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
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit at the Cougar Literacy Run on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in beautiful Manassas Park! This annual event highlights the importance of literacy and wellness for local students, featuring a vibrant 5K run and a fun run for kids from Manassas Park. Participants can take part in the day’s festivities, which include family-friendly activities and a Community Expo, all designed to celebrate learning and healthy living.
Before race day, students in PreK-5 schools engage in a thrilling reading challenge, and upon completion, they earn a free t-shirt and bookmark. Proceeds from the event directly support the enhancement of literacy programs and resources for K-5 students, fostering a love for reading and learning. Whether you join us in person or opt for the virtual 5K option, don't miss this opportunity to be part of the biggest community event in Manassas Park! Remember, this is a rain or shine event, with indoor activities ready to go at Cougar Elementary School if needed. Lace up your sneakers and come run for a cause!
Before race day, students in PreK-5 schools engage in a thrilling reading challenge, and upon completion, they earn a free t-shirt and bookmark. Proceeds from the event directly support the enhancement of literacy programs and resources for K-5 students, fostering a love for reading and learning. Whether you join us in person or opt for the virtual 5K option, don't miss this opportunity to be part of the biggest community event in Manassas Park! Remember, this is a rain or shine event, with indoor activities ready to go at Cougar Elementary School if needed. Lace up your sneakers and come run for a cause!
Organiser's Description
ONLINE REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED. WE STILL OFFER DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR OUR 5K FROM 7:15AM-7:45AM.
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.
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.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd May 2025 (7:59AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSEDRegister 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
CLOSEDFor 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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