32nd Annual Chris Griswold Memorial Lancer 5K
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Lancaster, New York
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 32nd Annual Chris Griswold Memorial Lancer 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in the picturesque Como Park of Lancaster, Erie. This exciting event celebrates the legacy of Chris Griswold, a cherished alumnus and supporter of St. Mary's, while promoting community spirit and athleticism. The race will kick off at 10:30 AM, with participants enjoying a scenic course that winds through the park, making it a perfect setting for both seasoned runners and families alike.
In addition to the 5K run/walk, there will be a fun-filled 1 Mile Fun Run that promises to be a hit with younger participants. With pre-registration fees set at just $30 (or $20 for St. Mary's students), and day-of registration available for $40, it's an affordable way to support a great cause. Proceeds from the event will benefit St. Mary's Athletics, ensuring that your participation makes a difference. Join us for what promises to be a vibrant spring day filled with fitness, fun, and camaraderie, topped off with a fantastic post-race party!
In addition to the 5K run/walk, there will be a fun-filled 1 Mile Fun Run that promises to be a hit with younger participants. With pre-registration fees set at just $30 (or $20 for St. Mary's students), and day-of registration available for $40, it's an affordable way to support a great cause. Proceeds from the event will benefit St. Mary's Athletics, ensuring that your participation makes a difference. Join us for what promises to be a vibrant spring day filled with fitness, fun, and camaraderie, topped off with a fantastic post-race party!
Organiser's Description
What better way to celebrate the St. Mary's upward momentum than with a 5K race to honor the memory of one of the school's greatest alumni and supporters, Chris Griswold?
The former race leadership team, led by Dr. Nick Aquino, a St. Marys graduate of the Class of 1973, has passed the baton (pun intended) to the St. Marys Athletics Department to do the behind the scenes work leading up to the race. Dr. Aquino is still very much involved and wants to ensure this incarnation of the Griswold Run is the best it has ever been.
The 32nd annual Chris Griswold Memorial Lancer 5K Run/Walk will be held SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026. The race itself will kick off at 10:30AM. The course begins, ends, and is entirely ran inside Como Park - just as the Griswold Run always has. Most importantly, the proceeds from the race benefit the St. Mary's Athletics.
Pre-registration (prior to May 8th): $30
Day-of registration: $40
St. Mary's students: $20 (see coupon code details)
Back by popular demand, we will be hosting the 1 Mile Fun Run once again this year.
Registration: $10
For more information on the run, you can download the registration form here.
Join us for a (hopefully) beautiful spring day, a little workout, and a great post-race party!
The former race leadership team, led by Dr. Nick Aquino, a St. Marys graduate of the Class of 1973, has passed the baton (pun intended) to the St. Marys Athletics Department to do the behind the scenes work leading up to the race. Dr. Aquino is still very much involved and wants to ensure this incarnation of the Griswold Run is the best it has ever been.
The 32nd annual Chris Griswold Memorial Lancer 5K Run/Walk will be held SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026. The race itself will kick off at 10:30AM. The course begins, ends, and is entirely ran inside Como Park - just as the Griswold Run always has. Most importantly, the proceeds from the race benefit the St. Mary's Athletics.
Pre-registration (prior to May 8th): $30
Day-of registration: $40
St. Mary's students: $20 (see coupon code details)
Back by popular demand, we will be hosting the 1 Mile Fun Run once again this year.
Registration: $10
For more information on the run, you can download the registration form here.
Join us for a (hopefully) beautiful spring day, a little workout, and a great post-race party!
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