Carpe Diem 5k/10k - Cancelled

Saturday, May 4, 2024 Past event
9:15 AM EDT
Lansing, Michigan
Free–$49.31 · 3 races
5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the inaugural Carpe Diem 5K/10K Race on Saturday, May 4, 2024, in beautiful Lansing, Ingham! This vibrant event will take place at Maguire Park, where participants will enjoy a scenic run along the picturesque River Trail, heading north into Hawk Island. Whether you choose the competitive 10K starting at 9:00 AM or the engaging 5K that kicks off shortly after at 9:15 AM, both routes promise a flat and enjoyable experience for runners of all levels. Plus, a fun run for all ages will begin at 8:30 AM!

Everyone who registers will receive a medal and a stylish short sleeve race shirt, while awards will be presented to the overall male and female winners, including masters categories. With convenient packet pickup available on May 3 and race day morning, it's easy to join in the excitement. Best of all, your participation supports scholarships for local teens to attend church camp and mission trips overseas, making a positive impact on the community. Sign up today and be part of a fantastic day dedicated to honoring our young people and investing in their future!

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Races

  • Carpe Diem 5k

    Incl. $4.31 Fee & T-Shirt

    5k Certified Course

    9:15 AM EDT

    $49.31

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  • Carpe Diem 10k

    Incl. $4.31 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:00 AM EDT

    $49.31

    Entries closed
  • Carpe Diem Fun Mile Run

    8:30 AM EDT

    Free

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Organiser's description

WE ARE EXCITED FOR THE FIRST ANNUAL CARPE DIEM 5K/ 10K RACE. The Carpe Diem Race will be held at Maguire Park in Lansing on Saturday, May 4, 2023. Each Race travels North down the River Trail, Into Hawk Island. The entirety of the race is on the River trail, and is flat and picturesque. We will have a couple water stations, and refreshments afterwards. Each participant receives a medal, and a short sleeve race shirt. There are AWARDS for overall Male and Female winners and overall male and female Masters.

SCHEDULE: 10k will start at 9:00, followed by the 5k at 9:15. Mile fun run will start at 8:30 am.

ENTRY FEE: $45 until Sunday, April 28, t-shirt guaranteed. $50 April 29 to Friday, May 3 (limited shirts). $50 race day (no shirt)

RESULTS will be live and available at the race and also afterwards on this website.

PACKET PICKUP will be held on both Friday, May 3, Noon to 4:30 PM at Journey life Church- 2289 Cedar st, Holt, MI 48842 (behind Huntington National Bank) and on race day morning starting at 7:45 am.

PROCEEDS for the Race are to provide scholarships for the Teens of Journey Life, and Building 21, to attend Church Camp and Ambassador in Missions Trips overseas. One of our greatest resources we have are our Young People. They are the future. This race is presented to honor these young people, and make an investment for their future. Thank you for joining with us!

This race is professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.

Location

4900 N Aurelius Rd, Lansing, 48910, MI, United States

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