16th Annual Sleighbell 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 14th December 2024
- Location Williamsburg, Virginia
- Price $20.00 - $35.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the 16th Annual Sleighbell 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, December 14th, 2024, at Jamestown High School in Williamsburg, VA. This exciting event features a USATF Certified course that includes the Virginia Capital Trail, Powhatan Creek Trail, and Greensprings Trail. Participants can choose between a 5K Run or a Competitive 5K Walk, with a virtual option available for those unable to attend in person. The race benefits the WJCC School Health Initiative Program and From His Hands, a local consortium of churches that feed the homeless. Special events include an Ugly Sweater contest and a non-perishable food donation drive. Register early to secure your spot and take part in this fun and festive community event!
Organiser's Description
16th Annual Sleighbell 5K Run Saturday, December 14th 2024 At: Jamestown High School 3751 John Tyler Highway Williamsburg, VA 23188. The course utilizes the Virginia Capital Trail, Powhatan Creek Trail and the Greensprings Trail. This is a 5K Run and a Competitive 5K Walk. The course will be USATF Certified. This race is a 2024 Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix race.
A virtual Sleighbell 5K is available for those who cannot make it on race day. Virtual participants receive a race T and finisher medal. Packets can be picked up on Dec. 13th at Colonial Sports or mailed for a $9.00 fee.
A portion of proceeds from the Sleighbell 5K Will benefit area Youth in after school activities provided by the WJCC School Health Initiative Program (S.H.I.P.). This event raises funds to get students out and moving. Donations will go to From His Hands! A consortium of 13 local churches whose mission is to feed the homeless.
Two Special Events this year:
1. Ugly sweater. Bring your ugliest sweater to the race and compete for a special prize. Ugly Sweater contest at 11:15 AM
2. Non perishable food donation. Bring canned goods, pasta etc. Food will go to From His Hands
Fees
35.00 Pre-registered online or mail before Oct 20, 2024
$30.00 Pre-registered online or mail Students 18 and Under or college student w/ID
$40.00 Registration increase Oct 21st thru December 7th.
$45.00 Registration increase December 8th
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
$20.00 1 Mile Fun Run
$10.00 T-Shirts Only.
Early Packet Pickup Friday December 13th at Colonial Sports, 1303 Jamestown Road
Time: 12:00 PM (noon) thru 6:00 PM
Note: Last opportunity to register for this race
Schedule:
8:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick Up
8:30 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run
9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk
10:15 Ugly Sweater Contest
10:30 am - Awards Ceremony
Awards:
Top 3 Men and Women overall in the 5K Run
Top 3 Men and Women overall in the 5K Competitive Walk
Top 3 Men and Women Masters (40 years and over) 5K Run
Top 3 Men and Women in 5K Run for the following age groups: 8 and under; 9-10, 11-13; 14-15; 16-19
five year increments 20-24 to 80 and Over.
Special Prize - "Middle of the Pack" Male and Female
Finishing Medals for all Finishers while they last.
A virtual Sleighbell 5K is available for those who cannot make it on race day. Virtual participants receive a race T and finisher medal. Packets can be picked up on Dec. 13th at Colonial Sports or mailed for a $9.00 fee.
A portion of proceeds from the Sleighbell 5K Will benefit area Youth in after school activities provided by the WJCC School Health Initiative Program (S.H.I.P.). This event raises funds to get students out and moving. Donations will go to From His Hands! A consortium of 13 local churches whose mission is to feed the homeless.
Two Special Events this year:
1. Ugly sweater. Bring your ugliest sweater to the race and compete for a special prize. Ugly Sweater contest at 11:15 AM
2. Non perishable food donation. Bring canned goods, pasta etc. Food will go to From His Hands
Fees
35.00 Pre-registered online or mail before Oct 20, 2024
$30.00 Pre-registered online or mail Students 18 and Under or college student w/ID
$40.00 Registration increase Oct 21st thru December 7th.
$45.00 Registration increase December 8th
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
$20.00 1 Mile Fun Run
$10.00 T-Shirts Only.
Early Packet Pickup Friday December 13th at Colonial Sports, 1303 Jamestown Road
Time: 12:00 PM (noon) thru 6:00 PM
Note: Last opportunity to register for this race
Schedule:
8:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick Up
8:30 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run
9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk
10:15 Ugly Sweater Contest
10:30 am - Awards Ceremony
Awards:
Top 3 Men and Women overall in the 5K Run
Top 3 Men and Women overall in the 5K Competitive Walk
Top 3 Men and Women Masters (40 years and over) 5K Run
Top 3 Men and Women in 5K Run for the following age groups: 8 and under; 9-10, 11-13; 14-15; 16-19
five year increments 20-24 to 80 and Over.
Special Prize - "Middle of the Pack" Male and Female
Finishing Medals for all Finishers while they last.
Races
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5K Run
Includes T-Shirt
Sat 14th December 2024
$35.00
This is a 5K distance race. 5K Run (Run or Run/walk the entire course) -
5K Run (Students Under 18 or College W/ID)
Includes T-Shirt
Sat 14th December 2024
$30.00
This is a 5K distance race. 5K Run (Run or Run/Walk the entire course) -
5K Competitive Walk
Includes T-Shirt
Sat 14th December 2024
$35.00
This is a 5K Competitive Walk. You must walk the entire course; if you run any part of the course, you are not eligible for the competitive walk awards and you will be reclassified as a run competitor. -
1 Mile Fun Run
Includes T-Shirt
Sat 14th December 2024
$20.00
This event is not timed. 1 Mile - you may run, walk, skip... -
Virtual 5K - OPEN
Includes T-Shirt
$30.00
Virtual participants receive a Race T and finisher medal. Packets can be picked up at Colonial Sports on Dec 13, 2024 or mailed for a $9.00 fee. Virtual participants are not eligible for race day awards.
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