Cairo Cornstalk Festival Fun Run

Saturday, June 10, 2023 Past event

8:30 AM CDT

Cairo, Nebraska

$27.50 · 3 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant Cairo Cornstalk Festival Fun Run on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at the picturesque Cairo Pool Park in Cairo, Nebraska! This exciting event features a 5K and a 1-mile run, making it perfect for participants of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a fun walk with family and friends, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun!

The 5K race will have age group awards for competitors ranging from 0 to 60+, while the 1-mile run will recognize under-18 participants. Registration opens at 7:00 AM, with the race kicking off at 7:30 AM. Proceeds from this spirited event will benefit the Community Food Pantry, which serves the communities of Boelus, Cairo, and Dannebrog, making your participation a rewarding experience for both you and those in need. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this uplifting community event!

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Jun 8, 2024

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Races

5k Run

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

All Participants receive a T-shirt. Top 2 in each of 7 age groups will receive a medal. Deadline to guarantee a shirt is June 3.

8:30 AM CDT

$27.50

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One Mile Kids Run

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

All Participants receive a T-shirt. Top 3 in two age groups will receive a medal. Deadline to guarantee a shirt is June 3.

8:30 AM CDT

$27.50

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One Mile Walk

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

All Participants receive a T-shirt. No awards for this event. Deadline to guarantee a shirt is June 3.

8:30 AM CDT

$27.50

Entries closed

Organiser's description

This fun 5K and 1 mile run is open to all ages! We will have age group awards for the 5k from 0-60+, as well as age group awards for under 18 in the one mile. All runners and walkers welcome! Proceeds will go to support the Community Food Pantry https://www.facebook.com/Community-Food-Pantry-113003960891664, which serves Boelus, Cairo, and Dannebrog.

Packet pick-up and registration, as well as the start and finish, will be at the Cairo Pool Park, 311 W Syria St, Cairo, NE 68824. Registration is at 7:00 and the race starts at 7:30.

Course Map https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2511921088

FOR REGISTRATIONS AFTER MAY 24 WE WILL PLACE A SHIRT ORDER AFTER THE RACE. WE WILL HAVE SOME SHIRTS ON HAND ON RACE DAY, BUT THE SIZE SELECTION WILL BE LIMITED. PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT OUR T-SHIRT PRINTER NEEDS TO HAVE THE SHIRTS IN STOCK AND HAVE TIME TO PRINT THEM.

REGISTRATIONS ONLINE ARE ACCEPTED UNTIL MIDNIGHT JUNE 7 AND WE WILL TAKE DAY-OF REGISTRATIONS AT THE STARTING AREA. RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL BE $30 WITH A SHIRT (TO BE ORDERED), OR $20 WITH NO SHIRT. CONTACT PEG COOVER WITH QUESTIONS ([email protected]) _IF REGISTERING AFTER 4:00 PM MAY 24, WE WILL HAVE TO ORDER SHIRTS AND GET THEM TO YOU LATER, IF WE DON'T HAVE THE SIZE YOU PREFER ON HAND RACE DAY. PLEASE CONTACT PEG COOVER IF A SHIRT IS DESIRED AFTER THAT DATE. _

If you prefer, use bit.ly/cairo2024 https://bit.ly/cairo2024 to download a printable form to mail in. Must be received by May 24 to guarantee your size shirt.

Contact Peg Coover 308.379.0046 or [email protected] with questions

2024 RESULTS https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EhhQ4Fu6tHS3uWfuTcfNig-s1AJTa2hpnhYbZZN4fj0/edit?usp=sharing