The Raven 10K starts at 9:00 AM on September 27, 2026, giving traveling runners a reasonable morning window for arrival in Lexington, Kentucky. This 6.2-mile race takes place at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary and costs between $42 and $50 to enter. If your travel plans fall through or you need flexibility, the race offers a virtual participation option, allowing you to complete the distance on your own schedule. For endurance athletes heading to Lexington that weekend, plan accommodations with easy access to the sanctuary and confirm parking details in advance.
From the Race Organizer
Join us for the 12th annual Raven 10K Trail Run on the grounds of Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. Our 2026 in-person race will be held on Sunday, September 27th at 9:00am. There will also be a Raven 10K Virtual option for those who want to participate on their own schedule. The race is presented by Lexington Parks & Recreation! REGISTRATION FEE: $42 Raven 10K (In-person) until September 13th at 11:59pm, $50 after. - $30 Raven 10K (virtual) Race Capacity: 170 Runners (Limit in place due to parking capacity at the park) PACKET PICKUP: TBD LAST CHANCE PACKET PICKUP: Sunday, September 27th 7:30 - 8:30am at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary. - 3885 Raven Run Way, Lexington, KY 40515 RACE DAY --- ARRIVE BY 8:30AM We ask all participants to arrive and be checked in by 8:30am . We'll have a mandatory runner meeting at 8:55am. We'll start the race promptly at 9:00am. VIRTUAL RUN/WALK/HIKE OPTION: For those who would like to participate but can't or don't want to join us for the in-person event, we have a virtual option for $30, $25 without a shirt. You run/walk/hike your 10K prior to September 28th, and you'll earn a commemorative race shirt. There are no awards or results submission for the virtual, all on the honor system. You can run/walk/hike your 10K (6.2 miles) from Raven Run Nature Sanctuary or the local/route of your choice. Race shirts will be mailed to virtual participants. TIME/PACE LIMIT: We have use of the park until 11:30am, so our race has a 2.5-hour (24 minute/mile) pace limit. AWARDS: We will present awards following the race to the Top 3 M/F Overall finishers as well as the Top 3 M/F in the following age groups (0-9, 10-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 27.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Lexington, KY.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
The Raven 10K 2026 — Lexington, KY takes place on September 27, 2026. The race is held in Lexington, Kentucky.
Where is The Raven 10K 2026 — Lexington, KY held?
The Raven 10K 2026 — Lexington, KY is held at Raven Run Nature Sanctuary in Lexington, Kentucky.
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