FAQ
Race Venue
1. Where will be the race be held? The live event will be held at the historic Keeneland Race Course, in Lexington, Kentucky. Should you choose, you may also participate virtually and post your times on the race website when completed.
2, What time does the race start? The live event at Keeneland starts at 8 a.m. on Saturday, July 27th. Should you participate virtually, you may post a time on the race website anytime from 8 a.m. - midnight on July 27th.
3. Where do I run/walk? Keeneland for the live event or virtually on a 5K course you determine
Race Registration
1. When does online registration close? Online registration will remain open through race morning (7/27/24). Please register before leaving home on race day! There is be NO REGISTRATION permitted at Keeneland per Keeneland Race Day Protocols we must follow.
2. What do I get for my registration fee? Your registration fee includes participant info, access to Run-Signup to upload times and manage registration, and a race t-shirt.
3. Is there a benefiting charity? Yes, all proceeds benefit Shepherd's House.
4. Can I get a refund of my registration fee? Sorry. registration fees go to the benefiting charity and are non-refundable.
What is a Virtual Race?
1. A virtual race is a race that can be run (or walked) from any location you choose. We will provide a "Preferred Course Map".
2. You can run, jog, or walk on the road, on the trail, on the treadmill, at the gym, or on the track.
3. You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself.
Race T-Shirt/Race Packets Pick-Up
1. Pre-race day T-Shirt and Race Material Pick-Up schedules are TBD at this time. Pickup will be available at 7:00 am on race day as well.
2. Virtual Participants - Race shirts are not available to virtual participants.
Race Timing/Awards/Results
1. Will the race be timed? Yes.
2. Will awards be presented after the race? Yes. Awards will be presented to the top 3 male/female overall finishers and top 3 male/female in the following age groups: 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over
3. Can I find my finish time online? Yes! As times are updated on the site by the participant, they will be posted and available to view.
