Carpe Diem 5k/10k - Cancelled

Saturday, April 29, 2023 Past event
9:45 AM EDT
Lansing, Michigan
Free–$54.63 · 3 races
5km, 10km

Event summary

Join us for the inaugural Carpe Diem 5K and 10K race on Saturday, April 29, 2023, in the beautiful Maguire Park, Lansing, Ingham! This exciting event promises an unforgettable experience as runners traverse the scenic River Trail, heading into the picturesque Hawk Island. The flat terrain makes it perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. The 10K race kicks off at 9:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 9:15 AM, and a fun mile run begins at 8:30 AM, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Participants will receive a medal and a stylish short sleeve race shirt, with awards for the overall male and female winners as well as masters categories. Enjoy refreshments and water stations along the route, and be part of a community-focused event that raises funds for scholarships aiding local teens in attending church camp and mission trips. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this uplifting and rewarding experience while supporting the youth in our community!

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  • Acquire The Dream 5k

    Incl. $4.63 Fee & T-Shirt

    5k Certified Course

    9:45 AM EDT

    $54.63

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  • Acquire the Dream 10k

    Incl. $4.63 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:30 AM EDT

    $54.63

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  • Acquire The Dream Fun Mile Run

    9:00 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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