Mutt Strut 2026

About the Event

Mark your calendars, and help us raise $45,000 for the animals of LHS!

Join us on Monday, May 25 (Memorial Day), from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Coldstream Park for Lexington Humane Society’s annual "Mutt Strut" Walk-a-Thon, proudly presented by Hunter Faulconer, and sponsored by MetLife Pet Insurance, Nancy Barron & Associates, Inc. Investments, The Campbell Family Senior & Hospice Pet Care Program of LHS, Hicks & Funfsinn, T-Fiber, The Dog Stop, and Traditional Bank.

This year’s Mutt Strut is more than just a walk—it’s a walk-a-thon fundraiser where individuals and teams come together to raise critical funds for animals in need. Participants are encouraged to set team/individual fundraising goals, rally support, and make a meaningful impact. The top three fundraising teams or individuals will win exciting prizes for their entire team! *Stay tuned for prizes announcement.*

This 1.5-mile walk-a-thon is all about having fun, getting active, and making a difference. Every dollar raised helps provide shelter, medical care, and adoption services to more than 4,000 animals each year—when they need it most.

Walk. Run. Fundraise. Save Lives.

Event Highlights

1.5 Mile Walk-a-Thon
Enjoy an untimed, one and a half-mile walk perfect for individuals, families, teams, and their dogs—all while raising funds to support lifesaving programs.

Fundraising Competition

Form a team or participate individually and compete to make the biggest impact! (Fundraising is not required to participate, but is encouraged!) Top 3 Fundraisers/Teams win cool prizes!

Activities & Entertainment
Enjoy a morning full of:

Music
Dog-friendly games
Kid-friendly activities
Raffles, contests, and prizes
Face painting and caricature artists (for both dogs and their humans!)
Meet adoptable animals and beloved LHS alumni
Shop exclusive LHS merchandise at our mobile retail store
Vendor Booths
Support local businesses offering pet-friendly and human-approved goodies.

Food & Refreshments
Food trucks will be on-site serving light morning fare, including coffee and pastries.

Races Offered

Mutt Strut Walk-a-thon

May 25, 2026

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Distance — 1.5 Miles

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Type — Running

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10:30

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Weather History

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

thermostat Temperature

13.2° / 23.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

11.5° / 21.8°

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10h 11m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.8 mm

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—

air Avg wind speed

11.4 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

High (6.0)

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72.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:26

nightlight Sunset

20:41

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.