April Fools' Marathon & 5K
- Date Sat 5th April 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Spring Arbor, Michigan
- Price Free - $22.20
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the 2nd Annual April Fools' Marathon & 5K on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in Spring Arbor, Jackson! This exciting event is not just a race; it’s a movement to raise awareness about distracted driving and advocate for safe pathways for all pedestrians, including runners, walkers, bikers, and wheelchair users. Participants can choose between a challenging marathon distance or a more accessible 5K run or walk, making it perfect for athletes of all levels.
With early bird registration starting at just $20 and guaranteed tech-style t-shirts for those who sign up before February 28, 2025, this event is an incredible opportunity to challenge yourself while supporting a vital cause. Awards will be given to the top finishers across various age groups for both the 5K run and walk, ensuring recognition of all participants’ efforts. Join us for a memorable day filled with community spirit, fitness, and fun! Whether you are participating in person or virtually, mark your calendars and get ready to make a difference!
With early bird registration starting at just $20 and guaranteed tech-style t-shirts for those who sign up before February 28, 2025, this event is an incredible opportunity to challenge yourself while supporting a vital cause. Awards will be given to the top finishers across various age groups for both the 5K run and walk, ensuring recognition of all participants’ efforts. Join us for a memorable day filled with community spirit, fitness, and fun! Whether you are participating in person or virtually, mark your calendars and get ready to make a difference!
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)
SHIRTS:
Register soon to secure a shirt!
Tech style t-shirts this year. Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 2/28/25.
Shirts available as supplies last after that date.
AWARDS:
Overall Awards: They will be given to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), Masters (40+), and Grandmasters (50+) in the 5k Run, and 5k Walk.
Age Groups Awards: 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+
5k Walk age groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
VIRTUAL EVENT INFO:
FYI:
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:
TBD
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)
SHIRTS:
Register soon to secure a shirt!
Tech style t-shirts this year. Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 2/28/25.
Shirts available as supplies last after that date.
AWARDS:
Overall Awards: They will be given to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), Masters (40+), and Grandmasters (50+) in the 5k Run, and 5k Walk.
Age Groups Awards: 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+
5k Walk age groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
VIRTUAL EVENT INFO:
FYI:
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:
TBD
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
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th April 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS SOONTech style t-shirts this year. Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 2/28/25 Shirts available as supplies last after that date. -
5K Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th April 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS SOONPlease 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 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS SOONHalf Mile Run -
Virtual 5K Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
$16.90
OPENS SOON
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