Cherry Pickin 5k WAVE RACE
- Date Sat 31st May 2025
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Leona Valley, California
- Price $20.00 - $45.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the Cherry Pickin 5K Wave Race, taking place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Leona Valley Elementary in Palmdale, Los Angeles! This unique 5K event features a handicapped race format based on Age-Graded tables, giving runners of all ages and genders a fair chance to compete for victory. The race promises an exciting up-and-down course, with a challenging uphill first half followed by a thrilling downhill return. Custom medals will be awarded to the top 150 finishers, celebrating their outstanding achievements regardless of age divisions.
For those looking for a more relaxed experience, the Cherry Pickin event also offers a Family Fun Run Wave starting at 8:00 am. This is a perfect opportunity to join in the festivities without the pressure of timing or placement. All participants will receive a t-shirt while supplies last, making this an unforgettable day for everyone involved. Plus, your participation supports a great cause—the West Antelope Valley Education Foundation, which funds essential extracurricular activities for students in the Westside Union School District. Don’t miss out on this fantastic community event!
For those looking for a more relaxed experience, the Cherry Pickin event also offers a Family Fun Run Wave starting at 8:00 am. This is a perfect opportunity to join in the festivities without the pressure of timing or placement. All participants will receive a t-shirt while supplies last, making this an unforgettable day for everyone involved. Plus, your participation supports a great cause—the West Antelope Valley Education Foundation, which funds essential extracurricular activities for students in the Westside Union School District. Don’t miss out on this fantastic community event!
Organiser's Description
CHERRY PICKIN 5K WAVE RACE
AT LEONA VALLEY ELEMENTARY
SATURDAY, MAY 31, 2025
The 5K WAVE RACE! This is a handicapped race based on Age-Graded tables.
If you are a good runner for your age or gender, you could WIN this race! Your start time will depend on your age and gender per the table found in the link below.
Custom medals will be given to the top 150 overall finishers not based on age divisions. There are no age group divisions since the start of the race is handicapped by age and gender.
Up and Down 5k Course - Uphill first half, super fun downhill coming back!
All entries get a t-shirt while supplies last.
NEW: There will also be a "Family Fun Run Wave." If you would like to just come out and run, jog or walk and not worry about time or placing you may opt for the Family Fun Run Wave, starting at 8:00 am. You will not be timed and you will not earn a finish placing.
This event is a fundraiser for the West Antelope Valley Education Foundation - WAVE [https://www.westside.k12.ca.us/district-info/wave]. They provide funding for extracurricular opportunities such as field trips, clubs, sports, etc for the students of the Westside Union School District.
CLICK HERE FOR RACE FLYER WITH FURTHER DETAILS!
INCLUDING THE STARTING WAVE TABLE!
AT LEONA VALLEY ELEMENTARY
SATURDAY, MAY 31, 2025
The 5K WAVE RACE! This is a handicapped race based on Age-Graded tables.
If you are a good runner for your age or gender, you could WIN this race! Your start time will depend on your age and gender per the table found in the link below.
Custom medals will be given to the top 150 overall finishers not based on age divisions. There are no age group divisions since the start of the race is handicapped by age and gender.
Up and Down 5k Course - Uphill first half, super fun downhill coming back!
All entries get a t-shirt while supplies last.
NEW: There will also be a "Family Fun Run Wave." If you would like to just come out and run, jog or walk and not worry about time or placing you may opt for the Family Fun Run Wave, starting at 8:00 am. You will not be timed and you will not earn a finish placing.
This event is a fundraiser for the West Antelope Valley Education Foundation - WAVE [https://www.westside.k12.ca.us/district-info/wave]. They provide funding for extracurricular opportunities such as field trips, clubs, sports, etc for the students of the Westside Union School District.
CLICK HERE FOR RACE FLYER WITH FURTHER DETAILS!
INCLUDING THE STARTING WAVE TABLE!
Races
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5K WAVE RACE - Adult Registration
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$35.00
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5K WAVE RACE - Youth Registration
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$20.00
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5K WAVE RACE - HDR MEMBERS Registration
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$30.00
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5K FAMILY FUN WAVE Non Timed - Adult Registration
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$45.00
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5K FAMILY FUN WAVE Non Timed - Youth/Child Registration
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:00AM PDT)
$25.00
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