Graveyard Gallop 5K
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Graveyard Gallop 5K

Lexington, Kentucky, United States View on map
Oct 30, 2026 (America/New_York local time)
Running

About this race

Join us for this inaugural race benefiting the Western PA/Kentucky Search & Rescue Development Center.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2026, at 6:30PM at Coldstream Park in NW Lexington 

We've got a fun, spooky race planned that you don't want to miss.  Dress up (optional) for our Best Dressed prize or just come run/walk at scenic Coldstream Park.

RACE FEATURES:

  • Scenic flat/fast paved course at Coldstream Park
  • Commemorative race T-shirts
  • Free photos
  • Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in various age divisions
  • Convenient race evening packet pickup at the race
  • Virtual option for those who can't run in person
  • Social teams to expand/enhance your race experience (Prize for the largest team)
  • Music, fellowship and fun for a great cause!

MORE ABOUT OUR CHARITY PARTNER

Our race proceeds will benefit the Western Pennsylvania/Kentucky Search & Rescue Development Center (WPAARDC).

WPSARDC is dedicated to serving at-risk and vulnerable individuals in Pennsylvania & Kentucky. Since our founding in 2000, we have grown into an organization focused exclusively on supporting these populations.

As a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), we combine specialized emergency response capabilities with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by vulnerable individuals. This expertise allows us to provide compassionate, effective assistance during times of crisis and emergency.

Our mission is to promote safety, security, and well-being for those most in need. Through quality services, community partnerships, and unwavering dedication, we strive to ensure that every person has access to the support and resources necessary to remain safe and protected.

Learn more at www.wpsardc.org

Pick your distance

Running

5K Run/Walk

A chip timed 5K (3.1 miles) on paved trail surface. All levels of runners and walkers welcomed. Strollers and dogs on fixed length leashes are welcomed. Awards for top finishers (overall & AGs).

Oct 30, 2026 5K 6:30 PM
$30.00
Open

Virtual Runner/Walker

If you can't join us in person, consider participating as a virtual runners/walker. You can run/walk your Graveyard Gallop 5K in your hometown on your schedule. We'll mail you your commemorative race shirt for your $30 donation.

Oct 30, 2026 5K 12:00 AM
$30.00
Open

Race Volunteer

We need 6-8 volunteers to work a 3-hour shift (5-8pm) on race night to make this race great. Volunteers earn a free race shirt for helping.

Oct 30, 2026 Race Volunteer 5:00 PM
Free
Open

Typical race-day weather

Based on 6 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Lexington, plus the 3 days either side.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (race-week average) 7.8° / Maximum temperature (race-week average) 15.6°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-week average) 5.7° / Maximum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-week average) 15.5°
Peak wind (km/h)
Strongest wind of the day (race-week average)
17.3
Precip (mm)
Precipitation over the day (race-week average)
6.5mm
Humidity
Mean relative humidity (race-week average)
80.9%
Sunrise
Sunrise at the start line on October 30, 2026 (EDT)
Sunset
Sunset at the start line on October 30, 2026 (EDT)
Daylight
Hours between sunrise and sunset on race day
10h 39m

The sun rises at 8:01 AM and sets at 6:41 PM local time (EDT) in Lexington on October 30, 2026 — 10h 39m of daylight.

Course

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  • Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
  • Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
  • Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
  • Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 67 Lexington events

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