KANSAS RELAYS 5K Presented by RCB Bank
- Date Sat 19th April 2025
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Lawrence, Kansas
- Price $43.40 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 3rd Annual Kansas Relays 5K on Saturday, April 19, 2025, in the vibrant city of Lawrence, Douglas! This exciting race kicks off at 7:00 AM on the scenic University of Kansas track at Rock Chalk Park and takes participants through the beautiful Lawrence Loop and surrounding roads. Runners have one hour to complete the race, making it an exhilarating start to a day filled with athletic festivities. Each participant will receive a custom race shirt and a finisher's medal featuring the iconic Kansas Jayhawk, ensuring that everyone takes home a piece of this memorable event.
This year's Kansas Relays 5K is not just a race; it's a celebration of community and competition! Prizes await the top performers, with gift certificates to Ad Astra Running and exclusive Kansas Relays watches for the top three overall finishers and top two masters (40+). There are also awards for various age groups, making this event accessible for runners of all ages and skill levels. Whether you choose to run in person or virtually, join us for an unforgettable experience filled with camaraderie, excitement, and the thrill of competition!
This year's Kansas Relays 5K is not just a race; it's a celebration of community and competition! Prizes await the top performers, with gift certificates to Ad Astra Running and exclusive Kansas Relays watches for the top three overall finishers and top two masters (40+). There are also awards for various age groups, making this event accessible for runners of all ages and skill levels. Whether you choose to run in person or virtually, join us for an unforgettable experience filled with camaraderie, excitement, and the thrill of competition!
Organiser's Description
The 3rd Annual KANSAS RELAYS 5K Presented by RCB Bank is a one of a kind race starting and ending on the University of Kansas track at Rock Chalk Park, and incorporating portions of surrounding roads and the Lawrence Loop.
The race starts at 7:00am and participants have one hour to finish, so the track can be cleared in time for the resumption of the KANSAS RELAYS track meet. All participants will receive a custom race shirt and finisher's medal featuring the world famous KANSAS JAYHAWK.
* Top 3 overall and top 2 masters (40+) will receive the following:
* 1st Place Overall -- $50 gift certificate to Ad Astra Running + Kansas Relays watch
* 2nd Place Overall -- $40 gift certificate to Ad Astra Running
* 3rd Place Overall -- $30 gift certificate to Ad Astra Running
* 1st Place Masters -- $40 gift certificate to Ad Astra Running + Kansas Relays watch
* 2nd Place Masters -- $30 gift certificate to Ad Astra Running
* Age group winners will receive $20 gift certificates to Ad Astra Running: 1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69,70-74, 75-79, and 80+.
* PACKET PICK-UP:
* Friday, April 18th: 3:00pm - 7:00pm at Ad Astra Running (835 Massachusetts, Lawrence, KS, 66044)
* Saturday, April 19th: 6:00am - 6:30am at Rock Chalk Park (northeast of the track, near flagpoles)
* VIRTUAL OPTION: Receive a race shirt and official finishers medal for your commitment to walk or run a 5K at a place and time of your own choosing! Submitting results is not required. Shipping is included to addresses outside Lawrence, KS; items will ship in late-April, after the running of the in-person race. Virtual participants residing in Lawrence, KS, once notified, can pick up their shirt & medal in person at Ad Astra Running, 835 Massachusetts, during regular store hours (M-F 10-7, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5).
* RACE FEES:
* Nov. 27 - Dec. 31 -- $35
* JAN. 1 - MARCH 17 -- $40
* March 18 - April 18 -- $45
* VIRTUAL RACE FEE:
* NOV 27 - APRIL 18 -- $45
The race starts at 7:00am and participants have one hour to finish, so the track can be cleared in time for the resumption of the KANSAS RELAYS track meet. All participants will receive a custom race shirt and finisher's medal featuring the world famous KANSAS JAYHAWK.
* Top 3 overall and top 2 masters (40+) will receive the following:
* 1st Place Overall -- $50 gift certificate to Ad Astra Running + Kansas Relays watch
* 2nd Place Overall -- $40 gift certificate to Ad Astra Running
* 3rd Place Overall -- $30 gift certificate to Ad Astra Running
* 1st Place Masters -- $40 gift certificate to Ad Astra Running + Kansas Relays watch
* 2nd Place Masters -- $30 gift certificate to Ad Astra Running
* Age group winners will receive $20 gift certificates to Ad Astra Running: 1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69,70-74, 75-79, and 80+.
* PACKET PICK-UP:
* Friday, April 18th: 3:00pm - 7:00pm at Ad Astra Running (835 Massachusetts, Lawrence, KS, 66044)
* Saturday, April 19th: 6:00am - 6:30am at Rock Chalk Park (northeast of the track, near flagpoles)
* VIRTUAL OPTION: Receive a race shirt and official finishers medal for your commitment to walk or run a 5K at a place and time of your own choosing! Submitting results is not required. Shipping is included to addresses outside Lawrence, KS; items will ship in late-April, after the running of the in-person race. Virtual participants residing in Lawrence, KS, once notified, can pick up their shirt & medal in person at Ad Astra Running, 835 Massachusetts, during regular store hours (M-F 10-7, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5).
* RACE FEES:
* Nov. 27 - Dec. 31 -- $35
* JAN. 1 - MARCH 17 -- $40
* March 18 - April 18 -- $45
* VIRTUAL RACE FEE:
* NOV 27 - APRIL 18 -- $45
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