Triple Crown Trot 5K

You've never seen horse country quite like this!

Get inspired by some truly great racers: the Triple Crown Trot 5K is a chip-timed road race* that gives you a behind-the-scenes look at world-famous Ashford Stud, home of Triple Crown champions American Pharoah and Justify.

Your race route runs entirely inside of Ashford Stud, taking you from the historic office and stallion barn to the foaling barn and beyond. With yearlings running in the paddocks along your path, you'll either be inspired to hit a new personal best - or you'll get some great selfies!

*Course is mainly paved road, but does include a stretch of grass path - see course map below

Either way, you'll be supporting a great cause: all proceeds benefit Woodford Humane Society and the animals who call it their temporary home.

Run or walk at your own pace - all experience levels welcome! We can accommodate strollers, however please note: the course includes a stretch of grass path as it has in previous years. If your stroller can handle it, so can we!

Race-Day Registration Opens at 7:00 am; Race Start is 8:00 am. 

For the safety of the horses, this race cannot accommodate pets. Thanks for understanding! 

Age Divisions: 0-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70-79 | 80+
Medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers in each age group!

What is "Scratched"? Can't make it on race day but still want to support Woodford Humane and score a race shirt? Register as "Scratched" - you won't run the race, but you will get the goodies.

Shirts cannot be guaranteed after July 31. Register early for the best deal and all the perks!

Race Tees

Be sure to sign up early if you want to make sure you get one! We're excited to offer Gildan DryBlend cotton/poly blend tees to commemorate the Trot. Race tees are guaranteed to all participants registered by July 31 - after that it's first come, first served until we run out.

Race Stickers

Just your average oval race sticker...with a twist! Celebrate 24.9 furlongs (that's 5K if you're counting) with one of these bad boys. Every participant will receive one complimentary sticker; if you can't make it to the race or if you would like extras, get 'em for a buck at packet pick-up, on race day, or in the online store. 

Race Water Bottles

These 20 oz aluminum, BPA free, super lightweight water bottles are convenient to carry, and a useful and environmentally friendly way to remember your Trot! Plus they're totally instagram-worthy, don't you think? Get one at packet pick-up, on race day, or in the online store. 

It Pays to Register Early!

$35: March 1-31 | $45: April 1- June 30 | $55: July 1- August 22

Don't Want a Race Shirt? Select "Skip the Shirt" and save $5 on registration!

Race as a Team, Get a Deal: Create a team and when your 5th member joins, you'll each get $5 back on your registration.

Check back closer to race day!

Make sure you're signed up before the end of July to be guaranteed one of this year's Triple Crown Trot tees! Printed on unisex Gildan DryBlend 50/50 cotton/poly blend tees, from Youth Small to 2X. (Don't want a tee? NEW for 2026: Select "Skip the Shirt" when you register to get $5 off and help Woodford Humane save on costs!) 

Top 3 male and female finishers in each age group will receive medals, and top 3 male and female finishers overall will also take home one-of-a-kind wire thoroughbred sculptures crafted by local artist Rachel Bissonette just for the Triple Crown Trot! 

   
(Because each sculpture is unique, each year's overall top finisher prizes will have slight variations)

2025 Race Results

Race Photos - Start and Finish | Race Photos - On the Course

Special thanks to photographers Ruby Cline-Eaton (start and finish album), Rick Metzger, and Faron Shores for helping capture the 2025 Triple Crown Trot!