issue a grand of $13,000 towards that debt at the end of the '25 school year and aims to pay the entire lunch debt at the end of the 2025-26 year no matter what that amount is. MIRROR TWIN BREWING AFTER PARTY/CELEBRATION The after race after party will be at Mirror Twin Brewing's Annex (730 National Avenue 40502) starting at 10:30am. Anyone who brings their race bib to the after party will get a free beer. Brunch is also available for purchase from Rolling Oven Pizza. TITLE SPONSORS: Dahlhus Fudge, Mirror Twin Brewing, Plane and Simple & Whitaker Bank INTERESTED IN BEING A RACE SPONSOR? We have various levels of race sponsorship available. If interested, please email Adam Dahl at dahlhusfudge@gmail.com
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When is #FeedTheKids 3K Presented by Dahlhus Fudge 2026 — Lexington, KY?
#FeedTheKids 3K Presented by Dahlhus Fudge 2026 — Lexington, KY takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Lexington, Kentucky.
Where is #FeedTheKids 3K Presented by Dahlhus Fudge 2026 — Lexington, KY held?
#FeedTheKids 3K Presented by Dahlhus Fudge 2026 — Lexington, KY is held at 565 Wellington Way in Lexington, Kentucky.
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