Dayton BPN Solar Eclipse 5k

Monday, April 8, 2024 Past event
5:00 AM EDT
Dayton, Ohio
$43.40 · 1 race
5km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Dayton BPN Solar Eclipse 5K on April 8, 2024! This unique event, taking place in Dayton, Montgomery, coincides with a spectacular total solar eclipse that will be directly overhead at 3:08 PM. As the skies darken for an astounding 2 minutes and 42 seconds, runners can participate in this virtual 5K at their own pace, whether before, during, or after the eclipse.

With an expected influx of 375,000 to 500,000 visitors, this event promises fitness and fun for all! Participants will receive an exciting race package including a custom race bib, solar eclipse glasses, a race shirt, a medal, and a finisher certificate. The first 100 registrants will also snag a commemorative pint glass! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime event that will truly "eclipse" all others. Whether you're an avid runner or just looking for a unique way to celebrate this extraordinary day, the Dayton BPN Solar Eclipse 5K is the place to be!

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  • Dayton BPN Solar Eclipse 5k (Virtu_Real)

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    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    $43.40

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Organiser's description

FITNESS AND FUN !!! WHERE WILL YOU BE WHEN THE SKY GOES DARK?

Come join us for a once-in-a-lifetime unique experience on April 8, 2024 in Dayton, OH. The last Total Solar Eclipse in Toledo was in 1806. The next Total Solar Eclipse in Dayton will be for another 45 years.

The highly-anticipated Solar Eclipse will be directly overhead at 3:08 pm and will last for an astounding 2 minutes and 42 seconds. With between 375,000-500,000 visitors expected to flock to the City of Dayton for this unique event, we are thrilled to offer the Dayton BPN Solar Eclipse 5K.

THE DAYTON BPN SOLAR ECLIPSE 5K, WILL NEED TO BE DONE VIRTUALLY, ON APRIL 8TH. THIS CAN BE COMPLETED BEFORE, DURING, OR AFTER THE SOLAR ECLIPSE. TO COMMEMORATE THIS DAY, ALL RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE.

* CUSTOM RACE BIB
* RACE SOLAR ECLIPSE GLASSES
* RACE SHIRT
* RACE MEDAL
* CUSTOM FINISHER CERTIFICATEE

*** THE FIRST 100 REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE THE CUSTOM SOLAR ECLIPSE MOOD SHADOW COMMEMORATIVE PINT GLASS FOR FREE. THERE WILL ALSO BE A RAFFLE FOR ADDITIONAL PRIZES.

Please note that although this event falls on a Monday, many schools and businesses will be closed, making it feel like a Sunday. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to join us for a running event that will "eclipse" all other running events.

LOCAL PACKET PICK UP LOCATION (SHIRT ,MEDAL, GLASSES, AND ETC.) : TO BE DETERMINED

Location

1200 Brown St #120, Dayton, 45409, OH, United States

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