NMR Half Merrython and Reindeer Ramble 5k/1 Mile Fun Run
Saturday, December 9, 2023
Past event
10:00 AM EST
Merrick, New York
Free · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for the festive excitement at the NMR Half Merrython and Reindeer Ramble on Saturday, December 9, 2023, in Merrick, Nassau! This beloved holiday tradition invites runners of all ages to join in on the fun, starting with the exhilarating 13.1-mile Half Merrython. The race kicks off bright and early at 7:30 AM at Merrick Avenue Middle School (MAMS), taking participants on a scenic tour of local school tracks.
Following the Half Merrython, don’t miss the family-friendly Reindeer Ramble, featuring a choice between a 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run, which starts at 10 AM on the MAMS track. Enjoy the cheerful atmosphere with holiday music and warm up with delicious hot chocolate as you run! Plus, this year we are giving back with a toy drive for the John Theissen Foundation, so be sure to bring a new unwrapped toy to spread some holiday cheer. Join us for a fantastic day of community, fitness, and festive spirit!
Following the Half Merrython, don’t miss the family-friendly Reindeer Ramble, featuring a choice between a 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run, which starts at 10 AM on the MAMS track. Enjoy the cheerful atmosphere with holiday music and warm up with delicious hot chocolate as you run! Plus, this year we are giving back with a toy drive for the John Theissen Foundation, so be sure to bring a new unwrapped toy to spread some holiday cheer. Join us for a fantastic day of community, fitness, and festive spirit!
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Half Merrython
Entries closed7:30 AM EST
Free
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Reindeer Ramble 5k or 1 Mile Fun Run
Entries closed10:00 AM EST
Free
Organiser's description
Our Half Merrython and Reindeer Ramble is back! We are super excited to bring back this NMR holiday tradition! All are welcome!
The Half Merrython is a 13.1 Half Marathon that will tour the various school tracks around town. The run starts at 7:30AM promptly at Merrick Avenue Middle School (MAMS). Here is the route
https://www.strava.com/routes/3038941796264194364
The Reindeer Ramble is our family event that takes place on the MAMS track! You can run a 5K or a mile, whatever you choose! We will have holiday music playing and there will be hot chocolate! The Reindeer Ramble will kick off at 10AM at the MAMS track.
Here is the route for the Half Merrython...please familiarize yourself with it or use the route on your phone as you are running. You are to complete 5 laps at each track (MAMS, Mepham, Grand Ave, Calhoun) and then another 4 laps at MAMS when you return.
https://www.strava.com/routes/3038941796264194364
Similar to last year, we are doing a toy drive for the John Theissen Foundation. Please be sure to bring a new unwrapped toy to the run...thanks!
The Half Merrython is a 13.1 Half Marathon that will tour the various school tracks around town. The run starts at 7:30AM promptly at Merrick Avenue Middle School (MAMS). Here is the route
https://www.strava.com/routes/3038941796264194364
The Reindeer Ramble is our family event that takes place on the MAMS track! You can run a 5K or a mile, whatever you choose! We will have holiday music playing and there will be hot chocolate! The Reindeer Ramble will kick off at 10AM at the MAMS track.
Here is the route for the Half Merrython...please familiarize yourself with it or use the route on your phone as you are running. You are to complete 5 laps at each track (MAMS, Mepham, Grand Ave, Calhoun) and then another 4 laps at MAMS when you return.
https://www.strava.com/routes/3038941796264194364
Similar to last year, we are doing a toy drive for the John Theissen Foundation. Please be sure to bring a new unwrapped toy to the run...thanks!
Location
1870 Merrick Avenue, Merrick, 11566, NY, United States
NMR Half Merrython and Reindeer Ramble 5k/1 Mile Fun Run
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