The Pi Kappa Phi Rose Run 5K Run/Walk 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Start time
- 12:00 PM start (New York)
- Location
- Lexington, Kentucky
- Entry fee
- From $25
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Oct 4, 202612:00 PM | $25 | – |
| Virtual RunVirtual | – | Oct 4, 202612:00 PM | $25 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $25 until Oct 3.
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $25, entry is about 17 percent below a typical 5K in Kentucky, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Lexington runs 35:19, about 11:22 a mile, based on 40 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:42 and men in 30:43.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:34 AM, and the 5K Run/Walk starts at 12:00 PM. The start sits about 960 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
415 Pennsylvania Ct, Lexington, KY 40508
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 4 the day usually runs from 59°F at dawn to 76°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 15% of days. Cold snaps dip to 44°F and hot years reach 81°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 415 Pennsylvania Ct, Lexington, KY 40508Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 960 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 4, 2026), 2025 (Mar 9, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is The Pi Kappa Phi Rose Run 5K Run/Walk?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026, starting at 12:00 PM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Kentucky?
- At $25, entry is about 17 percent below a typical 5K in Kentucky, which costs $30 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 415 Pennsylvania Ct, Lexington, KY 40508.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on Plotaroute; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
The Eta Tau Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi at the University of Kentucky is proud to present the 2nd annual Rose Run 5K to kick off War of the Roses 2026!
ALL proceeds from this event will go to benefit The Ability Experience, the National Philanthropy of Pi Kappa Phi. The Ability Experience strives to create equal opportunities for those with disabilities, both mental and physical, and works with the Men of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity to make their mission happen!
This event is open to every and all people, regardless of ability, skill, or speed. Whether you are running, walking, or rolling the course, we would love to see you come out!