Join us for this truly unique racing experience at the Kentucky Horse Park benefiting the Kentucky Horse Council! You set your pace running or walking on the same Hunter Pace turf/cross country course that the horses ride. This is truly a one-of-a-kind run/walk experience you'll only find in the Horse Capital of the World. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2026 AT 8:00AM AT THE KENTUCKY HORSE PARK RACE FEATURES: Unique Hunter Pace turf/cross country type course at the scenic Kentucky Horse Park Commemorative Horse Show Type Ribbon for all participants Commemorative unisex sized race shirts (Men's and Women's sizes S-3XL) Free Race Photos (Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton) & Finish Line Photo Contest Run, walk or stroll - All levels and ages are welcomed! Award for Best Tailgate and Best Costume Awards Presented for Top M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in the following age groups (0-14 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+) Convenient race morning packet pickup Food, fun, music and fellowship for a great
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Lexington Equine Medical Hunter Pace & 5K At The Park 2026 — Lexington, KY
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 5.
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
