DanceBlue 5K 2025

DanceBlue: Ribbon Run 5K!

DanceBlue is a completely student-run philanthropy at the University of Kentucky dedicated to supporting the DanceBlue Hematology/Oncology Clinic at Kentucky Children’s Hospital. Inspired by Jarrett Mynear’s final request to “do something to help the Clinic,” DanceBlue raises funds and awareness year-round in the fight against pediatric cancer, providing care and support for patients and their families.

These efforts culminated in a 24-hour no sitting, no sleeping dance marathon, the grand finale to months of fundraising through events such as mini marathons, a silent auction, and our annual 5K run/walk. Every dollar raised goes directly to sustaining the clinic’s vital research and support to ensure that joy prevails in the lives of those it serves.

For students planning to participate in the marathon, the 5K registration is worth 20 SPIRIT POINTS! Registration prices will increase the week before registration closes at 2PM on Friday, October 3rd. The first 500 registered participants will be guaranteed their preferred t-shirt size, so sign up today!

No refunds available

Packet Pick-Up Information

Packets must be picked up during one of the times listed below—there will be no race-day pickup!

UK Students

Location: DanceBlue Office — Gatton Student Center, Room 262A
Pick-Up Times:

• Wednesday, October 1st: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Thursday, October 2nd: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Friday, October 3rd: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

All student packets must be picked up by Friday, October 3 at 2:00 PM.

Community

Location: John's Run/Walk Shop — 317 S Ashland Ave
Pick-Up Time:

• Saturday, October 4th: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

You will not be able to pick up your packets at the 5K. If none of the above dates/times work for you, please email operations@danceblue.org to schedule a pick-up time outside of these.

Contact Information

Sarah Tackett, DanceBlue Operations Chair

operations@danceblue.org