NEON Night 5K Run/Walk – A Paint the Town Pink Event 2026 — Richmond, KY

Date
September 25, 2026
Location
Richmond, KY
Venue
Downtown Richmond
Start Time
8:00 PM
Sunrise
7:26 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00
Events
NEON Night 5K Run/Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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Date: Friday, September 25, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM: Packet Pickup 8:00 PM: Race Start Location: Water Street, Downtown Richmond, Madison County Description: Join us for the Paint the Town Pink NEON Night 5K Run/Walk, a vibrant event to raise cancer awareness and support cancer care patients in Madison County. Participants will run or walk through Downtown Richmond under the evening sky, adorned in neon colors to light up the night. Registration: Registration Price: $35 Register by Friday, September 10, 2026, to receive a special race event shirt (available in pink, blue, green, or orange). Awards: Awards for Top 3 Overall Male and Female Finishers. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference and enjoy a colorful night of community support.

Course & Travel Notes

The NEON Night 5K takes place in late September when Richmond, Kentucky typically experiences warm days in the high 80s and cooler evenings around 57°F, so bring layers and consider the evening conditions for an 8:00 PM start. The venue sits at 951 feet elevation, which is relatively modest and shouldn't present significant acclimation concerns. Fly into Blue Grass Airport near Lexington, which is 26.1 miles from the race location.

⛰️ 951 ft elevation☀️ Typically 80°F / 57°F✈️ Blue Grass Airport (LEX) — 26.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is NEON Night 5K Run/Walk – A Paint the Town Pink Event 2026 — Richmond, KY?

NEON Night 5K Run/Walk – A Paint the Town Pink Event 2026 — Richmond, KY takes place on September 25, 2026. The race is held in Richmond, Kentucky.

Where is NEON Night 5K Run/Walk – A Paint the Town Pink Event 2026 — Richmond, KY held?

NEON Night 5K Run/Walk – A Paint the Town Pink Event 2026 — Richmond, KY is held at Downtown Richmond in Richmond, Kentucky.

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