Moorpark Groundhog Day 5k/1M
- Date Sat 1st February 2025
- Location Moorpark, California
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the Moorpark Groundhog Day 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, February 1, 2025! Set in the charming community of Moorpark, Ventura, this exciting event supports the Moorpark High School cross country and track programs, making it a great way to give back while enjoying a day outdoors.
Participants can choose between a fast, chip-timed 5k race that concludes with a thrilling finish at the Moorpark High School stadium, or the Catch the Groundhog 1 Mile Fun Run specifically designed for kids aged 11 and under. All young runners completing the 5k will receive a finisher medal, celebrating their achievement in style! Don't miss out on the post-race festivities, featuring an awards ceremony with age group medals, delicious refreshments, local vendors, and a chance to win fabulous raffle prizes donated by community businesses. Join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and community spirit!
Participants can choose between a fast, chip-timed 5k race that concludes with a thrilling finish at the Moorpark High School stadium, or the Catch the Groundhog 1 Mile Fun Run specifically designed for kids aged 11 and under. All young runners completing the 5k will receive a finisher medal, celebrating their achievement in style! Don't miss out on the post-race festivities, featuring an awards ceremony with age group medals, delicious refreshments, local vendors, and a chance to win fabulous raffle prizes donated by community businesses. Join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Benefiting Moorpark High Schools cross country and track programs, the Groundhog Day event consists of two events. Starting at the high school, the 5k is a fast, chip timed road race with an exciting finish at the beautiful Moorpark High School stadium. All ages and abilities are welcome. All participants age 11 and under who complete the 5k will received a finisher medal. There will also be a Catch the Groundhog 1 mile fun run for kids 11 and under which will be held on the track with finisher medals for all. Registration fees include a t-shirt for all runners (shirts are only guaranteed if you register by Sunday 1/21/24).
POST-RACE FESTIVITIES INCLUDE THE AWARDS CEREMONY WITH AGE GROUP MEDALS PLUS REFRESHMENTS, VENDORS, AND A RAFFLE OF WONDERFUL PRIZES DONATED BY LOCAL BUSINESSES.
POST-RACE FESTIVITIES INCLUDE THE AWARDS CEREMONY WITH AGE GROUP MEDALS PLUS REFRESHMENTS, VENDORS, AND A RAFFLE OF WONDERFUL PRIZES DONATED BY LOCAL BUSINESSES.
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st February 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$32.80
ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE FRIDAY 2/02/24 5:00pm to 7:00pm -- Race Packet Pick-Up and Registration -Location at Moorpark High School, 4500 Tierra Rejada Rd in Moorpark -Community Room near Library (enter campus off Arroyo Vista Park Drive/Countrywood) RACE DAY - SATURDAY 2/03/24 6:30am Race Day Registration and Bib Pick-Up Opens (at MHS Stadium, park in any MHS lot) 7-10am Pre and Post Race Festival at MHS Stadium 7:50am National Anthem 8:00am 5k Race starts on track 9:00am 1 Mile Kids/Family Fun Run on Track, Catch the Groundhog! 9:15am 5k Awards Ceremony 5k AWARDS -all finishers age 11 and under will receive a medal -plaque to overall top male and female -medals for top three finishers male/female of each age group: 0-7 8-11 12-15 16-19 20-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-69 70-79 80-120 (1 medal) -
1M Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st February 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$22.20
ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE FRIDAY 2/02/24 5:00pm to 7:00pm -- Race Packet Pick-Up and Registration -Location at Moorpark High School, 4500 Tierra Rejada Rd in Moorpark -Community Room near Library (enter campus off Arroyo Vista Park Drive/Countrywood) RACE DAY - SATURDAY 2/03/24 6:30am Race Day Registration and Bib Pick-Up Opens (at MHS Stadium, park in any MHS lot) 7-10am Pre and Post Race Festival at MHS Stadium 7:50am National Anthem 8:00am 5k Race starts on track 9:00am 1 Mile Kids/Family Fun Run on Track, Catch the Groundhog! 9:15am 5k Awards Ceremony 1M FINISHERS MEDAL -all finishers will receive a medal
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