Bluegrass 10,000
Fri, Jul 3, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
- Type
- Run
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
A historic 10K race on a flat course, celebrating its 50th year on July 4th with a focus on competitive running and course records.
- Competitive
- Festive
Competitive
FestiveCelebrate Independence Day with the 50th Annual Bluegrass 10,000 in Lexington, KY. This long-standing 6.2-mile event on July 4th offers a competitive atmosphere for runners aiming for personal bests. Known for its flat course, it attracts athletes across various divisions, including wheelchair participants, all striving to make their mark on the course records.
What to expect
- Run a flat 6.2-mile course on Independence Day.
- Experience a competitive event with established course records.
- Participate in a race welcoming various divisions, including wheelchair athletes.
Standout details
- 50th Annual event
- July 4th race
- Course records for multiple divisions
- Flat terrain
Course feel
A practical read on terrain, elevation, footing, and typical conditions.
Solid Challenge
Typical course trends
- Typically flat
Distances & registration
5 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
5K
2 options · closes Jul 4, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
2mo 4d 23h 23m leftVIRTUAL 5K
Closes Jul 4, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $22.95
General entry
Closes Jul 4, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $33.55
10K
2 options · closes Jul 4, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
2mo 4d 23h 23m leftVIRTUAL 10K
Closes Jul 4, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $22.95
Bluegrass 10,000 10K
Closes Jul 4, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $33.55
1 Mile
1 option · closes Jul 4, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
2mo 4d 23h 23m leftFun Run
Closes Jul 4, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $22.95
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From the organizer
Join us for the 50th Annual Bluegrass 10,000 on Saturday, July 4th, 2026 .
COURSE RECORDS
Female: Katy Kunc 33:33.7 (2021)
Male: Marcus Nenow 29:14 (1983)
Push Rim Wheelchair Female: Aerelle Jones 32:09 (2018)
Push Rim Wheelchair Male: Paul Dietrich 24:19 (1996)
Hand-Cranked Wheelchair Male: Greg Queen 18:45 (2014)
Hand-Cranked Wheelchair Female: Carley Pearson 25:44 (2014)