DV8K Life Changing Run
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Event Overview
The DV8K Life Changing Run is an annual event held on the grounds of the historic Keeneland Racecourse in Lexington, Kentucky. The 2026 event is the 8th edition. It is organized to raise funds for the DV8 Kitchen Vocational Training Foundation, specifically its Employee Success Program, which supports people in early stages of addiction recovery.
Distances
The event offers several distances:
- 8K (4.97 miles): This is a double-loop course on paved roads. A minimum pace of 15 minutes per mile is required for this distance.
- 4K (2.5 miles): A run/walk event where strollers are permitted.
- Kids' 1/4 Mile Dash: A short run for children.
- Virtual Runner/Walker: An option to participate from any location and receive a race packet by mail.
Race Details
The course covers scenic parts of the Keeneland grounds. The 8K course features two hydration stations that are passed twice, offering water and a sports drink. The start and finish are in the same location. The event is chip-timed by RaceRise.
Participants can receive a commemorative t-shirt, and post-race food is provided by DV8 Kitchen. Awards are given for the 8K and 4K distances. Packet pickup is available on the Thursday before the event at a DV8 Kitchen location and on race morning at Keeneland.
A team registration discount is available for groups of five or more people, offering a $3 savings per person. The event also seeks volunteers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
