Reinke Sports Group and the USRA Half Marathon Series are pleased to announce our partnership with Active.com for all of our event registration.  Please go to our new website at (different for each race but for example:  LexingtonHM.com and also USRAHM.com.  We are also introducing a new Half Marathon Training program in conjunction with Active to help runners prepare for USRA Half Marathon Series events.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW RESULTS FOR THE 2010 LEXINGTON HALF MARATHON

EVENT SCHEDULE

Sunday March 28, 2010

8:00AM   Half-Marathon 13.1 mile Run/Walk

8:15AM   5K Run Run/Walk

9:45AM   Mile Fun Run / Walk

11:00AM  Awards Presentations / Finish Line Party

CONGRATULATIONS ON A GREAT INAUGURAL EVENT! THANKS TO ALL THAT PARTICIPATED AND HELPED OUT.  REGISTRATIONS FOR THE 2011 LEXINGTON HALF MARATHON WILL OPEN SHORTLY.

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DESCRIPTION

Lexington, known as the Horse Capital of the World”, is located in the heart of Kentucky Bluegrass Region. &nbspThis will be the only Half Marathon 13.1 running event to be held in the Thoroughbred City” when the Lexington Half Marathon launches with a course designed to showcase the area.

The Lexington Half Marathon will be part of the 2010 nationwide "USRA Half Marathon Series“ targeting mid-sized markets. As with all USRA Half Marathon Series events, event organizers will be rolling out the &ldquored carpet”, so don't delay in registering and telling your friends and fellow runners and walkers about the inaugural Lexington Half Marathon  -  "Where the Runner Comes First”!

The Lexington Half Marathon, along with its accompanying Fasig-Tipton 5K 3.1 mile and 1 Mile Fun Runs, will start and finish at the world renowned Fasig-Tipton on Newtown Pike just off of I-75.  The scenic, rolling route will showcase the region famed  horse farms and run through the famed Kentucky Horse Park, home of the 2010 World Equestrian Games. With the support of the City of Lexington, Lexington Convention & Visitors Bureau, Kentucky Horse Park and the State of Kentucky, initial founding sponsors include the Lexington Herald-Leader Newspaper, WKYT-TV, Clear Channel Radio, Marriott Griffin Gate Resort and Fasig-Tipton.  A part of the nationwide USRA Half Marathon Series USRARaceSeries.com, the Lexington Half Marathon will kick off the racing season March 28 as one of the region&rsquos top Half Marathons of the season with traditionally cool and ideal conditions awaiting participants.   Each USRA Half Marathon Series event lives up to is motto of &ldquoWhere the Runner Comes First” and Lexington will be no exception.  The 2-day event kicks off on Saturday, March 27 from 11am – 5pm with a Runner/Health & Fitness Expo .  A fun, festive atmosphere will greet all participants throughout the event welcoming all abilities and ages with walkers, strollers and head phones welcome with runners vying for the nearly 150 awards!

All Lexington Half Marathon participants will receive a high-quality &ldquotech” shirt with a quality medal presented to all finishers.  Attractive race shirts will go to all 5K and Fun Run participants.  There will also be a &ldquoCorporate Cup” division based upon company participation in three separate divisions by company size.  Participants will be inspired by music throughout the course and a &ldquoLive Band” performing at the finish line party.

Course Map

CORPORATE  CUP TEAM COMPETITION

There will be a special competition for the Company with the &ldquohighest participation” across all events.  &ldquoHalf Marathon Corporate Cup" Awards to top Company.

ROCK & ROLL

There will be live music throughout the course and live Entertainment at the Finish!                               

FINISH LINE CELEBRATION

Once you cross the finish line the real fun begins.  Join with friends and family to celebrate your accomplishment with refreshments and live music!

RUN FOR A CAUSE

The Official Charity of the Lexington Half Marathon is Blue Grass Farms Charities which provides assistance to horse industry workers. If you would like to donate or create a Pledge Campaign for each mile you complete, please go to our Donations page on this site.

VOLUNTEER

If you are not participating, we&rsquod still love you to be a Volunteer and be part of the fun!  All volunteers receive a T-Shirt, goodie bag and entry into the Finish Line Celebration!  Please register to volunteer online.