Great Scrap Run
Saturday, July 15, 2023
Past event
8:30 AM EDT
Lansing, Michigan
Free–$38.69 · 2 races
5 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the Great Scrap Run on Saturday, July 15, 2023, in the vibrant Old Town Lansing, Michigan! This exciting event features a 5K race, adapted due to recent flooding, ensuring a fun and safe experience for all participants. Kicking off with the Kids Half Mile Fun Run at 8:30 AM ET, followed by the 8K Run/Walk at 9:00 AM ET, this race promises a lively atmosphere along the scenic Lansing River Trail, known for its shaded paths.
After the race, stick around for the 2024 ScrapFest, a fantastic art festival where you can admire stunning scrap metal sculptures, engage with eco-art booth artists, and enjoy family-friendly activities, live music, and delicious food options. With easy access to free parking at Cesar E. Chavez Plaza, this event is perfect for runners of all ages and skill levels. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore art, community, and the thrill of competition!
After the race, stick around for the 2024 ScrapFest, a fantastic art festival where you can admire stunning scrap metal sculptures, engage with eco-art booth artists, and enjoy family-friendly activities, live music, and delicious food options. With easy access to free parking at Cesar E. Chavez Plaza, this event is perfect for runners of all ages and skill levels. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore art, community, and the thrill of competition!
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8k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.69 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:30 AM EDT
$38.69
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Kids Fun Run
A free event with medals for all finishers.
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
Free
Organiser's description
RACE ROUTE CHANGE - DUE TO FLOODING ON THE COURSE/RIVER TRAIL, THE COURSE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A 5K. PLEASE REFER TO THE EMAIL SENT TO ALL PARTICIPANTS WITH FURTHER INFORMATION.
Come to the 2024 SCRAPFEST https://scrapfest.com art festival, compete in an 8k run/walk and then stick around and check out the scrap metal sculpture competition, eco-art booth artists, family activities, live music, and food.
LOCATION: Old Town Lansing, Michigan, on the Lansing River Trail, the entrance being in the Cesar E. Chavez Plaza parking area located on the corner of Cesar E. Chavez Ave and Turner Rd.
START TIME: 8:30AM ET - KIDS HALF MILE FUN RUN, 9:00AM ET - 8K RUN/WALK (Note: The Lansing River Trail is a largely shaded area.)
ENTRY FEE: 8k Run/Walk - $30 until June 30th (shirt guaranteed), $35 from July 1st to July 12th (shirts available as supplies last). Kids Half Mile Fun Run - FREE
BE SURE TO PREREGISTER. THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
PACKET PICK UP: Friday, July 12th from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Sir Pizza Old Town (201 E C'esar E. Ch'avez Ave, Lansing, MI 48906)
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP: Saturday, July 13th 7:30am ET at the race location
RESULTS: Your accurate chip time and current overall and age group place will be texted to your phone and live on this site.
AGE GROUP AWARDS: Medals to top 3 in age groups: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-80, 80+
OVERALL AWARDS: Made of scrap metal from Friedland Industries https://www.friedlandindustries.com' scrap processing facility by artist's partaking in ScrapFest https://scrapfest.com. To Male and Female Overall and Masters (Over 40)
Awards will be available race day at the awards table.
COURSE: Accurate and fast 8k on the Lansing River Trail.
WATER STATIONS: There will be a water station near mile markers 2 & 3, so runners will pass it twice.
PARKING: Plenty of free parking at Cesar E. Chavez Plaza (corner of Turner St & Cesar E Chavez) and Friedland Industries
The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION. Results will be live during the race and available on this website.
Come to the 2024 SCRAPFEST https://scrapfest.com art festival, compete in an 8k run/walk and then stick around and check out the scrap metal sculpture competition, eco-art booth artists, family activities, live music, and food.
LOCATION: Old Town Lansing, Michigan, on the Lansing River Trail, the entrance being in the Cesar E. Chavez Plaza parking area located on the corner of Cesar E. Chavez Ave and Turner Rd.
START TIME: 8:30AM ET - KIDS HALF MILE FUN RUN, 9:00AM ET - 8K RUN/WALK (Note: The Lansing River Trail is a largely shaded area.)
ENTRY FEE: 8k Run/Walk - $30 until June 30th (shirt guaranteed), $35 from July 1st to July 12th (shirts available as supplies last). Kids Half Mile Fun Run - FREE
BE SURE TO PREREGISTER. THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
PACKET PICK UP: Friday, July 12th from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Sir Pizza Old Town (201 E C'esar E. Ch'avez Ave, Lansing, MI 48906)
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP: Saturday, July 13th 7:30am ET at the race location
RESULTS: Your accurate chip time and current overall and age group place will be texted to your phone and live on this site.
AGE GROUP AWARDS: Medals to top 3 in age groups: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-80, 80+
OVERALL AWARDS: Made of scrap metal from Friedland Industries https://www.friedlandindustries.com' scrap processing facility by artist's partaking in ScrapFest https://scrapfest.com. To Male and Female Overall and Masters (Over 40)
Awards will be available race day at the awards table.
COURSE: Accurate and fast 8k on the Lansing River Trail.
WATER STATIONS: There will be a water station near mile markers 2 & 3, so runners will pass it twice.
PARKING: Plenty of free parking at Cesar E. Chavez Plaza (corner of Turner St & Cesar E Chavez) and Friedland Industries
The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION. Results will be live during the race and available on this website.
Location
Old Town Lansing - TBD, Lansing, 48906, MI, United States
Great Scrap Run
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