Kiwanis Independence 5K
- Date Sat 29th June 2024
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Charlottesville, Virginia
- Price $25.00 - $40.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Kiwanis Independence 5K, a cherished Charlottesville holiday tradition since 1983! Taking place on Saturday, June 29th, 2024, this vibrant event will be held in the beautiful Albemarle region, starting and finishing at Hollymead Elementary School. Participants will enjoy a scenic course that winds through the lovely neighborhood, making it a perfect way to celebrate the spirit of Independence Day while supporting great causes.
This year, the Kiwanis Independence 5K aims to raise funds for several local organizations, including The Salvation Army-Camp Happyland, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Ben Hair Just Swim for Life, Community Bikes, and Central Little League. With over $140,000 raised for charity over the past 36 years, your participation helps make a significant impact in the community. Don’t miss out on the packet pickup on June 28th from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM or on race morning from 6:30 AM to 7:15 AM. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this joyful event that brings together runners, families, and friends in celebration of community spirit and giving back!
This year, the Kiwanis Independence 5K aims to raise funds for several local organizations, including The Salvation Army-Camp Happyland, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Ben Hair Just Swim for Life, Community Bikes, and Central Little League. With over $140,000 raised for charity over the past 36 years, your participation helps make a significant impact in the community. Don’t miss out on the packet pickup on June 28th from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM or on race morning from 6:30 AM to 7:15 AM. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this joyful event that brings together runners, families, and friends in celebration of community spirit and giving back!
Organiser's Description
A CHARLOTTESVILLE HOLIDAY TRADITION SINCE 1983
To Benefit The Salvation Army-Camp Happyland [https://charlottesville.salvationarmypotomac.org/], Ronald McDonald House Charities [https://rmhcharlottesville.org/], Ben Hair Just Swim for Life [https://www.bhjsl.org/], Community Bikes [https://www.charlottesvillecommunitybikes.org/], and Central Little League [https://www.centralll.com/].
Over $140,000 has been raised for charity over the past 36 years!
Sponsored by.
Hosted by the KIWANIS CLUB OF CHARLOTTESVILLE and the CHARLOTTESVILLE TRACK CLUB
PACKET PICKUP: June 28th from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at LAKESIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL and race morning from 6:30 AM - 7:15 AM.
My 4th of July experience has been enriched over the years, thanks to this wonderful community event.
~ Mark Lorenzoni
THE HOLLYMEAD COURSE [https://www.cvilletrackclub.org/uploads/5/7/6/0/57609265/kiwanis2_orig.jpg]
Start at Hollymead Elementary School.
Turn right on Powell Creek Drive.
Turn right on Shadybrook Trail.
Turn left on Turnberry Circle.
Continue around the circle and return back AND GO LEFT ON to Shadybrook Trail.
Turn left onto the short trail.
Emerge from trail onto N English Oaks Circle and turn left onto English Oaks Circle.
TURN RIGHT Follow circle back onto NORTH English Oaks Circle.
Turn left onto Kendalwood Lane.
Turn right onto Ashwood Blvd.
Turn right onto Powell Creek Drive.
Turn right to finish back at Hollymead Elementary School.
To Benefit The Salvation Army-Camp Happyland [https://charlottesville.salvationarmypotomac.org/], Ronald McDonald House Charities [https://rmhcharlottesville.org/], Ben Hair Just Swim for Life [https://www.bhjsl.org/], Community Bikes [https://www.charlottesvillecommunitybikes.org/], and Central Little League [https://www.centralll.com/].
Over $140,000 has been raised for charity over the past 36 years!
Sponsored by.
Hosted by the KIWANIS CLUB OF CHARLOTTESVILLE and the CHARLOTTESVILLE TRACK CLUB
PACKET PICKUP: June 28th from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at LAKESIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL and race morning from 6:30 AM - 7:15 AM.
My 4th of July experience has been enriched over the years, thanks to this wonderful community event.
~ Mark Lorenzoni
THE HOLLYMEAD COURSE [https://www.cvilletrackclub.org/uploads/5/7/6/0/57609265/kiwanis2_orig.jpg]
Start at Hollymead Elementary School.
Turn right on Powell Creek Drive.
Turn right on Shadybrook Trail.
Turn left on Turnberry Circle.
Continue around the circle and return back AND GO LEFT ON to Shadybrook Trail.
Turn left onto the short trail.
Emerge from trail onto N English Oaks Circle and turn left onto English Oaks Circle.
TURN RIGHT Follow circle back onto NORTH English Oaks Circle.
Turn left onto Kendalwood Lane.
Turn right onto Ashwood Blvd.
Turn right onto Powell Creek Drive.
Turn right to finish back at Hollymead Elementary School.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Includes T-Shirt
Sat 29th June 2024 (7:30AM EDT)
$40.00
CLOSEDPacket Pickup at Lakeside Middle School, 2801 Powell Creek Drive June 28th from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. or race morning 6:30 a.m.-7:15am race day -
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Includes T-Shirt
$25.00
CLOSEDIf you would like your Race Tshirt, please feel free to pick up on 06/29/24 @ 4:30pm-6pm
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