Greater 8 and 5K
- Date Sat 29th June 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Creston, Iowa
- Price $25.00 - $35.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Greater 8 and 5K event in Creston, Iowa, on Saturday, June 29, 2024! This vibrant race takes place just before the 4th of July and promises to be a fantastic day filled with community spirit and healthy competition. Participants can choose between two race distances: the challenging 8-mile run and the fun 5K. Not only is this event a great way to get active, but it also serves as a fundraiser to support the amazing High Lakes Trails, making every step count towards a worthy cause.
With generous cash prizes awarded to the top three finishers in both the 8-mile and 5K races, as well as recognition for age category winners, there's plenty of incentive to bring your best game. The Greater 8 and 5K is made possible thanks to the support of local sponsors and volunteers, creating an uplifting atmosphere that celebrates fitness and community. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a purpose while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Creston!
With generous cash prizes awarded to the top three finishers in both the 8-mile and 5K races, as well as recognition for age category winners, there's plenty of incentive to bring your best game. The Greater 8 and 5K is made possible thanks to the support of local sponsors and volunteers, creating an uplifting atmosphere that celebrates fitness and community. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a purpose while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Creston!
Organiser's Description
This event takes place on the Saturday before the 4th of July in Creston, Iowa. This is a fundraiser and participant registration goes towards a donation for our AMAZING High Lakes Trails! Our title sponsor, Grater Regional Health and the many community sponsors and volunteers are what make this event & fundraiser so successful!
We award cash prizes for the top three finishers (male & female) in each race:
* 8 mile 1st: $300
* 8 mile 2nd: $200
* 8 mile 3rd: $100
* 5K 1st: $75
* 5K 2nd: $50
* 5K 3rd: $35
Age category winners receive recognition and various prizes as well.
We award cash prizes for the top three finishers (male & female) in each race:
* 8 mile 1st: $300
* 8 mile 2nd: $200
* 8 mile 3rd: $100
* 5K 1st: $75
* 5K 2nd: $50
* 5K 3rd: $35
Age category winners receive recognition and various prizes as well.
Races
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Greater 8
Includes T-Shirt
Sat 29th June 2024 (8:30AM EDT)
$35.00
CLOSEDThis race starts at Green Valley State Park and ends at McKinley Park. There is transportation that can take you from McKinley to Green Valley. That bus leaves at 6:50am -
5k
Includes T-Shirt
Sat 29th June 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$25.00
CLOSEDThis race begins and ends at McKinley Park. You are encouraged to park at McKinley ball field or a side street. -
Virtual 8 Mile
$35.00
CLOSEDYou are not guaranteed a shirt, finisher medal or swag bag. Message the race director after the event regarding availability. We cannot ship anything at our expense. -
Virtual 5k
$25.00
CLOSEDYou are not guaranteed a shirt, finisher medal or swag bag. Message the race director after the event regarding availability. We cannot ship anything at our expense.
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