Freebird 5K – Lexington, KY 2026
Date
September 12, 2026
Location
Lexington, KY
Venue
Coldstream Dog Park/Legacy Trail
Start Time
8:00 AM
Events
5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Fun Walk, Virtual Runner/Walker, Race Volunteer
Includes
T-Shirt (tie-dye)
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Join us for the 2nd Annual Freebird 5K Run/Walk honoring the life & legacy of Charles "Charlie" O'Connell. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 AT 8:00AM AT COLDSTREAM DOG PARK/LEGACY TRAIL RACE FEATURES: Flat/fast and scenic course at Coldstream Park/Legacy Trail Commemorative unisex sized T-shirts (Or select the No Shirt option) 5K Run/Walk, 1 Miler (untimed) Fun Walk & Virtual Option Overall Top 3 M/F & Top 3 M/F Age Group Awards (0-14, 15-19, 20-24 and 5-year groups to 65-69, 70+) Free Race Photos (Thanks Paul Martin Photography) & Finish Line Photo Contest Social Teams to Enhance Your Race Experience (Prize for the largest team) Convenient race morning Packet Pickup at Coldstream Park Food, fun and fellowship as we honor a great Lexingtonian and his legacy Our race will benefit the Lexington Public Safety Museum which is dedicated to preserving, collecting, and exhibiting the history of all public safety agencies within Fayette County, Kentucky. It serves as an ambassador and advocate for
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