Calumet Park Light the Darkness 5K run
- Date Sat 21st September 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Merrillville, Indiana
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 7th Annual Calumet Park Light the Darkness 5K Run on Saturday, September 21, 2024, in Merrillville, Indiana! This uplifting event takes place at Calumet Park Cemetery, located at 2305 West 73rd Avenue, where participants of all ages come together to promote suicide prevention. Check-in starts at 7:00 a.m., with the race kicking off at 8:00 a.m.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time walker, this 5K offers something for everyone. Pre-registration is just $25, while race day registration is $30. Compete for awards in various categories, including overall male and female, age groups, and special Clydesdale and Athena categories. Plus, enjoy inspiring words from guest speaker Dr. Lisa Gold. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference in your community and shine a light on an important cause! Register now at www.runsignup.com or call 219-769-8803 for more information.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time walker, this 5K offers something for everyone. Pre-registration is just $25, while race day registration is $30. Compete for awards in various categories, including overall male and female, age groups, and special Clydesdale and Athena categories. Plus, enjoy inspiring words from guest speaker Dr. Lisa Gold. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference in your community and shine a light on an important cause! Register now at www.runsignup.com or call 219-769-8803 for more information.
Organiser's Description
CALUMET PARK CEMETERY'S [https://www.mycalumetpark.com]
7th Annual 5K Walk/Run
2305 West 73rd Avenue (corner of 73rd and Taft)
Merrillville, IN. 46410
WALK/RUN FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION
Check in at 7:00 a.m.
Event starting time at 8:00 a.m.
Pre-registration fee - $25
Race Day registration fee - $30
Awards:
Awards will be presented to the top overall male, top overall female, top male 40 and over, top female 40 and over, and the top 3 males and top 3 females in the following age categories: 8 and under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+. Awards will also be presented to the top Clydesdale (Men 210 LBS and over) and top Athena (Women 170 LBS and over) for those participants that choose to participate in this category. Those who choose to participate in the Clydesdale/Athena category are not elIgible for overall and age group awards.
Guest Speaker: Dr. Lisa Gold
Go to www.runsignup.com to register or call 219-769-8803 for info.
7th Annual 5K Walk/Run
2305 West 73rd Avenue (corner of 73rd and Taft)
Merrillville, IN. 46410
WALK/RUN FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION
Check in at 7:00 a.m.
Event starting time at 8:00 a.m.
Pre-registration fee - $25
Race Day registration fee - $30
Awards:
Awards will be presented to the top overall male, top overall female, top male 40 and over, top female 40 and over, and the top 3 males and top 3 females in the following age categories: 8 and under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+. Awards will also be presented to the top Clydesdale (Men 210 LBS and over) and top Athena (Women 170 LBS and over) for those participants that choose to participate in this category. Those who choose to participate in the Clydesdale/Athena category are not elIgible for overall and age group awards.
Guest Speaker: Dr. Lisa Gold
Go to www.runsignup.com to register or call 219-769-8803 for info.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 21st September 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
CLOSEDRace takes place in a beautiful setting that includes hills and lakes. Runners will not have to run on any public roads. Exciting race in an environment that closes all roads to motorized vehicles for participants. Registrations will be accepted the morning of the race for a fee of $30.00. $1.00 discount for Calumet Region Striders. Please register prior to event if possible!
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