APRIL FOOLS' Marathon & 5K
- Date Sat 5th April 2025
- Time 8:45AM EST
- Location Spring Arbor, Michigan
- Price Free - $22.20
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fun and impactful experience at the 2nd Annual April Fools Marathon & 5K taking place on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in the vibrant community of Spring Arbor, Jackson! This exciting event not only promotes health and fitness through its 5K run and walk, but it also supports a meaningful cause: bringing awareness to distracted driving and advocating for safer pathways for pedestrians, cyclists, and those with mobility challenges.
Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to participate, with race fees starting at just $20 for early registrants. Don't miss your chance to secure a tech-style t-shirt if you register by February 28, 2025! The event will feature professionally timed results and awards for top finishers across various age categories. Plus, there’s a free Kid's Fun Run to ensure everyone in the family can join the adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out, the April Fools Marathon & 5K promises to be an unforgettable event that combines fitness with community spirit. Join us in making a difference while enjoying a day of fun and camaraderie!
Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to participate, with race fees starting at just $20 for early registrants. Don't miss your chance to secure a tech-style t-shirt if you register by February 28, 2025! The event will feature professionally timed results and awards for top finishers across various age categories. Plus, there’s a free Kid's Fun Run to ensure everyone in the family can join the adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out, the April Fools Marathon & 5K promises to be an unforgettable event that combines fitness with community spirit. Join us in making a difference while enjoying a day of fun and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR OUR 2ND "APRIL FOOLS MARATHON" (5K)
APRIL 5, 2025
HOSTING VENUE:
TBD
DESCRIPTION:
Proceeds Benefit the
KORY C WITTMAN II MEMORIAL
MISSION IS TO BRING "DISTRACTED DRIVER AWARENESS" TO JACKSON COUNTY & BEYOND.
To advocate for Safe Pathways for all Pedestrians, both Runners & Walkers, including our Bikers and Wheel Chairs.
The Prevention of Another Injury or Tragic Loss of Someone's Family Member.
RACE FEES:
SPECIAL NEW YEARS PRICING $20 1/1 TO 1/15
$25 until January 31st (Guaranteed T-shirt)
$30 February 1 to February 23rd (Limited shirts availability)
$35 February 24 to April 4th (Limited shirts availability)
$40 April 5th / Race Day (No Shirt Guarantee)
* ORS QUALIFYING POINTS EVENTS:
5K RUN & 5K WALK
SHIRTS:
REGISTER SOON TO SECURE A SHIRT!
KID'S FUN RUN IS FREE. YOUTH SHIRTS AVAILABLE @ $10 EACH. (YS, YM & YL sizes)
Tech style t-shirts this year. Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 2/28/25.
Shirts available as supplies last after that date.
AWARDS & RESULTS:
The race will be Professionally Timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be live during the race and available on this website.
OVERALL AWARDS: Will be presented to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), and Master (40+), Senior Master (60+) in the 5k Run, and 5k Walk.
AGE GROUPS AWARDS: Presented to the top 3 places in each age group:
5K RUN AGE GROUPS: 0-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69. 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
5K WALK AGE GROUPS: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
You can find more details @ ORSRaceSeries.com [https://www.orsraceseries.com/]
PLEASE NOTE:
THERE ARE NO DOGS PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT. SERVICE DOGS EXCLUDED.
PLEASE SEE THE FULL POLICY UNDER RACE INFO. THIS IS FOR THE SAFETY OF BOTH OUR PARTICIPANTS AND YOUR DOGS. THANK YOU.
Click Here to Read Details [https://runsignup.com/Race/AprilFoolsMarathons/Page-2]
VIRTUAL EVENT INFO:
THE VIRUAL RUNS & WALK EVENT FOR THOSE WHO ARE EITHER ON VACATION AND STILL WANT TO JOIN.
OR FOR THOSE WHO ENJOY RUNNING AND WOULD LIKE TO CHOSE THEIR OWN VENUE.
EITHER WAY, HAVE A BLAST & THANK YOUR FOR JOINING US!!!
RACE COURSE:
Link to 5K Run/Walk via Map My Run..
Click Here!
Click Here to see the Kid's Run course
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED PLEASE & THANK YOU!!
COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS ARE AVAILABLE!
We're getting a jump start on asking for Volunteers
for our 2025 April Fool's Marathon
If you can help, Awesome! ...
If you know someone who would like to help too, Double Awesome!!
* * Contacts us to VOLUNTEER
DONATIONS:
- Not able to participate this year?
Please consider making a Donation by using the Donate tab above.
_THANK YOU!_
APRIL 5, 2025
HOSTING VENUE:
TBD
DESCRIPTION:
Proceeds Benefit the
KORY C WITTMAN II MEMORIAL
MISSION IS TO BRING "DISTRACTED DRIVER AWARENESS" TO JACKSON COUNTY & BEYOND.
To advocate for Safe Pathways for all Pedestrians, both Runners & Walkers, including our Bikers and Wheel Chairs.
The Prevention of Another Injury or Tragic Loss of Someone's Family Member.
RACE FEES:
SPECIAL NEW YEARS PRICING $20 1/1 TO 1/15
$25 until January 31st (Guaranteed T-shirt)
$30 February 1 to February 23rd (Limited shirts availability)
$35 February 24 to April 4th (Limited shirts availability)
$40 April 5th / Race Day (No Shirt Guarantee)
* ORS QUALIFYING POINTS EVENTS:
5K RUN & 5K WALK
SHIRTS:
REGISTER SOON TO SECURE A SHIRT!
KID'S FUN RUN IS FREE. YOUTH SHIRTS AVAILABLE @ $10 EACH. (YS, YM & YL sizes)
Tech style t-shirts this year. Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 2/28/25.
Shirts available as supplies last after that date.
AWARDS & RESULTS:
The race will be Professionally Timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be live during the race and available on this website.
OVERALL AWARDS: Will be presented to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), and Master (40+), Senior Master (60+) in the 5k Run, and 5k Walk.
AGE GROUPS AWARDS: Presented to the top 3 places in each age group:
5K RUN AGE GROUPS: 0-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69. 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
5K WALK AGE GROUPS: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
You can find more details @ ORSRaceSeries.com [https://www.orsraceseries.com/]
PLEASE NOTE:
THERE ARE NO DOGS PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT. SERVICE DOGS EXCLUDED.
PLEASE SEE THE FULL POLICY UNDER RACE INFO. THIS IS FOR THE SAFETY OF BOTH OUR PARTICIPANTS AND YOUR DOGS. THANK YOU.
Click Here to Read Details [https://runsignup.com/Race/AprilFoolsMarathons/Page-2]
VIRTUAL EVENT INFO:
THE VIRUAL RUNS & WALK EVENT FOR THOSE WHO ARE EITHER ON VACATION AND STILL WANT TO JOIN.
OR FOR THOSE WHO ENJOY RUNNING AND WOULD LIKE TO CHOSE THEIR OWN VENUE.
EITHER WAY, HAVE A BLAST & THANK YOUR FOR JOINING US!!!
RACE COURSE:
Link to 5K Run/Walk via Map My Run..
Click Here!
Click Here to see the Kid's Run course
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED PLEASE & THANK YOU!!
COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS ARE AVAILABLE!
We're getting a jump start on asking for Volunteers
for our 2025 April Fool's Marathon
If you can help, Awesome! ...
If you know someone who would like to help too, Double Awesome!!
* * Contacts us to VOLUNTEER
DONATIONS:
- Not able to participate this year?
Please consider making a Donation by using the Donate tab above.
_THANK YOU!_
Races
-
5K Run (ORS Points)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th April 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
Tech style t-shirts this year. Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 2/28/25 Shirts available as supplies last after that date. -
5K Walk (ORS Points)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th April 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
Please sign up for this event if you intend to walk the ENTIRE 3.1 miles. If at any point you plan on running you MUST register for the 5k run. Tech style t-shirts this year. Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 02/28/25 Shirts available as supplies last after that date. -
Kid's Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 5th April 2025 (8:45AM EDT)
Free
Half Mile Run -
Virtual 5K Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
$16.90
This is a virtual run. * You can run any time any where * Use Run/Walk app of your choice. Selfie & Time will need to be submitted via email to [email protected]
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