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Early April · Southeast · Loop

Horse Capital Marathon & Half Marathon

Lexington, KY

Event listed as: Marathon

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Typical start temp
48°F(estimated)
Field size
~500 runners(estimated)
Course
Rolling
Elevation
600 ft gain · 0 ft net(estimated)

Why runners choose this race

A loop course around Lexington, KY, with steady rollers that reward even pacing.

Good fit if

  • · Runners who want a low-key start

Think twice if

  • · You want crowds and on-course energy

Course and logistics

Course type
Loop
Surface
Road
Total gain
600 ft(estimated)
Total loss
600 ft(estimated)
Net elevation
0 ft(estimated)
Field size
~500 runners(estimated)
Crowd support
Quiet, low-key
Entry
Easy
Entry fee
$59(most recent listed price)
Day of week
Saturday
Start / finish
Start and finish in the same area

Race details

Typical timing
Early April
Next confirmed date
Saturday, April 10, 2027
Registration
Open now
Region
Southeast
Editorial tier
Recommended
Prestige
5.0/10(estimated)
Data last reviewed
2026-08-26

Event listed as: Marathon

Good to know

  • Loop course
  • Easy entry

Race-day weather

Modelled from location, month and coastal proximity — not verified race history.

Typical start
48°F(estimated)
By midday
59°F(estimated)
Dew point
41°F(estimated)
ExcellentGoodWarmHeat risk

Typical start sits at 48°F — excellent marathon conditions.

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