2025 13th Annual Black Squirrel 5K Walk/Run & 1-Mile Walk/Roll/Run
- Date Sat 12th April 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Kent, Ohio
- Price $23.40 - $34.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the 13th Annual Black Squirrel 5K Walk/Run & 1-Mile Walk/Roll/Run on Saturday, April 12, 2025, in Columbus, Franklin! This vibrant spring race, inspired by Kent State University's beloved unofficial mascot, invites participants of all ages and abilities to join in on the action. The event features a scenic 5K loop course that begins and ends at the Beverly J. Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center. Runners will navigate through the beautiful campus via the Esplanade, encountering a few small hills along the way, all while keeping an eye out for the famous black squirrels that add a unique charm to the experience.
Whether you're aiming for a personal best in the 5K or prefer the more leisurely pace of the 1-mile option, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere filled with camaraderie and competitive spirit. With registration fees starting at just $20 for the 1-mile and $30 for the 5K (with a t-shirt included if you register early), it's an affordable way to enjoy a day outdoors. Plus, there are exciting prizes for top finishers in various age categories, ensuring plenty of motivation to lace
Whether you're aiming for a personal best in the 5K or prefer the more leisurely pace of the 1-mile option, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere filled with camaraderie and competitive spirit. With registration fees starting at just $20 for the 1-mile and $30 for the 5K (with a t-shirt included if you register early), it's an affordable way to enjoy a day outdoors. Plus, there are exciting prizes for top finishers in various age categories, ensuring plenty of motivation to lace
Organiser's Description
Please join us for our annual spring race which will take place on Saturday, Apr. 12, 2025. The race, named after Kent State University's unofficial mascot, will be available for anyone to participate. The traditional 5k course is a loop course which begins and ends near the entrance to the Beverly J. Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center on the campus of Kent State University. The course will be marked if you are in Kent and would like to run the actual course. The course takes you through the campus via the Esplanade. A few small hills adds to the experience but be on the lookout for the infamous black squirrels!
On race day, post your photo or video on your social media account and tag us at #KSU2024BlackSquirrel.
REGISTRATION FEES
* Monday, Dec. 9 - Sunday, Mar. 23 (T-shirt included)
* $30 (5k)
* $20 (1-mile)
* Monday, Mar. 24 - Saturday, Apr. 12 (no T-shirt)
* $25 (5k)
* $15 (1-mile)
T-SHIRTS
* All participants registered by Mar. 24 will receive a performance race shirt. Race shirts may be available for purchase on race day based on availability.
* T-shirts and race bibs will be available for pick-up as follows at the Beverly J. Warren Student Recreation & Wellness Center located at 1550 Ted Boyd Drive, Kent, Ohio 44242.
* Friday, Apr. 11 from 4 - 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, Apr. 12 starting at 7 a.m.
RACE COURSE
Race course map can be found online at https://www.kent.edu/recwell/black-squirrel-5k-race
PRIZES:
* Cash prizes for overall male and female winners
* First Place $75
* Second Place $50
* Third Place $25
* First, second and third place male and female winners in the following age groups will receive medals:
* 6 - 9
* 10 - 14
* 15 - 19
* 20 - 24
* 25 - 29
* 30 - 34
* 35 - 39
* 40 - 44
* 45 - 49
* 50 - 54
* 55 - 59
* 60 - 64
* 65 - 69
* 70+
CANCELLATION POLICY
Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable to another person, event or year. The 2024 Black Squirrel 5k Run & 1-mile Walk/Roll/Run will be held rain or shine. Recreation and Wellness Services reserves the right to refuse any entry.
On race day, post your photo or video on your social media account and tag us at #KSU2024BlackSquirrel.
REGISTRATION FEES
* Monday, Dec. 9 - Sunday, Mar. 23 (T-shirt included)
* $30 (5k)
* $20 (1-mile)
* Monday, Mar. 24 - Saturday, Apr. 12 (no T-shirt)
* $25 (5k)
* $15 (1-mile)
T-SHIRTS
* All participants registered by Mar. 24 will receive a performance race shirt. Race shirts may be available for purchase on race day based on availability.
* T-shirts and race bibs will be available for pick-up as follows at the Beverly J. Warren Student Recreation & Wellness Center located at 1550 Ted Boyd Drive, Kent, Ohio 44242.
* Friday, Apr. 11 from 4 - 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, Apr. 12 starting at 7 a.m.
RACE COURSE
Race course map can be found online at https://www.kent.edu/recwell/black-squirrel-5k-race
PRIZES:
* Cash prizes for overall male and female winners
* First Place $75
* Second Place $50
* Third Place $25
* First, second and third place male and female winners in the following age groups will receive medals:
* 6 - 9
* 10 - 14
* 15 - 19
* 20 - 24
* 25 - 29
* 30 - 34
* 35 - 39
* 40 - 44
* 45 - 49
* 50 - 54
* 55 - 59
* 60 - 64
* 65 - 69
* 70+
CANCELLATION POLICY
Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable to another person, event or year. The 2024 Black Squirrel 5k Run & 1-mile Walk/Roll/Run will be held rain or shine. Recreation and Wellness Services reserves the right to refuse any entry.
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