Little Rock BPN Solar Eclipse 5k

Monday, April 8, 2024 Past event
5:00 AM CDT
Little Rock, Arkansas
$43.40 · 1 race
5km

Event summary

Get ready for an extraordinary experience at the Little Rock BPN Solar Eclipse 5K on April 8, 2024, in Little Rock, Arkansas! This exciting event coincides with a spectacular Total Solar Eclipse that will be directly overhead at 1:52 PM, offering a rare chance to witness this celestial phenomenon while participating in a fun fitness activity. With an expected turnout of 375,000 to 500,000 visitors, this 5K promises to be a memorable occasion.

Participants can complete the race virtually at their convenience—before, during, or after the eclipse—making it accessible for everyone. Each runner will receive a custom race bib, solar eclipse glasses, a race shirt, a medal, and a finisher certificate to commemorate this unique day. Plus, the first 100 registrants will be rewarded with a special commemorative pint glass! Don’t miss this chance to be part of a running event that will truly "eclipse" all others. Mark your calendars and get ready to run under the darkening sky!

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  • Little Rock BPN Solar Eclipse 5k (Virtu_Real)

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    $43.40

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Organiser's description

FITNESS AND FUN !!! WHERE WILL YOU BE WHEN THE SKY GOES DARK?

Come join us for a once-in-a-lifetime unique experience on April 8, 2024 in Little Rock, AR. The last Total Solar Eclipse in Little Rock was in 1918.

The highly-anticipated Solar Eclipse will be directly overhead at 1:52 pm and will last for an astounding 2 minutes and 20 seconds. With between 375,000-500,000 visitors expected to flock to the City of Little Rock for this unique event, we are thrilled to offer the Little Rock BPN Solar Eclipse 5K.

THE LITTLE ROCK BPN SOLAR ECLIPSE 5K, WILL NEED TO BE DONE VIRTUALLY, ON APRIL 8TH. THIS CAN BE COMPLETED BEFORE, DURING, OR AFTER THE SOLAR ECLIPSE. TO COMMEMORATE THIS DAY, ALL RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE.

* CUSTOM RACE BIB
* RACE SOLAR ECLIPSE GLASSES
* RACE SHIRT
* RACE MEDAL
* CUSTOM FINISHER CERTIFICATE

*** THE FIRST 100 REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE THE CUSTOM SOLAR ECLIPSE MOOD SHADOW COMMEMORATIVE PINT GLASS FOR FREE. THERE WILL ALSO BE A RAFFLE FOR ADDITIONAL PRIZES.

Please note that although this event falls on a Monday, many schools and businesses will be closed, making it feel like a Sunday. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to join us for a running event that will "eclipse" all other running events.

LOCAL PACKET PICK UP LOCATION (SHIRT ,MEDAL, GLASSES, AND ETC.) : TO BE DETERMINED

Location

11121 N Rodney Parham Rd, Little Rock, 72212, AR, United States

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