KANSAS RELAYS 5k Presented by RCB Bank
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Past event
8:00 AM CDT
Lawrence, Kansas
$48.70 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the 2nd Annual Kansas Relays 5K, presented by RCB Bank, taking place on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in the vibrant city of Lawrence, Douglas County. This unique race begins and concludes on the iconic University of Kansas track at Rock Chalk Park, weaving its way through the picturesque surrounding roads and the Lawrence Loop. Kicking off at 7:00 AM, participants have one hour to complete the course, ensuring a thrilling atmosphere as the track prepares for the KANSAS RELAYS track meet.
Runners can look forward to an unforgettable experience, receiving a custom race shirt and a finisher's medal featuring the beloved Kansas Jayhawk. Prizes await the top competitors, with gift certificates to Ad Astra Running for the top three overall finishers and top two masters (40+), and age group winners will also be recognized. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option is available, allowing participants to run at their own pace and location while still earning a race shirt and medal. Don’t miss this chance to join the excitement of the Kansas Relays 5K - sign up today and be part of a fantastic community event!
Runners can look forward to an unforgettable experience, receiving a custom race shirt and a finisher's medal featuring the beloved Kansas Jayhawk. Prizes await the top competitors, with gift certificates to Ad Astra Running for the top three overall finishers and top two masters (40+), and age group winners will also be recognized. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option is available, allowing participants to run at their own pace and location while still earning a race shirt and medal. Don’t miss this chance to join the excitement of the Kansas Relays 5K - sign up today and be part of a fantastic community event!
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In-Person
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM CDT
$48.70
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Virtual
VirtualIncl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM CDT
$48.70
Organiser's description
The 2nd 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 19th: 3:00pm - 7:00pm at Ad Astra Running (835 Massachusetts, Lawrence, KS, 66044)
* Saturday, April 20th: 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. 2 - Dec. 31 -- $35
* Jan. 1 - March 17 -- $40
* March 18 - April 19 -- $45
* VIRTUAL RACE FEE:
* Nov 2. - April 19 -- $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 19th: 3:00pm - 7:00pm at Ad Astra Running (835 Massachusetts, Lawrence, KS, 66044)
* Saturday, April 20th: 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. 2 - Dec. 31 -- $35
* Jan. 1 - March 17 -- $40
* March 18 - April 19 -- $45
* VIRTUAL RACE FEE:
* Nov 2. - April 19 -- $45
Location
Rock Chalk Park, 6100 Rock Chalk Drive, Lawrence, 66049, KS, United States
KANSAS RELAYS 5k Presented by RCB Bank
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