Beat Beethoven 5K
- Date Sat 25th April 2026
- Time 9:30AM CDT
- Location Lawrence, Kansas
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Beat Beethoven 5K on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Lawrence, Douglas! This unique event challenges participants to complete a 5K race before the Lawrence Community Orchestra's string quartet finishes performing a 30-minute piece by the legendary composer, Beethoven. Whether you’re a runner or a walker, this event is perfect for all ages and skill levels, allowing everyone to celebrate music and health together.
Starting and finishing in the Southwind Regal movie theatre parking lot, the route will take you along a beautiful segment of the Lawrence Loop. Don’t miss your chance to receive a commemorative race day shirt when you register by April 1. Plus, the top three finishers will be awarded tickets to an LCO concert! Be sure to pick up your race packet on Friday, April 24, or on race day starting at 8:45 AM. Bring a chair, enjoy the music, and experience the thrill of Beat Beethoven 5K!
Starting and finishing in the Southwind Regal movie theatre parking lot, the route will take you along a beautiful segment of the Lawrence Loop. Don’t miss your chance to receive a commemorative race day shirt when you register by April 1. Plus, the top three finishers will be awarded tickets to an LCO concert! Be sure to pick up your race packet on Friday, April 24, or on race day starting at 8:45 AM. Bring a chair, enjoy the music, and experience the thrill of Beat Beethoven 5K!
Organiser's Description
Can you complete a 5K before the Lawrence Community Orchestra string quartet finishes playing a 30-minute Beethoven piece? Find out at this fun event supporting the orchestra and celebrating music and healthiness.
Runners and walkers of all ages will start and finish in the Southwind Regal movie theatre parking lot. The route will cover a segment of the Lawrence Loop. Registration by April 1 includes a commemorative race day shirt. Awards--tickets to a LCO concert--will be given to the top three finishers.
Packet pickup will be held on Friday, April 24 from 1-6 PM at Fleet Feet, 839 Massachusetts in Lawrence, and on Saturday at the event beginning at 8:45 AM.
Everyone is invited to bring a chair and listen to the music.
Runners and walkers of all ages will start and finish in the Southwind Regal movie theatre parking lot. The route will cover a segment of the Lawrence Loop. Registration by April 1 includes a commemorative race day shirt. Awards--tickets to a LCO concert--will be given to the top three finishers.
Packet pickup will be held on Friday, April 24 from 1-6 PM at Fleet Feet, 839 Massachusetts in Lawrence, and on Saturday at the event beginning at 8:45 AM.
Everyone is invited to bring a chair and listen to the music.
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