Hermitage Farm XC Classic by Locust Grove 2026

Aug 29, 2026

Hermitage Farm

Goshen, KY

Hosted by Locust Grove Elementary School

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Meet History

Meet Information

RACE DAY PHOTOS HERE

RESULTS HERE

2026 Hermitage Farm XC Classic (By Locust Grove)

Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026

Location: Hermitage Farms, 10500 US-42, Goshen, KY 40026

A Rich Legacy & Premier Cross Country Venue

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.

Today, this incredible property is also establishing itself as a unique and challenging cross country venue. The course winds through pastures and scenic grounds steeped in Kentucky history, offering a challenging and highly competitive racing experience. Running at Hermitage Farms provides athletes with a rare opportunity to compete at a venue where a centuries-long tradition of athletic greatness continues. We cannot wait to see the athletes make the final turn and race to the finish!!!

Quick Links & Key Meet Details

Box Assignments - Added Tuesday 8.25
Tickets (No Cash): Purchase E-Tickets Here (Please purchase IN ADVANCE due to poor cell service on site!)
Course Maps (Updated 8/16): View Course Maps
Parking & Access Map: View Parking and Access / Directions Maps
Updated W9 for Setup: Download W9(Note: The original was missing a signature; please use this updated version)

Race Day Logistics & Operations

Arrival & Entry Directions ... All traffic must ENTER AT GATE 2.

Eastbound (from Louisville): The entrance is the first entry after Buckeye Lane.

Westbound: Pass the main Hermitage entrance and turn left at the next entry point.

Traffic will EXIT from the Main Gate

View Parking and Access / Directions Maps

Admission

Tickets Purchase E-Tickets Here. NO CASH will be accepted. Cell signal is very spotty at the farm. Please purchase tickets in advance to ensure no delays at entry.
Pricing: Adults $7 | Students (6-18) $5 | Children 5 & Under Free.
Entry Process: At the entry table, spectators will show their electronic ticket(s) sent to their email. Participating runners do not require a ticket.

Parking & Drop-Off Zone

General Parking: Carpooling is highly recommended. Please be patient with our volunteers as they direct you to the closest available spots.
Drop-Off Zone: Located at the far west side of the parking lot (closest to the entry table and Tent City). Use this zone for dropping off athletes, guests, and tent supplies. Please do not park or leave vehicles unattended in this zone.

Tent City Setup

Friday Drop-Off: Tents can be dropped off via the Buckeye Lane entrance (turn onto Buckeye Lane and go through the fence on the left).
Saturday Drop-Off: The Buckeye gate will be closed. Drop tents at the designated Drop-Off Zone mentioned above and walk them over.
Strict Rule: Absolutely NO CARS are allowed in Tent City or driving on the fields at any time.

Coaches Registration, Check-In, & Fees

Payment: $5 per runner (Team Max $450). Checks must be brought to the meet to receive your team packet. Please do not mail checks. Checks Payable to 'Hermitage Retail'
Coaches Wristbands: Included in the packet. Teams with 0-60 runners receive 4 wristbands; teams with 60+ runners receive 6 wristbands.

If any of your runners require a support runner due to a medical issue, please text or email Brian Patterson in advance.

Race Schedule, Music, & Awards

National Anthem - 7:45 & 10:45
My Old Kentucky Home - 9:15 & 11:45
Call to Post - 10 min before each race

Note: Due to high registration, the K-1 groups have been split into separate boys and girls races.

Time	Race Division	Distance
8:00 AM	HS Varsity Boys (Top 7)	5K
8:45 AM	HS Varsity Girls (Top 7)	5K
9:30 AM	HS Open Boys	5K
10:15 AM	HS Open Girls	5K
11:00 AM	6th-8th Grade Boys	3K
11:30 AM	6th-8th Grade Girls	3K
12:00 PM	4th-5th Grade Boys	2K
12:20 PM	4th-5th Grade Girls	2K
12:40 PM	2nd-3rd Grade Boys	2K
1:00 PM	2nd-3rd Grade Girls	2K
1:20 PM	K-1st Grade Boys	1 Mile
1:40 PM	K-1st Grade Girls	1 Mile

Individual Awards - At Finish
High School Team Awards - 11-11:15 AM (Approximate*)
Middle School Team Awards: 12-1215 AM *
Elementary Team Awards to follow the conclusion and scoring of each race set (4th/5th, 2nd/3rd, K-1)

Awards

The top 25 runners per race receive a custom medal.
K-1 - 15 Additional Runners receive a HorseShoe Themed Medals (Meaning Top 40 get Medals)
2nd-8th - 25 Additional Runners receive a HorseShoe Themed Medals (Meaning Top 50 get Medals)
The top 2 teams in each race receive a custom Bourbon-themed award.\