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Bluegrass River Run 2026

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Lexington, Kentucky, United States

calendar_today 06 Jun, 2026

sell $35.00

About the Event

This fall, take the chance to paddle through the stunning landscapes of the Kentucky River Palisades by joining #ExploreKentucky and friends for the 9th annual Bluegrass River Run (BRR)—a vibrant celebration of the Kentucky River, the waterway that defines the Commonwealth.

This year, the event will start and conclude at Kelley’s Landing, the future site of Lexington’s first river park. Participants can embark on a scenic 3-mile out-and-back Float Trip, perfect for those looking to enjoy a leisurely paddle while taking in the breathtaking views of the towering 60+ ft cliffs along the river’s palisades. Don’t have your own boat? No problem! We’ll have a variety of canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards available for rent.

The event will conclude back at Kelley’s Landing, where participants will have the unique opportunity to share their thoughts on the park’s future design. Join us for special access to the site, featuring walking tours, engagement activities, and insights into the Master Plan process that will shape the future park. CivicLex and Gresham Smith, in partnership with the Fund for Greater Lexington and the City of Lexington’s Parks and Recreation Department, will provide engagement and information. Visit kelleyslanding.com for more details and to be a part of shaping the future of this exciting new space.

Races Offered

Out and Back from Kelley's Landing Float Trip

Jun 06, 2026

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Distance — 3 Miles

terrain

Type — Water sports

timer

10:00

sell

$35.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Lexington.

thermostat Temperature

17.7° / 28.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

17.6° / 28.4°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 46m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.1 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

9.8 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

68.8%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:15

nightlight Sunset

21:01

About Lexington

Learn more about the host city, Lexington.

Lexington is the second largest city in Kentucky, located in the Bluegrass Region. Known as the Horse Capital of the World, Lexington has traditionally been dominated by the horse industry and is also heavily influenced by the University of Kentucky, the state's flagship university and the largest employer in the city. The horse industry has greatly influenced Lexington's culture and scenic beauty; the University of Kentucky and Transylvania University contribute to a college town atmosphere with a richer and more diverse culture than some might expect from its size and location. Lexington's compact central downtown district is surrounded by historic neighborhoods. Lexington is in the heart of the Bluegrass region of Kentucky and is still home to hundreds of horse farms.