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Lace up your running shoes for the Pisgah Farms and Furlongs Half Mare-athon and 10K, an extraordinary race set to take place on May 30, 2026, in the heart of Kentucky's horse country in Versailles. This celebrated event, now in its 5th year, offers a unique opportunity to experience the stunning beauty and rich equestrian heritage of Central Kentucky. Participants can choose between a challenging 13.1-mile half marathon or a scenic 10K run, both entirely on paved roads. The half marathon boasts an elevation change of 699-833 feet as it winds through four iconic horse farms: Ashbrooke Farm, WinStar Farm, Buck Pond Farm, and Ashview Farm. The 10K, with an elevation change of 322 feet, traverses Ashbrooke Farm and includes a memorable loop through WinStar Farm, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.
Runners consistently rave about the Pisgah Farms and Furlongs race, calling it one of the most scenic and beautiful courses in the region, praised for its amazing hospitality and challenging yet rewarding routes. Both distances start and finish at the picturesque Ashbrooke Farm. Throughout your journey, you'll find ample support with 11 hydration stations along the half marathon course and 4 for the 10K, spaced approximately every 1.5 miles and stocked with water and Gatorade. Typical race day conditions in late May bring comfortable highs around 78°F and lows around 59°F, with only an 18% chance of precipitation, creating ideal running weather.
What truly sets this race apart is its exclusive access, being the only event in Kentucky that takes runners directly through four world-renowned Central Kentucky horse farms. Beyond the stunning scenery, participants are treated to commemorative performance race shirts, custom finisher's medals, and free race photos to capture their accomplishment. Awards for top finishers, including unique horse country-inspired prizes like plaques made from horse farm fences, add another special touch to this memorable event, with 100% of proceeds benefiting the preservation of the historic Pisgah community.