K-State Homecoming Philanthropy 5K and Virtual 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sun 20th October 2024
- Location Manhattan, Kansas
- Price $35.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the K-State Homecoming Philanthropy 5K and Virtual 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, October 20, 2024, in beautiful Manhattan, Riley! This exciting event brings together Wildcats and friends in a spirited celebration of community and giving back. Whether you choose to participate in the in-person race starting at 9 a.m. at the K-State Alumni Center or opt for the flexibility of the virtual 5K, you’ll be supporting a fantastic cause—K-State Cats' Cupboard, a vital food and necessity pantry for college students.
Join fellow participants in a 3.1-mile journey, where in-person competitors can compete for prizes in various categories, including male and female student and non-student divisions. For those joining virtually, you can run, jog, or walk at your convenience between October 13 and noon on October 20. With registration available until race day, it's the perfect opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying some healthy fun! Don’t forget to register by October 2 to guarantee your event t-shirt!
Join fellow participants in a 3.1-mile journey, where in-person competitors can compete for prizes in various categories, including male and female student and non-student divisions. For those joining virtually, you can run, jog, or walk at your convenience between October 13 and noon on October 20. With registration available until race day, it's the perfect opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying some healthy fun! Don’t forget to register by October 2 to guarantee your event t-shirt!
Organiser's Description
Join fellow Wildcats and friends for the 2024 K-State Homecoming Philanthropy 5K. The K-State Alumni Association will host both an in-person and virtual 5K.
As K-Staters continue a great tradition of giving back to our community, proceeds for this year's virtual 5K run/walk will benefit K-State Cats' Cupboard. Cats' Cupboard is a food and necessity pantry for college students on campus.
T-shirt is guaranteed if registered by Oct. 2, 12 p.m. noon.
No refunds will be given for any 5K registration or shipping fees paid.
Thank you to our 5K sponsor, WTC Fiber Internet.
IN-PERSON INFORMATION
The in-person 5K will begin at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20 at the K-State Alumni Center. Prizes are awarded for first through third in four categories: non-student male, non-student female, male student, and female student. All students participating in the group competition must be in-person. Non-student and students (not in a group) can pick up your packet Friday, Oct. 18 from 2-5 p.m. or on Sunday from 8-8:30 a.m. before the race.
VIRTUAL INFORMATION
The virtual 5K is open to non-students and students (excluding groups) and must be registered by 9 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20. You can register through this site or call the K-State Alumni Association at 785-532-6260. Enjoy a 3.1-mile walk, jog, or run at a place, pace, and time of your choosing between Sunday, Oct. 13 through noon on Sunday, Oct. 20, and share your results. We will compile virtual results separate from the results of the in-person race. There are no prizes for the virtual run/walk. Don't forget to enter your race time here [https://runsignup.com/5kstate/results] by noon on Oct. 20. All virtual registrations paying for shipping will be mailed the week of October 7. If you choose not to have your packet shipped you must pick up your packet on Friday, Oct. 18 from 3-5 p.m. or the morning of the race at the K-State Alumni Center.
As K-Staters continue a great tradition of giving back to our community, proceeds for this year's virtual 5K run/walk will benefit K-State Cats' Cupboard. Cats' Cupboard is a food and necessity pantry for college students on campus.
T-shirt is guaranteed if registered by Oct. 2, 12 p.m. noon.
No refunds will be given for any 5K registration or shipping fees paid.
Thank you to our 5K sponsor, WTC Fiber Internet.
IN-PERSON INFORMATION
The in-person 5K will begin at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20 at the K-State Alumni Center. Prizes are awarded for first through third in four categories: non-student male, non-student female, male student, and female student. All students participating in the group competition must be in-person. Non-student and students (not in a group) can pick up your packet Friday, Oct. 18 from 2-5 p.m. or on Sunday from 8-8:30 a.m. before the race.
VIRTUAL INFORMATION
The virtual 5K is open to non-students and students (excluding groups) and must be registered by 9 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20. You can register through this site or call the K-State Alumni Association at 785-532-6260. Enjoy a 3.1-mile walk, jog, or run at a place, pace, and time of your choosing between Sunday, Oct. 13 through noon on Sunday, Oct. 20, and share your results. We will compile virtual results separate from the results of the in-person race. There are no prizes for the virtual run/walk. Don't forget to enter your race time here [https://runsignup.com/5kstate/results] by noon on Oct. 20. All virtual registrations paying for shipping will be mailed the week of October 7. If you choose not to have your packet shipped you must pick up your packet on Friday, Oct. 18 from 3-5 p.m. or the morning of the race at the K-State Alumni Center.
Races
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K-State Homecoming Philanthropy 5K
T-Shirt
Sun 20th October 2024
$35.00
Come join the fun of this lively 3.1 mile run/walk that starts and ends at the K-State Alumni Center (1720 Anderson Avenue). Prizes are awarded for first through third in four categories: non-student male, non-student female, male student and female student. -
Virtual ONLY --- Registration
T-Shirt
$35.00
Enjoy a 3.1 mile run/walk at a place, pace and time of your choosing. Then come back to this site between Oct. 14 and Oct. 20 to submit your time and see how you stack up against your Wildcat friends and family! Share your experience on social media with #5kstate
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