Cougar Literacy Run
- Date Sat 3rd May 2025
- Time 7:59AM EDT
- Location Manassas Park, Virginia
- Price $6.30 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the Cougar Literacy Run on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, in Manassas Park, Virginia! This vibrant community event features a thrilling 5K race and a special kids' fun run exclusively for Manassas Park students, all aimed at promoting literacy and wellness among our youth. The day promises a fantastic atmosphere with family-friendly activities and a Community Expo, making it a perfect outing for everyone.
In the lead-up to race day, students from PreK to 5th grade are encouraged to participate in a reading challenge, with those who complete it receiving a free t-shirt and bookmark! Proceeds from the event will be used to purchase valuable print and digital resources that enhance literacy as well as integrate mathematics, science, and social studies learning at our K-5 campuses. Can't make it to the event in person? No worries! A virtual 5K option is available, allowing everyone to get involved. Remember, this is a rain or shine event, and in case of inclement weather, activities will be moved indoors at Cougar Elementary School. Day-of registration for the 5K will be open from 7:15 AM to 7:45 AM. Don’t miss out on this
In the lead-up to race day, students from PreK to 5th grade are encouraged to participate in a reading challenge, with those who complete it receiving a free t-shirt and bookmark! Proceeds from the event will be used to purchase valuable print and digital resources that enhance literacy as well as integrate mathematics, science, and social studies learning at our K-5 campuses. Can't make it to the event in person? No worries! A virtual 5K option is available, allowing everyone to get involved. Remember, this is a rain or shine event, and in case of inclement weather, activities will be moved indoors at Cougar Elementary School. Day-of registration for the 5K will be open from 7:15 AM to 7:45 AM. Don’t miss out on this
Organiser's Description
You're invited to be a part of the BIGGEST community event in Manassas Park!
The Cougar Literacy Run is a community 5k and kids' fun run (for Manassas Park students) to promote literacy and wellness for our students. The day of the event includes family friendly activities and a Community Expo. Prior to race day, students at our PreK-5 buildings take part in a reading challenge. Once achieved, students receive a free t-shirt and bookmark. Proceeds from the event go to purchasing print and digital resources and experiences to enhance literacy and integrate mathematics, science, and social studies learning at our K-5 campuses.
Can't make it in person? That's okay! We are still offering a virtual 5k option!
**THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. IN THE EVENT OF RAIN, ALL REGISTRATION, SALES, AND ACTIVITIES WILL BE MOVED INDOORS AT COUGAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. THERE IS STILL DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR THE 5K FROM 7:15AM-7:45AM.
The Cougar Literacy Run is a community 5k and kids' fun run (for Manassas Park students) to promote literacy and wellness for our students. The day of the event includes family friendly activities and a Community Expo. Prior to race day, students at our PreK-5 buildings take part in a reading challenge. Once achieved, students receive a free t-shirt and bookmark. Proceeds from the event go to purchasing print and digital resources and experiences to enhance literacy and integrate mathematics, science, and social studies learning at our K-5 campuses.
Can't make it in person? That's okay! We are still offering a virtual 5k option!
**THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. IN THE EVENT OF RAIN, ALL REGISTRATION, SALES, AND ACTIVITIES WILL BE MOVED INDOORS AT COUGAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. THERE IS STILL DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR THE 5K FROM 7:15AM-7:45AM.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd May 2025 (7:59AM EDT)
$32.80
Register online until April 30th or on race day, May 3rd. Race day check-in and day of registration will be from 7:00-7:45am. All pre-registered participants that attend race day will receive a race t-shirt. T-shirts will be first come, first served on race day. -
Virtual 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $1.30 Fee
$6.30
For those that are unable to join us in person, you can still participate on your own! Simply complete your 5k on May 3rd, choosing your own course and time to complete it! T-shirts will be available for an additional cost.
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