Race Back to School 5k

Race

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

All proceeds benefit the Methacton Backpack Program!

Location:              

Heebner Park (Valley Forge Road Entrance)
1721 S Valley Forge Rd, Collegeville, PA 19426

Awards:                

• Overall and Age Groups: Top 1-3 overall, top 1-3 in each age group
• Kids fun run is not timed and everyone is a winner!

Entry:                    

• $35 per 5K participant Use Code EARLY before 8/10 to get $5 ofF

• $20 for Fun Run (kids under 12)

  You must register by September 1st to get a t-shirt on race day!

Bib Pick up

• Participants can pick up their bibs early on Saturday, 9/14  from 11:30 to 1:00 PM at Eagleville Taphouse or on Sunday Morning
• Registration will open on 9/15 at 7:30 AM
• We will accept race day registration but you will not receive a t-shirt

Amenities:          

• T-shirts: Youth S, M, L, XL, Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL
• Refreshments and snacks will be available for all participants
• Water stations on the course
• Prizes for top finishers
• Free Stretching from Stretch Lab Blue Bell

Parking:

• The parking lot at Heebner Park at Valley Forge Entrance. We ask that if you plan on leaving early please do not park in lot 1 (closest to pavilion) because it will be difficult to leave during the race. Overflow parking is available at the Heebner Road Entrance.

After Party:

• Join us for post-race refreshments at TimeOut Skippack! The restaurant will open early to welcome our running crew. All finishers 21 and over can enjoy a complimentary adult beverage with your race bib.

Race Results:      

• The 5K race will be professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Racing Co. Your results will be available online shortly after the race (link on registration site)
  This is a chip-timed race, which means the timing starts automatically when you cross the starting line with your race bib. No need to worry about a stopwatch, just focus on giving it your all!
   

Course Information:

• Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)  https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2744756
• Terrain: Be prepared for a fun mix of paved and trail surfaces. The entire route will be clearly marked to guide you along the way and friendly marshals will be stationed throughout the course to offer assistance and ensure everyone stays on track.
• Stay to the Right: When running or walking, always stay to the right side of the course. This allows faster runners to pass safely.
• Stollers: If you're using a stroller, please position it towards the side of the course to avoid blocking others.
• Walking: If you're walking, be aware of your pace and try to stay towards the back of the pack to allow runners to pass easily.

Fun Run Details:

The Fun Run is approximately 1.5K (a little less than 1 mile) and perfect for kids under 12
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2694923?units=km

5k map