Back The Track 5K takes place on August 14, 2026, in Versailles, Kentucky, at Woodford County High School Outdoor Track. Despite its name, the race offers a 1-mile distance rather than a traditional 5K. The event starts at 7:30 PM, making it an evening affair. Entry fees range from $15 to $30. If you can't make it to Kentucky for race day, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete the mile on your own course and timeframe. This is a straightforward local running event sponsored by O'Brien Ford and Prospect Lane Farm.
From the Race Organizer
Come BACK THE TRACK and support the Woodford County Track Club in our 2nd Annual race! FRIDAY, AUGUST 14TH at 7:30PM at the WOODFORD COUNTY HS TRACK This 5k race and 1 mile walk/run sponsored by O'Brien Ford and Prospect Lane Farm will start and finish on the new track at Woodford County High School. Proceeds will go to support the Woodford County Track Club which supports the track and field programs through the public schools throughout Woodford County. RACE FEATURES: Commemorative super soft (unisex sized) race shirts (XS-3XL) Participants are invited to wear their best black and gold. Everyone is invited to wear their best black and gold outfits to support Woodford County Track Club A Spirit Award will be given to an adult and child who are wearing their best black and gold! Free race photos Packet Pick-up on Thursday, August 13th from 5:30 pm to 8 pm at Midway Christian Church (123 East Bruen Street, Midway, KY) Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in 5-year age divisions Convenient race evening packet pickup at the high school Paved course through the school complex and Falling Springs Bypass 5K run/walk (timed), 1-mile fun run/walk (untimed) ancd virtual option s Stick Horse Race sponsored by Wingswept Farm (7:00 pm)-For ages 10 and under (Cost is separate from race registration. Read more below) Food can be purchased from Food Trucks: The Wandering Dog and Tropic Shaved Ice PRICING 5K - $25 (January 21 - July 31), $30 (August 1 - 14) 1 Mile - $15 (January 21 - July 31), $20 (August 1-14) Virtual - $25 (January 21 - August 14) AWARDS (5K RUN/WALK) Top 3 M/F Finishers Overall (Trophy, Gift Certificate & Show Ribbon) Top 3 M/F Age Groups (Show Ribbon) Age Group Categories: 6 and under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74 and 75+, 5K ROUTE MAP 1 MILE FUN WALK/RUN MAP STICK HORSE RACE SPONSORED BY WINGSWEPT FARM At 7:00 pm, children ages 10 and under are invited to join in a Stick Horse Race before the 5K race. Each child will get their very own stick horse to race and keep. We will also have a special parents' stick horse race as well. You don't need to sign up for this in advance, but we are interested in whether you want to participate (so we can get a general head count). You'll actually sign up (and sign a waiver) on race night for the Stick Horse Race. The cost to participate is $5 . Payment for the Stick Horse Race will be made on the night of the race (cash or credit/debit card accepted). This is separate from the race registration.
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When is Back The Track 5K Sponsored by O’Brien Ford and Prospect Lane Farm 2026 — Versailles, KY?
Back The Track 5K Sponsored by O’Brien Ford and Prospect Lane Farm 2026 — Versailles, KY takes place on August 14, 2026. The race is held in Versailles, Kentucky.
Where is Back The Track 5K Sponsored by O’Brien Ford and Prospect Lane Farm 2026 — Versailles, KY held?
Back The Track 5K Sponsored by O’Brien Ford and Prospect Lane Farm 2026 — Versailles, KY is held at Woodford County High School Outdoor Track in Versailles, Kentucky.
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