Don Carmelo's Margarita 5k
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Past event
6:30 PM EDT
Norwalk, Connecticut
$54.00 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day at the Don Carmelo's Margarita 5K on Thursday, August 15, 2024, in beautiful Norwalk, Western Connecticut! This exciting event invites runners of all levels to enjoy a scenic 3.1-mile course that winds through the charming neighborhoods of East Norwalk, starting at Roger Ludlow Park, passing by Taylor Farm Park, and finishing at Calf Pasture Beach. The race, founded by friends who wanted to celebrate the vibrant community and love for margaritas, promises a festive atmosphere complete with lively ranchera music and a legendary margarita waiting for you at the finish line. Not only will you have an unforgettable time, but your participation also contributes to a worthy cause, as all net proceeds benefit the Kevin M. Eidt Memorial Scholarship Fund, supporting deserving students in Norwalk pursuing higher education. Join us for a day of running, community spirit, and celebration!
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Entries closed6:30 PM EDT
$54.00
Organiser's description
THE DON CARMELO'S MARGARITA RUN IS A 5K THROUGH CHARMING EAST NORWALK. THE RACE WAS FOUNDED BY A GROUP OF FRIENDS WHO WANTED TO CREATE A FUN AND FESTIVE RUNNING EVENT THAT CELEBRATES THE BEST OF EAST NORWALK. IT'S BEAUTIFUL SCENERY, VIBRANT COMMUNITY, AND LOVE OF MARGARITAS.
THE USATF CERTIFIED 3.1 MILE COURSE IS A CHALLENGING, BUT SCENIC ROUTE THAT STARTS AT ROGER LUDLOW PARK, WINDS THROUGH THE NEIGHBORHOODS OF EAST NORWALK, AROUND TAYLOR FARM PARK, TO CALF PASTURE BEACH AND BACK. RACERS WILL BE GREETED AT THE FINISH LINE WITH RACHERA MUSIC AND A LEGENDARY MARGARITA FROM DON CARMELO'S.
ALL NET PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO THE KEVIN M. EIDT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND, A 501(C)(3) CHARITY. YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THE 5K WILL HELP CREATE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR A DESERVING NORWALK HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT WHO MAY NOT HAVE HAD THE CHANCE TO ATTEND COLLEGE WITHOUT OUTSIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT.
THE USATF CERTIFIED 3.1 MILE COURSE IS A CHALLENGING, BUT SCENIC ROUTE THAT STARTS AT ROGER LUDLOW PARK, WINDS THROUGH THE NEIGHBORHOODS OF EAST NORWALK, AROUND TAYLOR FARM PARK, TO CALF PASTURE BEACH AND BACK. RACERS WILL BE GREETED AT THE FINISH LINE WITH RACHERA MUSIC AND A LEGENDARY MARGARITA FROM DON CARMELO'S.
ALL NET PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO THE KEVIN M. EIDT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND, A 501(C)(3) CHARITY. YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THE 5K WILL HELP CREATE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR A DESERVING NORWALK HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT WHO MAY NOT HAVE HAD THE CHANCE TO ATTEND COLLEGE WITHOUT OUTSIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT.
Location
7 Winfield Street, Norwalk, 06855, CT, United States
Don Carmelo's Margarita 5k
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