AWYS Lace-Up To Buckle-Up 5k Run/Walk!

Saturday, October 14 – Tuesday, October 17, 2023 Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Orlando, Florida
$40.00–$45.00 · 2 races
5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your sneakers for the Lace-Up To Buckle-Up 5K Run/Walk happening on Saturday, October 14, 2023, in the vibrant city of Orlando, Florida! This exciting event is organized by the Always Wear Your Seatbelt Foundation and aims to raise awareness about seatbelt safety while honoring the memories of Laura Grant and Eddie Culberhouse, who tragically lost their lives in a car accident. Participants can choose to walk or run the 3.1-mile course at Cornerstone Charter Academy, located at 5903 Randolph Ave, Belle Isle, FL 32809.

Join in on the fun with both in-person and virtual options available, making it easy for everyone to participate! The event encourages community engagement and promotes safety education, with 100% of net proceeds going towards the foundation’s mission. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out, this event promises to be a fulfilling experience for all ages. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference and share your journey with friends and family using the hashtags #AWYSbuckleup24. Register today to secure your spot and help spread the word about the importance of seatbelt safety!

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  • 5k Run/Walk

    Includes Soft Unisex T-Shirt

    A fun 5k event that will take you through the beautiful streets of Belle Isle!

    Saturday, Oct 14, 2023 (8:00 AM EDT)

    $45.00

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  • 5k Run/Walk - VIRTUAL!

    Virtual

    Includes Soft Unisex T-Shirt

    Join us and support a wonderful cause from a far or from your local favorite hometown running route!

    Saturday, Oct 14, 2023 (8:00 AM EDT)

    $40.00

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Organiser's description

ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SEATBELT FOUNDATION

LACE-UP TO BUCKLE-UP 5K RUN/WALK

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2024 @ 8:00AM
LOCATION: Cornerstone Charter Academy
ADDRESS: 5903 Randolph Ave, Belle Isle, FL 32809

RACE MISSION
The Always Wear Your Seatbelt Foundation invites you to join us in raising seatbelt safety awareness at our upcoming 2024 Lace-Up to Buckle-Up 5K Walk/Run. This is our annual fundraiser, and 100% of the net proceeds go towards furthering our mission. The AWYS mission is to save lives through raising awareness and educating teens to Always Wear Your Seatbelt, if not for yourself, for Laura & Eddie. Our foundation was founded in memory of Laura Grant and Eddie Culberhouse, who lost their lives in a tragic car accident on February 6, 2011. For more information about our story, please visit our website at www.alwayswearyourseatbelt.org http://www.alwayswearyourseatbelt.org

ENTRY FEES*
Adult Entry Fee for In-person or Virtual:
Thru September 25th - $35.00
September 26th - October 18th- $40.00
October 19th - $45.00

YOUTH ENTRY FEE (13 - 19) FOR IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL:
Thru September 30th - $20.00
October 1st - October 19th - $30.00
Race Day $35.00

FREE YOUTH ENTRY FEE (0 - 10) FOR IN-PERSON
_*Does not include shirt _

_*Virtual & In-Person Entry fees for Adults and Youth paid entries will include a unisex super soft blend race t-shirt, a bib number, a and your race packet shipping!_

RACE PACKET PICKUP AND VIRTUAL MAILING INFORMATION AND DEADLINES FOR EVENT

PACKET PICKUP

OCTOBER 18, 2024, 3:30 - 7 PM

VANBARRY'S PUBLIC HOUSE: 4120 S. ORANGE AVE., ORLANDO, FL 32806

If you are joining us virtually, to guarantee that you receive all your race items by race day (t-shirt, bib), you must register by October 1, 2024! If you register after October 1, 2024 we cannot guarantee your race packet will be received before race day.

RACE T-SHIRTS
Race t-shirts are guaranteed for registered participants until online system said sold out.

RACE DAY AWARDS
This race will award the top Overall male and female finisher + the top 3 in each group listed below broken out by gender:
13 & UNDER,14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & OLDER

FAQ's:

IS THE 5K IN-PERSON? Yes! We will be live and in-person, with a virtual option for those who want to participate but can't be with us in Orlando.

WHERE DO I PARK? Parking is free and available at Cornerstone Charter Academy and surrounding businesses. There is also street parking available.

HOW DO I PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY? If you can't be in Orlando for the event, you are invited to select your own starting line, whether it's your neighborhood street, your school track, a treadmill, or another route that suits you.

BE SOCIAL! Remember to share your fun run experience! Tag us @alwayswearyourseatbelt and #AWYSbuckleup24 with your video or photo! Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

How long is the course? The 5K is 3.1 miles.

How will I be timed? Yes! All registered in-person runners will be timed electronically and posted within minutes of crossing the finish line.

How will I get results? The results for in-person will be scored and uploaded to the race website as participants cross the finish line and can be seen under the website tab labeled Results

Who gets a T-shirt? Only pre-registered runners who successfully complete their registration and payment processes _seven weekdays before the race_ are guaranteed a free race t-shirt. Race shirts are shipped in accordance with registration completion. All sizes are not guaranteed for registrations after October 9th 2024

What's included in my race packet? All registered participants will receive the official 2024 race bib and t-shirt.

Can I transfer my entry to someone else? We have a strict NO TRANSFER policy.

Location

Cornerstone Charter Academy, 5903 Randolph Avenue, Belle Isle, 32809, FL, United States

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