Meet Information
BOX ASSIGNMENTS HERE
The Hermitage Farm XC Classic to Debut at Historic Hermitage Farm.
RACE WEEK UPDATES -
- Medals are in !!!! See the Reveal below!
- Updated logistics maps and information links are below. Main thing here is follow the signs for entry and exit. Parking will ONLY assessible be via gate 2.
- Admission will be via electronic tickets only. No Cash. Ticket Link above and Below
- Separately, please ensure all visitors understand that this is a working farm. Spectators should not attempt to appraoch the paddocks or horses. Please also note that no pets are allowed on property.
- If your runner requires a support runner due to a medical issue, please let me know in advance via text or email. (Brian Patterson).
- It is our inaugural event and we are working to execute this as seamlessly as possible. If there are any issues or suggestions, before, during, or after, please let me know.
- Looking forward to this event. -- MD - Brian Patterson
Key Links
- TICKET LINK - Click Here (See ticketing instructions below)
- TIMING BY CENTRAL KENTUCKY RACE MANGEMENT - Link Coming Soon
- Meet Information Summary Doc - Click Here
- COURSE MAPS //assets.sp.milesplit.com/meets/691979/files/hermitage_farm_course_maps_v2.pdf
- Parking and Logistics Maps //assets.sp.milesplit.com/meets/691979/files/hermitage_classic_xc_parking_and_logistics_map_v1.pdf
- W9 (If Required) Can be found here: //assets.sp.milesplit.com/meets/691979/files/hermitage_farm_w-9_2025.pdf
- MEDAL REVEAL!!!!!
GOSHEN, Ky. (August 23, 2025) - Prepare for a truly unique cross country experience at the inaugural Hermitage Meet Cross Country Classic, set to take place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, amidst the historic and scenic grounds of Hermitage Farms in Goshen, Kentucky.
Hosted by Hermitage Farm and the Locust Grove Elementary XC Team, this new event promises a memorable day of racing for athletes of all ages, from kindergarten through 8th grade, on courses that wind through a property steeped in Kentucky history.
A Rich Legacy: Hermitage Farms boasts a storied past, dating back to the early 1800s as a significant land grant. For nearly two centuries, it has been a working farm, gaining international renown as a premier Thoroughbred operation. The farm has been home to Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks winners, Breeders' Cup champions, and influential sires, playing a pivotal role in Kentucky's signature equine industry. Visionary owners, from Captain John Henshaw and Warner L. Jones Jr., who significantly shaped its Thoroughbred legacy, to its current stewards, Steve Wilson and Laura Lee Brown, have all contributed to the farm's rich heritage. The iconic historic main house, dating back to 1835, stands as a testament to its enduring legacy. Running at Hermitage Farms offers a chance to compete on grounds that have witnessed greatness for generations.
Meet Information:
- Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
- Location: Hermitage Farms, Goshen, Kentucky, 10500 US-42, Goshen, KY 40026 (ENTER @ GATE 2)
- Host: Hermitage Farm in & Locust Grove Elementary
- Contact: For any questions, please reach out to Brian Patterson at brianjpatterson@gmail.com
Come and be a part of the first-ever Hermitage Meet Cross Country Classic! Experience the thrill of cross country on a course that is as inspiring as it is challenging. We look forward to welcoming runners, families, and coaches to this exceptional venue.
Race Schedule & Distances: The Hermitage Meet Cross Country Classic will feature the following races
- 9:00 AM - 6th-8th Grade Boys: 3K
- 9:30 AM 6th-8th Grade Girls: 3K
- 10:00 AM K-1st Grade (Co-ed): 1 Mile
- 10:30 AM 2nd-3rd Grade Boys: 2K -
- 11:00 AM 2nd-3rd Grade Girls: 2K
- 11:30 AM 4th-5th Grade Boys: 2K
- 12:00 PM 4th-5th Grade Girls: 2K
Awards:
Top 25 per Race Receive Custom Medals; *K-1 Co-Ed will be split at the Finish Line
Top 2 Teams receive a custom Bourbon Barrel Themed Trophy!
Fees: $5 per runner, $300 Team Max
Checks can be made payable to "Hermitage Farm". Checks will be collected on site the day of. Payment will be required for packet pickup.
W9 (If Required) Can be found here: //assets.sp.milesplit.com/meets/691979/files/hermitage_farm_w-9_2025.pdf
Admissions: $7 Per Adult, $5 Per Child (6-17), Kids 5 and Under Are Free
Concessions: Food and beverages will be available for purchase onsite, allowing athletes and spectators to refuel and enjoy the day.
-Barn8 Restaurant will be on-site for the meet on Saturday, offering smoked brisket and pork sandwiches, chips, and a variety of non-alcoholic beverages.
-Kona Ice will provide Shaved-Ice (dye-free flavors available) and Coffee.
Vendors:
Ken Combs Running Store
Restrooms: Moon Portables will be available in three separate locationsFor any questions, please contact Brian Patterson @ brianjpatterson@gmail.com