The rolling hills of the Bluegrass are a beautiful sight from the comfort of your car or IG feed. But on Fri., Oct. 15, athletes from across the country will be running 200+ miles through the hills + horse farms for The Bourbon Chase. To some, this might sound a little like torture. To others, it’s considered fun.
Runners will have some furry friendly company along the trail. | Photo by LEXtoday
This race is a test of both mental and physical endurance. We wanted to know the runners’ why. So we talked to 2 of them — first-timer Alex Wolf + veteran Danny Kissel — to get their thoughts and advice on their Bourbon Chase experience.
What was your inspiration for signing up?
Alex: I have been trying to do things that push me out of my comfort zone. Running in the dark is definitely one of them.
What’s your favorite part?
Danny: My favorite memory was from my first year, I was leaving Wild Turkey Distillery and ran across the Tyrone High Bridge at around 5 a.m. The fog was coming off the Kentucky River + the sun was just starting to come up, it was beautiful.
Camaraderie + support are the names of the game for The Bourbon Chase. Danny said, “The team aspect of it makes for a fun + unique event. You are pushing yourself to finish for the team.” Alex echoed that sentiment, “The best advice has been to just run and think about crossing the finish line with my team.”
Danny Kissel, 2nd from right, and teammates during the 2019 Bourbon Chase | Photo by Madeline Kissel
Head to downtown Lexington Saturday morning to experience the excitement + cheer on the runners as they cross the finish line on Main St.
Pro tip: Check out John’s Run Walk Shop and West Sixth Run Club to get started on your own personal running journey. After all, 200+ miles through the countryside starts with that first run through a local park.
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Today
Thursday
- Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 7-8:30 p.m. | The Kentucky Castle | $45+ | Enjoy a pre-show cocktail hour with a VIP ticket + music from the Grammy-winning bluegrass singer.
- Art by Nature Gallery Reception | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 5-7 p.m. | Julietta Market | Free | Enjoy light refreshments + music while viewing the tree-themed art exhibit.
- Horror Movie Trivia | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 7 p.m. | Ethereal Brewing | Free
Friday
- 80's Night w/ Vinyl Richie | Fri., Oct. 15 | 7 p.m. | The Burl | $12 | Travel back in time for this 80’s retro costume party.
- Curator Tour | Fri., Oct. 15 | 6-7 p.m. | UK Art Museum | Free | Register for this guided tour of After, a three-gallery installation. 🖼️
Saturday
- Candle Making Workshop | Sat., Oct. 16 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Shaker Village | $50 | Enjoy a boxed lunch — included in the ticket price — and learn how to make your own dipped candles.
- Music at Wildside Winery | Sat., Oct. 16 | 1 p.m. | Wildside Winery | Free | Enjoy live tunes in the tasting room from local musician Matt Castle. 🍷
- Compost Workshop | Sat., Oct. 16 | 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Free | McConnell Springs | By attending this workshop you’ll be able to enroll in the city’s new compost pilot program.
We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
Weather
- 80º | Partly Cloudy | 9% chance of rain
Open
- Cynthia Bohn — the founder of Equus Run Vineyards — has opened Saddlestone Distillery. The distillery is located on the same property as the vineyard and will produce brandy + agave spirits. (The Lane Report)
UK
- The Kentucky Kernel — UK’s independent student newspaper — has been named a finalist for the National Pacemaker Award. This is the highest honor in college journalism from the Associated Collegiate Press Competition. Additionally, 12 of its staff members have been nominated for individual awards. Winners will be announced tomorrow. (The Lane Report)
Feel Good
- Lexington activist Devine Carama has started a Tiktok campaign — “Random Acts of Kindness” — to encourage local youth to be nicer to one another. He said that the goal is to help make doing the right, be the cool thing. (WKYT)
Pets
- Portions of several local dog parks will be closed for semi-annual turf maintenance on Sun., Oct. 31. The maintenance at Wellington, Jacobson, Coldstream + Masterson Station parks will help to restore the grass in those areas.
Eat
- The Futile Bakery released their new fall menu items which include both sweet and savory treats. Bacon pimento cheese + pumpkin flavored scones have made an appearance and weekend specials include new cinnamon rolls like apple butter cream.
Award
- Kentucky’s Touchstone Energy Cooperatives won a Gold Rank in the special event category at the Excellence in Economic Development Awards. Hosted by the International Economic Development Council, the awards recognize the world’s best economic development programs. (The Lane Report)
Seasonal
- Kentucky Native Cafe announced they have a few spots available for new vendors for their Christmas Market. Interested local artists + artisans can apply through their website.
Number
- 120. The number of 5ks Somerset resident Duffy Sutton just finished running — one in each of Kentucky’s 120 counties for a total of 372 miles. He was inspired by his sons who encouraged him to get healthier and more active. (WKYT)
Spice up your life with this festive Bourbon Apple Cider Punch from The Bourbon Review. A gram-worthy seasonal addition to your tailgate or brunch. And with those lemons + oranges, it counts as a fruit salad, right?
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