BZ Classic 5K
- Date Sun 29th June 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Ridgway, Pennsylvania
- Price $33.05
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 6th Annual BZ Classic 5K on Sunday, June 29, 2025, in the scenic town of Ridgway, Elk County, Pennsylvania! This exciting race celebrates the legacy of Mr. Ben Zappa, a beloved founding member of the Elk County Striders. Participants will enjoy a picturesque run along the Clarion-Little Toby rail-trail, making it a perfect day for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike.
Pre-registration is just $30 and guarantees a stylish race shirt if completed by June 18th. Awards will be presented to the top three finishers in each male and female age group, adding a competitive spirit to this fun-filled event. Don’t worry if you miss pre-registration; race day registration will be available without any extra fees, although shirts will only be given to those who register beforehand. With wave starts to accommodate runners and convenient disposable timing chips, the BZ Classic 5K promises a smooth and enjoyable experience. Join us in honoring a running legend and make lasting memories on this beautiful course!
Pre-registration is just $30 and guarantees a stylish race shirt if completed by June 18th. Awards will be presented to the top three finishers in each male and female age group, adding a competitive spirit to this fun-filled event. Don’t worry if you miss pre-registration; race day registration will be available without any extra fees, although shirts will only be given to those who register beforehand. With wave starts to accommodate runners and convenient disposable timing chips, the BZ Classic 5K promises a smooth and enjoyable experience. Join us in honoring a running legend and make lasting memories on this beautiful course!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the 6th Annual BZ Classic 5K! This race is sponsored by the Elk County Striders, and is to honor Mr. Ben Zappa who is one of the founding members of the Striders' club back in 1983. This 5k runs along the Clarion-Little Toby rail-trail in historic Ridgway, PA. Each pre-registered entrant will receive a race shirt if pre-registered by June 18th. Awards to 1st, 2nd, & 3rd in each male and female age group. Pre-registration is $30. WE WILL HAVE RACE DAY REGISTRATION!! NO EXTRA FEE FOR RACE DAY REGISTRATION! HOWEVER, NO SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR RACE DAY REGISTRANTS!
Here are a few simple things:
1) Depending on number of participants, runners will be sent out in waves. Timing chips will be disposable, so there is no need to turn them in post-race.
2) Packets will contain bibs, pins, timing chips, and t-shirt.
Come join the fun on a beautiful course, and help us honor a running legend known as "BZ"!
Here are a few simple things:
1) Depending on number of participants, runners will be sent out in waves. Timing chips will be disposable, so there is no need to turn them in post-race.
2) Packets will contain bibs, pins, timing chips, and t-shirt.
Come join the fun on a beautiful course, and help us honor a running legend known as "BZ"!
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