Jour De Fete 5k

Saturday, August 10, 2024 Past event
9:15 AM CDT
Ste Genevieve, Missouri
Free–$38.10 · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the 42nd Annual Jour de Fete 5K Race on Saturday, August 10, 2024, in the charming town of Ste. Genevieve! This vibrant event is part of Ste. Genevieve's Summer Celebration, inviting families and friends to join in the festivities. The challenging 5K course, which includes a thrilling ascent up Maxwell Hill around the 2.2-mile mark, promises to test your endurance while offering stunning views of the historic surroundings.

Whether you choose to walk or run, the Jour de Fete 5K is perfect for participants of all ages and skill levels. The race starts at Pere Marquette Park, easily accessible via I-55 to Hwy 32 East. Don't forget to meet under the Big Pavilion near the basketball courts for the kick-off! Celebrate your achievement with award medals for the top three male and female finishers in each age group, and finisher ribbons for the 1 Mile participants. Plus, by participating, you'll be supporting a great cause, as part of the proceeds will benefit the Friends Foundation of the Ste. Genevieve Memorial Hospital. Join us for a day filled with health, community, and creativity

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  • Jour De Fete 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:00 AM CDT

    $38.10

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  • Jour De Fete 1 Mile Run

    9:15 AM CDT

    Free

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Organiser's description

Announcing the 42nd Annual Jour de Fete 5K Race, held in conjunction with Ste. Genevieve's Summer Celebration. The 5K is a challenging course featuring Maxwell Hill (at about the 2.2 mile mark). Bring the family and spend the day or weekend at one of the Midwest's biggest arts and crafts shows in historic Ste. Genevieve!

You can walk or run in this event!

The event is located in Pere Marquette Park: Take I-55 to Hwy 32 East, Straight through Town: Park entrance will be on your right. Meet under the Big Pavilion near the basketball courts.

5K Award Medals will be given to the top three male and female finishers in each age group. 1 Mile finishers will be awarded a finisher ribbon.

Part of the proceeds will go towards Friends Foundation of the Ste. Genevieve Memorial Hospital.

Location

21932 Kingsmen Dr., Sainte Genevieve, 63670, MO, United States

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