Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon – Lexington, KY 2026

Date
April 11, 2026
Location
Lexington, KY
Venue
Kentucky Horse Park Campground
Start Time
7:30 AM
Events
Marathon, Half Marathon, Race Volunteer, Virtual Runner/Walker
Includes
Long Sleeved Performance/Tech T-Shirt
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The Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon starts at 7:30 AM on April 11, 2026, giving you time to settle in the night before without an extremely early wake-up. The race takes place in Lexington, Kentucky at the Kentucky Horse Park Campground, with both a full marathon (26.2 miles) and half marathon distance available. If you're planning to stay nearby, factor in travel time from your hotel to the venue for a comfortable pre-race arrival. Spring weather in mid-April makes this a reasonable time to race in the region, though you'll want to confirm current course details and any logistics specific to the campground venue.

From the Race Organizer
Come Run With The Horses in Lexington in our 11th Annual Horse Cap! Join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026 , for the 11th Annual Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon . Run on one of the most beautiful marathon/half marathon courses in the United States, passing over 50 Central Kentucky horse farms. You will never be out of sight of a horse farm! RACE FEATURES Scenic country course passing by 50+ Central Kentucky Horse Farms Long sleeved performance/tech shirts Custom finisher's medals Kentucky Horse Country inspired awards Post Race Stretching Free Race Photos - 2 Photographers 17 Hydration Stations serving water and electrolyte drink (8 stations on half) Race Pacers (Thanks ForWord Running) Convenient location to I-75/64 with 8 Hotels within 3 miles of Start/Finish Virtual option for those who can't join the race in person Our race will start at 7:30am from the Kentucky Horse Park Campground Area. A short section (beginning and end of the race) will be on the Legacy Trail with 98% bein

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon – Lexington, KY 2026?

Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon – Lexington, KY 2026 takes place on April 11, 2026. The race is held in Lexington, Kentucky.

Where is Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon – Lexington, KY 2026 held?

Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon – Lexington, KY 2026 is held at Kentucky Horse Park Campground in Lexington, Kentucky.

Where can I find hotels near Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon – Lexington, KY 2026?

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