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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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 12.
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
