Grateful Gallop 5k presented by GCAFCU
- Date Thu 28th November 2024 - Sat 30th November 2024
- Location Grove City, Pennsylvania
- Price $36.55
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for the 9th Annual Grateful Gallop 5k, taking place from November 28th to November 30th, 2024, in the charming town of Grove City, Mercer County, Pennsylvania. This exciting event kicks off on Small Business Saturday at 9:00 AM, starting on Greenwood Drive and winding along the scenic Hunter Farm bike path. Not only is this race a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself with a flat and fast 5k course, but it also supports a great cause—the Grove City Community Food Pantry. Participants are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items and toiletries to donate, making this a truly community-focused event.
With an awards ceremony set for 10:00 AM on race day, top finishers in various categories will be recognized, including the top 5 overall male and female runners and the top 3 in age divisions ranging from 12 & Under to 70 & Over. The event will be chip-timed by Wolf Creek Race Management, ensuring accurate results and live online splits at each mile. Don't miss out on this uplifting event that combines fitness, community spirit, and the joy of giving back!
With an awards ceremony set for 10:00 AM on race day, top finishers in various categories will be recognized, including the top 5 overall male and female runners and the top 3 in age divisions ranging from 12 & Under to 70 & Over. The event will be chip-timed by Wolf Creek Race Management, ensuring accurate results and live online splits at each mile. Don't miss out on this uplifting event that combines fitness, community spirit, and the joy of giving back!
Organiser's Description
GENERAL INFO:
The 9th Annual Grateful Gallop presented by GCAFCU will take place on Small Business Saturday at 9:00 AM in Grove City, PA. The race starts on Greenwood Drive and travels along the Hunter Farm bike path. The Grateful Gallop 5k supports the Grove City Community Food Pantry [http://www.gcfoodpantry.org/index.html]! There will be a donation box to collect non-perishable food and toiletries.
PACKET PICK UP:
Pre-race packet pickup will be at GCAFCU (1600 S. Center St. Ext.):
Tuesday, November 26, Wednesday November 27, & Friday, November 29: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
AWARDS:
There will be an awards ceremony at 10:00 AM on race day. Top 5 Overall Male and Female finishers, plus the top 3 in the following age categories: 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-60, 70 & Over.
COURSE:
Flat & Fast. There will be a water station near the halfway point. Men's course record: Jed Christiansen 15:04.35 (2023). Women's Course Record: Eden Slater 18:20.55 (2023).
TIMING:
This race is being chip timed by Wolf Creek Race Management [https://wolfcreektrackclub.com/] utilizing world-leading MyLaps hardware. Live online splits at the 1 mile & 2 mile!
PARKING:
Parking will be available at the Grove City College Colonial Hall lot where the old Middle School used to be.
The 9th Annual Grateful Gallop presented by GCAFCU will take place on Small Business Saturday at 9:00 AM in Grove City, PA. The race starts on Greenwood Drive and travels along the Hunter Farm bike path. The Grateful Gallop 5k supports the Grove City Community Food Pantry [http://www.gcfoodpantry.org/index.html]! There will be a donation box to collect non-perishable food and toiletries.
PACKET PICK UP:
Pre-race packet pickup will be at GCAFCU (1600 S. Center St. Ext.):
Tuesday, November 26, Wednesday November 27, & Friday, November 29: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
AWARDS:
There will be an awards ceremony at 10:00 AM on race day. Top 5 Overall Male and Female finishers, plus the top 3 in the following age categories: 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-60, 70 & Over.
COURSE:
Flat & Fast. There will be a water station near the halfway point. Men's course record: Jed Christiansen 15:04.35 (2023). Women's Course Record: Eden Slater 18:20.55 (2023).
TIMING:
This race is being chip timed by Wolf Creek Race Management [https://wolfcreektrackclub.com/] utilizing world-leading MyLaps hardware. Live online splits at the 1 mile & 2 mile!
PARKING:
Parking will be available at the Grove City College Colonial Hall lot where the old Middle School used to be.
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