Golden Grizzlies 5k/10k Run
- Date Sun 22nd September 2024
- Time 9:30AM EST
- Location Rochester, Michigan
- Price Free - $54.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fitness and fun at the Golden Grizzlies 5k/10k Run on Sunday, September 22, 2024, in the picturesque setting of Rochester, Oakland! This exciting event is perfect for participants of all ages and abilities, featuring a scenic loop through Oakland University's beautiful campus, culminating in a celebratory lap on the Elaine Leigh track facility. Choose between the 5k run/walk or the more challenging 10k run, both designed to inspire and motivate.
Starting at 9:10 am with a special Kids Run/Walk for ages 10 and under, followed by the 5k and 10k races at 9:30 am, there’s something for everyone. All finishers will receive a stylish race t-shirt and a medal, with additional awards for top male, female, and masters finishers. Kids participants will earn a ribbon for their efforts! Don’t forget to stick around after the race to enjoy post-run festivities that include sponsor tents, live music, and delicious coffee from a local truck and Biggby. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, fitness, and fun while supporting the Oakland University Cross Country and Track and Field programs!
Starting at 9:10 am with a special Kids Run/Walk for ages 10 and under, followed by the 5k and 10k races at 9:30 am, there’s something for everyone. All finishers will receive a stylish race t-shirt and a medal, with additional awards for top male, female, and masters finishers. Kids participants will earn a ribbon for their efforts! Don’t forget to stick around after the race to enjoy post-run festivities that include sponsor tents, live music, and delicious coffee from a local truck and Biggby. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, fitness, and fun while supporting the Oakland University Cross Country and Track and Field programs!
Organiser's Description
The Golden Grizzlies 5k/10k Run is an event for all ages and abilities! Join us as we run a scenic loop through Oakland University's campus and finish with a lap on the Elaine Leigh track facility! We will be holding a 5k run/walk and a 10k run with medals and t-shirts for all participants. Proceeds from the race will go to benefit the Oakland University Cross Country and Track and Field programs.
STARTING TIMES:
9:10 am - Kids Run/Walk (meant for ages 10 and under)
9:30 am - 5K run/walk and 10K Run
PACKET PICKUP: PACKET PICKUP ON RACE MORNING ONLY. Packet pickup open from 7:30-9:00 at race site.
AWARDS: Each finisher of the 5k and 10k will receive a race t-shirt and a medal. Overall male and female finishers and masters winners will receive awards. Kids run participants will receive a ribbon for finishing one lap of the OU track! Kids race will start and finish inside the OU track facility.
POST RUN FESTIVITIES:
Please stick around after your run or walk and visit our sponsor tents and enjoy some music. We will also have a coffee truck and Biggby on site for that extra energy boost!
STARTING TIMES:
9:10 am - Kids Run/Walk (meant for ages 10 and under)
9:30 am - 5K run/walk and 10K Run
PACKET PICKUP: PACKET PICKUP ON RACE MORNING ONLY. Packet pickup open from 7:30-9:00 at race site.
AWARDS: Each finisher of the 5k and 10k will receive a race t-shirt and a medal. Overall male and female finishers and masters winners will receive awards. Kids run participants will receive a ribbon for finishing one lap of the OU track! Kids race will start and finish inside the OU track facility.
POST RUN FESTIVITIES:
Please stick around after your run or walk and visit our sponsor tents and enjoy some music. We will also have a coffee truck and Biggby on site for that extra energy boost!
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $4.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 22nd September 2024 (9:30AM EDT)
$54.50
CLOSED -
10k Run
Incl. $4.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 22nd September 2024 (9:30AM EDT)
$54.50
CLOSED -
Kids Run! (Meant for Ages 10 and Under)
Sun 22nd September 2024 (9:10AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDWe are introducing the kids run to the Golden Grizzlies 5k/10k weekend! A 400m run/walk around the Elaine Leigh Track! All participants get finisher ribbons and it is free of charge!
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